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Mangaluru: On the occasion of World COPD Day 2016 an awareness programme was held at the conference hall of A J Hospital by the department of respiratory medicine, A J Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre Dr Ashok Hegde dean of the institution, inaugurated the programme. He addressed the gathering stressing on imposing public awareness about COPD for its early diagnosis and health management.
Dr Vishnu Sharma M professor and head, respiratory medicine gave an overview regarding COPD and importance of World COPD Day. He also explained this year's theme is 'Breathe in the Knowledge'. Dr Devan P P associate dean, Dr Ramesh Pai professor of medicine and former dean, teaching faculty from various departments, post graduates and undergraduate students were present at the occasion.
COPD day is observed on November 3 every year. It is observed to create awareness on COPD. It is also held throughout the globe to improve awareness of COPD. On this occasion patient education will be held at A J Institute of Medical Sciences from November 14 to November 18. Free COPD check-up and spirometry camp is being organised by the respiratory medicine department till November 30.
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