COPD Action Alliance

09/24/2026

Despite its prevalence, remains overlooked rather than being the public health priority it should be.

Learn more about the importance of early COPD detection: https://bit.ly/4dNCIbv

09/21/2026

is a leading cause of death in the United States, but its impact on women is often underestimated.

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The chronic disease epidemic has impacted nearly every family in America and represents a significant share of the country’s health care spending. In fact, 90% of the $4.5 trillion spent annually on health care goes toward treating chronic diseases and mental health conditions. This burden is part...

09/18/2026

Living with makes breathing and day-to-day life difficult. But a national poll shows that this is just one of many challenges that people with COPD face.

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09/15/2026

First responders are one of the most at-risk populations for developing .

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09/10/2026

? is expected to cost the health care system $60+ billion by 2029.

Learn more in this co-branded resource from CAA and the American Medical Women's Association / AMWA: https://bit.ly/3RB6DN1

09/07/2026

Coverage, reimbursement and public health infrastructure dictate access to screening and appropriate COPD treatment. These challenges can delay or restrict access to:

🔵 Diagnostic testing
🔵 Supplemental oxygen
🔵 Pulmonary rehabilitation
🔵 Smoking cessation support

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4xzuYD2

09/04/2026

Women account for a majority of burden and deaths. Increased awareness of the disease led to more women being diagnosed, but there is still work to be done.

Read more in this co-branded one-pager from CAA & the American Medical Women's Association / AMWA: https://bit.ly/4ynCvFp

09/01/2026

September is !

? First responders are exposed to toxins like cement dust, silica, asbestos, fibrous glass, benzene and dioxins, and are one of the most at-risk populations for developing COPD.

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08/27/2026

No one living with should face barriers to best-practice care because of financial or geographic challenges.

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08/25/2026

Bringing energy to , CAA teamed up with the Allergy & Asthma Network to put awareness front and center!

CAA's Kayla Roddey spent the day connecting with the community, sharing vital health resources, listening to powerful personal stories and collecting postcards to push for real policy change.

Together, we're turning local conversations into nationwide advocacy!