Oral

Chronic lower respiratory diseases (CLRD) surpassed stroke as the third leading cause of death in the U.S. in 2008. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) accounted for over 97% of the CLRD deaths. To address the critical impact and burden of this disease, the proposed session will examine the overall state of chronic lower respiratory diseases; epidemiology of COPD; CDC’s approach to a national COPD plan; alliance building, awareness and education activities; and policy issues. It will include a summary of national and local COPD data, along with a discussion of the most up-to-date public health issues to support a call to action for this debilitating disease.

Session Objectives: 1. Describe the magnitude and burden of COPD 2. Discuss the goals of the COPD Learn More Breathe Better® campaign 3. Identify two legislative policies that affect COPD

CE Credits: Medical (CME), Health Education (CHES), Nursing (CNE), Public Health (CPH) , Masters Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES)