14/10 World Spirometry Day

World Spirometry Day is Oct. 14, part of Year of the Lung celebrationCOPD Foundation
The Federation of International Respiratory Societies have declared Oct. 14 World Spirometry Day to celebrate lung health during the Year of the Lung.

This event helps raise awareness for lung disease around the world. Spirometry is a simple diagnostic tool that can be utilized to screen for lung diseases like COPD. Everyone who has a stake in raising awareness of lung disease, COPDers and providers alike, have a role to play in this event.