The Union World Conference on Lung Health 2026 will take place from 17 to 20 November 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The conference is the leading global gathering dedicated to lung health, bringing together researchers, clinicians, programme leaders, policymakers and advocates to share knowledge, strengthen collaboration and advance solutions to improve lung health worldwide.

The conference will cover a wide range of topics across the full spectrum of lung health, including tuberculosis, chronic respiratory diseases, tobacco control, and health systems and policy. The event provides an important platform for dialogue, scientific exchange and partnership, supporting global efforts to reduce the burden of lung disease and promote equitable access to prevention, diagnosis and care.

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