AMJ Respiratory 4 [Supplement 1] . 2026

In this issue

COPD remains one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in the USA, contributing to thousands of emergency visits and hospitalizations every day.

At the 2025 American Thoracic Society (ATS) International Conference, Sanjay Sethi discussed clinical and real-world evidence, emphasizing the importance of early intervention and proactive management in reducing the burden of COPD.