International Respiratory Coalition is heading to the ERS Congress 2026

12 August 2026

The International Respiratory Coalition (IRC) will be at ERS Congress 2026, the biggest event in the respiratory calendar, taking place in Barcelona from 5 to 9 September. This year’s congress theme, which focuses on partnerships between patients, clinicians and researchers, closely mirrors IRC’s mission and work in bringing together health professionals, persons living with a lung condition, organisations and policymakers to advance respiratory health.

Across two sessions in the World Village auditorium, we will explore:

  • how national coalitions are using data and patient voices to drive advocacy and policy change
  • a first look at this year’s Lung Facts update

IRC will also host a networking session on Wednesday, 9 September, for coalition members and partners.

Find full session details, times and speakers on our ERS Congress 2026 event page

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