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association Josiane Salone
united against COPD
Founded in 2017, the association «Josiane Salone, united against COPD» aims to sensitize public authorities to the crucial importance of early detection of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), while also striving to raise public awareness about this condition.
A Public Health Issue
Pulmonary diseases are a major global health concern, causing approximately one in six deaths, similar to the early 20th century. Among them, COPD is a silent disease that progresses slowly without causing symptoms.
Double the silence, COPD is both unknown to patients and largely underdiagnosed by the medical community. It is constantly on the rise, with worrying statistics, posing a significant challenge.
Let us remember: COPD has no curative treatment, which underscores the importance of early detection to slow its irreversible progression and prevent the gradual isolation the disease can cause.
Understanding COPD
Some of you never may have heard of COPD.
This scourge predominantly affects women and baby boomers, reflecting a distorted image of freedom and emancipation, reminiscent of the Cassandra-like warning about the pleasure they indulged in without fear or regret: smoking.
Indeed, the primary cause of COPD is smoking tobacco.
Beyond Smoking
While COPD is traditionally associated with smoking, it also affects non-smokers, accounting for up to 20% of cases.
This observation underscores the importance of considering other risk factors, such as air pollution and genetic predispositions.
Certain socio-professional groups are particularly vulnerable, and the established link between frequent pesticide exposure and various serious diseases, including COPD, highlights this reality.
COPD: Test Yourself
The symptoms of COPD, such as breathlessness, coughing, and expectoration, are now widely recognized.
This COPD test provides everyone with the opportunity for an anonymous and free screening.
It is important to note that this test is not a substitute for a consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.
Why Join Us?
Joining the association means supporting its existence, sharing your struggle, and standing with us in the fight against the disease by making your voice heard before public authorities.
This association was founded on the conviction that my personal story is the same as that experienced and shared by millions of others in silence, and that our cause would be stronger through collective action.
The progress made since 2017 has been immense. We have achieved moral victories with public authorities and have thus contributed to the establishment of new health recommendations.
However, the journey toward raising awareness, prevention, and early detection of COPD is far from over. The mobilization of everyone is now more crucial than ever.
Membership is open to all adults: patients, parents, siblings, families, supporters, volunteers…
About Us
A Brief Overview of the Association
A Brief Overview of the Association
Josiane Salone was my mother (photo). She fought as a free and courageous woman against this silent disease, despite its devastating acronym.
This association represents both a humble response to the promise I made to her and the continuation of the path she set for me: one of commitment, integrity, kindness, and compassion.
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Association Josiane Salone
united against COPD
A Non-Profit Organization under French Law 1901
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