Overview :
World Asthma Day aims to raise awareness of asthma and highlight the importance of controlling its symptoms.
Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease caused by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to difficulty breathing. Common symptoms include coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. The severity of these symptoms varies from person to person and may change over time. This day also promotes awareness of the best approaches to asthma treatment and prevention, helping people with asthma improve their quality of life.
Objectives:
- Raise awareness of asthma symptoms and how to control them.
- Educate healthcare practitioners on the importance of accurate diagnosis and effective asthma management.
- Support people with asthma by raising awareness of the importance of avoiding asthma triggers and maintaining good disease control.
Facts:
- Asthma triggers vary from one person to another and may include airborne allergens such as pollen, dust mites, mold spores, and pet dander, as well as respiratory infections such as the common cold, physical activity, cold air, air pollution, and irritants such as smoke.
- The likelihood of developing asthma increases if other family members—particularly first-degree relatives such as parents or siblings—also have asthma.
- Preventive asthma medications help control symptoms and enable people with asthma to lead active, healthy lives. Avoiding asthma triggers can also help reduce symptoms.
Official Date:
Globally: May 6th, 2026.
Locally: Dhu al-Qi'dah 19th, 1447H.