November is National COPD Awareness Month, and a great opportunity to help educate your patients about COPD.
According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), an estimated 11 million Americans suffer from COPD, and several additional millions likely have COPD and don’t even know it. Early diagnosis and treatment can help people with COPD improve their quality of life and health.
Generate Awareness and Educate Your Community
As you treat your patients, we encourage you to take advantage of this awareness campaign and educate your community about this chronic lung disease.
COPD National Action Plan
Unifying the fight against the disease, the NHLBI implemented the COPD National Action Plan, a blueprint for a multi-faceted, collaborative approach to combating the disease. Developed at the request of the United States Congress with input from the broader COPD community, it provides a comprehensive framework for action by those affected by the disease and those who care about reducing its burden.
Valuable AARC COPD Resources and Tips
- Pulmonary Disease Educator Course –learn about the pulmonary disease management information health care providers need to improve long-term pulmonary disease care and improve patient quality of life.
- Alpha-1 Course – review everything from pathobiology to optimal management to emerging therapies for the leading genetic cause of COPD.
- Guide to Portable Oxygen Concentrators – discover the information consumers may inquire about when choosing their portable oxygen delivery systems.
- COPD ToolKit – increase your knowledge and get engaged in managing COPD through this in-home respiratory therapy program.
- Tips for Smoking Cessation – learn the skills needed to help your COPD patients achieve the number one goal in treatment: quitting smoking.
More COPD education is available through our educational seminars as well. Browse our webinar library for more helpful information.
