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World Pneumonia Day

November 12, 2026 Recurs yearly

An African healthcare professional examines an adult patient's lungs with a stethoscope while another clinician reviews a chest X-ray showing pneumonia in a modern hospital. A pulse oximeter monitors the patient's oxygen levels, highlighting the importance of early diagnosis and treatment for pneumonia.

2026 Theme

No official theme announced

Campaign Representation

Officially represented by the Light Blue Ribbon.

Campaign Description

World Pneumonia Day raises awareness about pneumonia as the leading infectious cause of death in children under five and promotes prevention and treatment strategies.


Key Priorities

  • Scaling up childhood pneumococcal vaccination
  • Ensuring oxygen availability in primary facilities
  • Training health workers on case management
  • Addressing malnutrition as a key risk factor


Key Concepts

  • Bacterial and viral pneumonia
  • Pneumococcal vaccine (PCV)
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Pulse oximetry

Resources & Related Content

Stop Pneumonia / Every Breath Counts Coalition – https://stoppneumonia.org