I have to say, I really appreciate that the Australian organizers of the bronchiectasis conference are using the term “consumer” in addition to “patient.” I often say “person with bronchiectasis” because we are people first. Sure, we are patients in a clinical setting, but in the broader context — we are informed individuals, community members, and yes, consumers of healthcare and knowledge.
You might think I’m being overly particular about language, but I respectfully disagree. Words shape how we see ourselves and how others treat us. When organizations choose person-first language, it signals respect and recognition of our full humanity — and that means a lot to me. Last year, when the World Bronchiectasis Conference was held in Dundee, Scotland, there were two 45-minute summary sessions. This year, the two sessions are each two hours because we asked for more information — and they heard us. European laws often restrict industry-sponsored content from being shared with non-healthcare professionals. These regulations aim to prevent:
In the meantime, we can look forward to expanded summary talks. So, let’s sign up to consume what’s sure to be excellent information! Consumer Session I & II Four hours of presentations, where conference speakers will present the chosen topics both on-site and online to consumers. Scheduling: Wednesday, July 16th 16:00 – 18:00 AEST (Time Eurozone / Africa / Asia friendly) Thursday July 17th 09:00 – 11:00 AEST (Time Americas zone friendly) Free registration: bronchiectasis-patient.org/2025/wbc/ Also so wonderful to see the Lung Foundation of Australia, the European Lung Foundation and the Bronchiectasis and NTM Association working together on this conference!! #WorldBronchiectasisConference2025 #Bronchiectasis #Australia #WBConf25
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AuthorLinda Cooper Esposito, MPH is a health educator with bronchiectasis. She developed the BE CLEAR Method to Living with Bronchiectasis and writes with compassion and humor about this chronic lung disease. Archives
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