The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has intensified efforts to raise awareness on asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Theinitiatives not only help people recognize early symptoms but also enable them to seek timely medical care, thereby preventing the progression of these diseases.
Continuous awareness initiatives contribute to reducing the health and social burden of chronic diseases, improving patients’ quality of life, and empowering individuals to make informed health decisions and adopt preventive behaviors that reduce the likelihood of illness and provide guidance on managing the condition effectively, the statement read. MoPH’s Director of Non-Communicable Diseases Prevention Programs Department Sheikh Dr Mohamed bin Hamad Al Thani said: “Intensifying awareness surrounding asthma and COPD reflects our ongoing commitment to enhancing health awareness about these diseases and providing necessary support for patients and their families.” (QNA) page 3
