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Raise Awareness About COPD

More than 17 million Americans have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Millions more have it and don’t know it.
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Learn More Breathe Better. A program of the National Institutes of Health

About the Learn More Breathe Better Program

A national health education program that increases awareness and understanding of lung diseases and conditions.
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Information for People at Risk for Serious Illness from COVID-19

Check this CDC page regularly if you are at higher risk for coronavirus.
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Hear from Breathe Better Network Partners

Watch this new 7-video series featuring interviews with organizations working to address COPD and move the National Action Plan forward.
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Join the Breathe Better Network

The Breathe Better Network is a partnership of organizations from across the country, serving all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The Network conducts outreach to individuals in their community.
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Community Subcontract Program

The COPD Learn More Breathe Better program supports community organizations in executing COPD education activities across the United States.
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COPD National Action Plan

The COPD National Action Plan is the first-ever blueprint for a multi-faceted, unified fight against the disease. Learn how you can get involved.
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Order or Download Educational Materials

Visit the NHLBI Publications Catalog to find a variety of free educational materials you can order or download from the Learn More Breathe Better program.
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COPD Journey Video Series

Watch this video series to learn more about COPD. NHLBI scientists discuss its diagnosis, management, and prevalence, as well as the COPD National Action Plan and the Institute’s commitment to reducing the burden of the disease.
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National COPD Awareness Month

November marks National COPD Awareness Month, a national observance dedicated to raising awareness of the disease.

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Contact us with questions or to order resources on COPD from the NHLBI. You can also stay up to date on the latest news, events, and information from the NHLBI with our e-newsletter.
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