November is COPD Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and supporting those affected by it. Each year, we also observe World COPD Day. In 2025, it falls on Wednesday, November 19. This year's theme, set by the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) is: "Short of Breath, Think COPD."
You can help raise awareness by sharing educational resources with your community. Below is a selection of videos covering a range of COPD-related topics. Watch and share them to help spread knowledge and support.
- "The Basics of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)" video from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI).
- "Lower Your COPD Risk at Any Age" video from the NHLBI.
- "Indoor Air Quality" video from SPIROMICS and SOURCE.
- "COPD & Taking Care of Emotional Health" video from the American Lung Association (ALA).
- "Mary Lou's Story - Early Warning Signs of COPD" video from the ALA.
- "What is COPD?" patient stories from the COPD Foundation.
More information and resources can be found at the NHLBI's Learn More Breathe Better website.