NOVEMBER IS COPD AWARENSS MONTH
World COPD Day – November 18, 2009
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), also referred to as emphysema and chronic bronchitis, is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, with more than 12 million Americans diagnosed with the disease. Perhaps even more troubling is how often COPD goes undiagnosed. A serious and progressive lung disease that constricts the airways, COPD makes it difficult for patients to breathe. Although there is no cure for COPD, it is a preventable disease, most often caused by long-term smoking.
The American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) is committed to building awareness about COPD. To show its commitment, the ACCP supports several COPD initiatives and has developed numerous resources to help physicians who treat patients with COPD and to help patients understand their disease. The ACCP also partners with government, industry, health-care, patient, and community groups to promote issues related to COPD.
Join the ACCP and The CHEST Foundation in the fight against this disease by commemorating COPD Awareness Month. Participate in World COPD Day and learn more about ACCP COPD-related initiatives by clicking on the links at the left.
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