World Asthma Day 2026 observed on 5 May with focus on access to anti-inflammatory inhalers

Direct fact

On 5 May 2026, World Asthma Day was observed globally under the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA), with the theme “Access to anti-inflammatory inhalers for everyone with asthma, still an urgent need.”

Key specifics

• World Asthma Day 2026 was observed on 5 May 2026.
• The day is observed on the first Tuesday of May every year.
• It was first organized in 1998.
• The theme for 2026 focused on access to anti-inflammatory inhalers.
• GINA is the global body associated with the observance.

Exam lens

Important days question type, 5 May 2026, first Tuesday of May, 1998, GINA, inhalers — TNPSC may ask the date, theme, and organising body.