When is the World COPD Day in 221?

November 17th

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which is commonly referred to as chronic bronchitis and emphysema, is characterized by prolonged cough, expectoration and shortness of breath. Wednesday in the third week of November every year is World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Day, which aims to help people improve their understanding of COPD and improve the current situation of insufficient diagnosis and treatment of COPD. What is the propaganda theme of the 221 World COPD Day?

This year's theme is "Healthy Breathing, unparalleled".

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is short for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It is a common, preventable and treatable disease, characterized by persistent respiratory symptoms and limited airflow, which is usually related to significant exposure to harmful gases or particles, and needs to be diagnosed by lung function examination.

At present, COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the world, and it is expected to become the third leading cause of death by 23. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is called "silent killer". Early symptoms of cough, phlegm and asthma are easily ignored by patients, and by the time of diagnosis, the decline of lung function has become more serious. The public knows little about COPD. Many people only know chronic bronchitis and emphysema, but they don't know chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Failure to adhere to inhalation drug treatment often leads to acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and repeated illness, which poses a serious threat to patients' life and health. Which World COPD Day is 221?

November 17th, 221 is the 2th World COPD Day. The full name of COPD is "chronic obstructive pulmonary disease", which is a common disease that can be prevented and treated. Dyspnea, cough or expectoration are the most common symptoms, which are characterized by persistent airflow restriction.

how to prevent chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?

1. Quit smoking and avoid exposure to secondhand smoke. 2. Reduce the exposure of occupational dust and harmful gases. 3. Vaccinate against pneumonia vaccine and influenza. 4. Try to avoid being in an area with serious air pollution for a long time. 5. Do a lung function test. Through lung function examination, early detection and treatment can be made to avoid the aggravation of the disease.