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World Chronic Cough Day 2026
Chronic Cough is a disease, not just a symptom The Global Allergy & Airways Patient Platform (GAAPP) is proud to officially announce the 2026 World Chronic Cough Day (WCCD) campaign! On October 15th each year, the world unites to raise awareness of chronic cough, its causes, and its profound impact on daily life. GAAPP launched… Read More >
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Let’s Talk Cough: A Landmark Initiative Giving Patients a Voice in Chronic Cough Research
GAAPP is proud to join forces with leading patient organizations to launch Let’s Talk Cough — a groundbreaking initiative that puts the lived experience of chronic cough at the center of drug development. Why Chronic Cough Deserves to Be Heard Chronic cough affects millions of people worldwide, yet its true impact on daily life remains… Read More >
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World Urticaria Day 2026
World Urticaria Day, an annual event dedicated to raising awareness for a condition that impacts millions globally, yet often remains shrouded in misunderstanding: urticaria, commonly known as hives. Imagine living with intense itching, painful swelling, and unpredictable skin eruptions that can appear anywhere on your body. This is the reality for many affected by chronic urticaria… Read More >
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World Lung Day 2026
World Lung Day 2026 A Lifetime of Lung Health On this World Lung Day, Global Allergy & Airways Patient Platform (GAAPP) joins the global lung health community to champion a lifelong approach to respiratory well-being. This year, our community’s theme is “A Lifetime of Lung Health“. We are focusing on the message that our lung… Read More >
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World Atopic Eczema Day 2026
“Ask Me Anything” this World Atopic Eczema Day 2026! This World Atopic Eczema Day 2026 on 14 September, the Global Allergy & Airways Patient Platform (GAAPP) and the global skin community are uniting to amplify the voices of patients, caregivers, and expert dermatologists. This year’s global theme, #BreakTheInvisibleBurden—led by the International Alliance of Dermatology Patient Organizations (Globalskin) and… Read More >
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Next-Generation Propellants
If you live with asthma or COPD, or you’re a healthcare provider who helps people manage these conditions, you may soon hear that some inhalers are changing. This is a change that’s happening gradually around the world. It’s part of a global effort to make inhalers better for your health and for the planet. Quick-Reference… Read More >
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GAAPP Board of Directors Elections 2026
Call for Nominations for the Board of Directors for the Elections to be held at the Annual General Meeting on September 03, 2026, at the Illunion Barcelona Hotel, in Barcelona, Spain. As stated in GAAPP’s Constitution, each director is elected by the Annual General Meeting for a period of three years and may be re-elected for… Read More >
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World Bronchiectasis Day 2026
Join our World Bronchiectasis Day Marathon! This World Bronchiectasis Day 2026 on 1 July, the Global Allergy & Airways Patient Platform (GAAPP) and the World Bronchiectasis Day coalition are uniting to embark on a 24-hour worldwide marathon on social media to highlight the lived experiences of eight people with bronchiectasis. Because the journey of every patient and caregiver… Read More >
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GAAPP SUMMIT & ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2026
GAAPP SUMMIT 2026 We are delighted to invite you to the GAAPP Summit & Annual General Meeting 2026, taking place on September 3–4, 2026, at the Hotel Illunion Barcelona in Barcelona, Spain. As the premier annual gathering for patient leaders from around the world, the Summit brings together respiratory and immunology advocacy organizations for high-level… Read More >
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Global Pulmonary Hypertension Patient Hackathon 2026
The Global Allergy & Airways Patient Platform (GAAPP) and Latin Health Leaders are proud to announce the Global Pulmonary Hypertension Patient Hackathon, taking place on June 10–11, 2026, in Dallas, Texas, which will be held in conjunction with the PHA 2026 International Conference (June 11–14). This landmark event brings together patient leaders, clinical experts, and… Read More >
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World Asthma May 2026
We are all woven together! In alignment with the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) theme for World Asthma Day, the Global Allergy & Airways Patient Platform has launched its 2026 campaign, “We Are All Woven Together.” At the heart of this initiative is a global asthma testimonial map, designed to amplify patient voices across countries… Read More >
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The Inaugural NAA Regional Meeting 2026
NAA MEETING 2026 Recognizing the unique healthcare landscape of the United States and Canada, the Global Allergy & Airways Patient Platform (GAAPP) is proud to highlight the newest addition to its global network: the North America Alliance (NAA). Established in early 2026, the NAA is GAAPP’s youngest alliance, born from a need to better synchronize… Read More >
