Who Respiratory Disease Statistics?

Respiratory diseases are leading causes of death and disability in the world. About 65 million people suffer from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and 3 million die from it each year, making it the third leading cause of death worldwide.

Who is most affected by respiratory disease?

The National Center for Health Statistics notes that the prevalence of physician ambulatory-care visits for respiratory diseases is highest in persons aged >85 years and is 57% and 85% lower in those aged 75 to 84 years and 65 to 74 years, respectively.

How many people in the US have a respiratory disease?

Improving Quality of Life for Those Living with Lung Disease and Their Families. Nearly 37 million Americans live with a chronic lung disease like asthma and COPD, which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.