COPD Awareness Month (US)
COPD Awareness Month runs through November in the US, with the COPD Foundation leading a month of advocacy and awareness on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
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About the day
COPD Awareness Month takes place every November. The COPD Foundation and its community run a month of advocacy and awareness on COPD and chronic lung disease, including prevention and treatment.
The foundation says COPD was the third leading cause of death worldwide in 2023 and the fifth in the United States in 2024. It is incurable, but proper diagnosis and treatment can help people breathe better and live for many years.
It suits respiratory healthcare providers, pharmaceutical and medical device firms, pharmacies, health insurers and stop smoking services.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 to 30 November 2026 | USA | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2027 | 1 to 30 November 2027 | USA | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | 1 to 30 November 2028 | USA | Set by a fixed rule |
Sectors this day suits
Types of business that could link their activity to this day.
- Respiratory care
- Pharmaceuticals
- Medical devices
- Pharmacy
- Health insurance
- Stop smoking services
Questions and answers
When is COPD Awareness Month (US) 2026?
COPD Awareness Month (US) 2026 runs from 1 to 30 November 2026. The date follows the same rule every year.
How long does COPD Awareness Month (US) last?
COPD Awareness Month (US) runs for the whole of November.
Who organises COPD Awareness Month (US)?
COPD Awareness Month (US) is organised by the COPD Foundation.
Where is COPD Awareness Month (US) marked?
COPD Awareness Month (US) is marked in the USA.
Where do these details come from?
We checked these details against one source, including COPD Foundation: COPD Awareness Month. They were last checked on 28 October 2026.
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