News from the American Lung Association in Wisconsin
- Children's Asthma Not Improved by Treating Symptomless Acid Reflux January 25, 2012
- Wisconsin Must Work Harder to Prevent Tobacco-Caused Disease and Death January 19, 2012
- January is Radon Action Month January 1, 2012 January is Radon Action Month and the American Lung Association is advising homeowners to test their homes for a presence of the radioactive gas.
- Seven Tips to Successfully Quit Smoking in the New Year December 15, 2011
- Is Wisconsin "Quit-Friendly" for Smokers? December 7, 2011
- 35,700 Deaths Could Be Prevented Annually by Strong Soot Standards November 16, 2011
- American Lung Association in Wisconsin Offers Support to Lung Cancer Patients October 27, 2011 This November—National Lung Cancer Awareness Month—the American Lung Association aims to increase public awareness of this deadly disease and encourage action to help prevent and treat it.
- Anthem Continues Commitment to Smoking Cessation October 26, 2011
- Hispanics in Wisconsin Burdened by Asthma October 25, 2011 The American Lung Association released a new report today, Luchando por el Aire: The Burden of Asthma on Hispanics, which provides an overview of the complex biological, environmental, political and cultural factors that increase asthma’s burden on the Hispanic population in Wisconsin and across the country. This report is part of the Lung Association’s Disparities in Lung Health Series.
- Over 600 People Participate in the 2011 Fight for Air Walk! October 7, 2011 On Sunday, October 2, we hosted our 2011 Fight for Air Walk at the Milwaukee County Zoo. Over 600 volunteers, sponsors and participants came out to support us on a beautiful, sunny day and raise awareness about lung disease.
- Medicaid Cuts Could Leave Tens of Thousands of Wisconsinites Facing Life-Threatening Health Challenges October 3, 2011 New report will detail number of Wisconsinites with cancer, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and chronic lung disease who depend on Medicaid for treatment.
- Nationwide Award and Grant Program October 3, 2011 The goal of the Awards and Grants Program is to stimulate cutting edge research that will reduce the burden of lung diseases, including asthma, COPD and lung cancer, on patients and their families. The application deadline is October 20, 2011.
- Protect yourself from forest fire smoke September 13, 2011 Forest fire smoke poses lethal health hazards to people living and working in the surrounding areas. Residents with respiratory problems such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and also those with chronic heart disease should take extra precautions during this time and call their physician immediately if problems develop.
- New CDC Report Shows Smoking Rates in Wisconsin September 7, 2011 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released a report revealing adult smoking rates in the United States are declining.
- Chronic Lower Respiratory Disease Surpasses Stroke As Third Leading Cause of Death August 15, 2011 New data released by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates that the deaths from Chronic Lower Respiratory Disease (CLRD) are on the rise, and that it has surpassed stroke as the third leading cause of the death in the United States.
- 1st Annual Fight for Air Ride August 3, 2011 1st Annual Fight for Air Ride
- Back to School With Asthma: Time to Prepare July 20, 2011 While scouring store shelves for school supplies and the latest fall fashions, students across the country are filled with anticipation and anxiety as they prepare for a new school year. Students with asthma—and their parents—face an even bigger concern that must be addressed before the school year starts: their health in the classroom.
- “Go to Bat” for the American Lung Association this Summer July 13, 2011 The American Lung Association is participating in the 2011 Go To Bat campaign that kicks off this week. Our supporters can visit, select the American Lung Association and play the State Farm Go to Bat game to increase the batting average and score points for the Lung Association.
- Cigarette Warnings Get Graphic June 21, 2011 For 25 years, warning labels on cigarettes have gone almost completely unnoticed. As required by the Family Smoking and Tobacco Control Act, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has enacted a final rule that requires graphic health warnings on all cigarette packages and advertisements starting in fall 2012.
- New Poll Shows WI Voters Support EPA and Stronger Smog Standards June 16, 2011 Americans across the country are overwhelmingly supportive of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the agency’s efforts to update standards for life-threatening air pollutants such as smog, according to new data released today from a nationwide, bipartisan survey conducted by the American Lung Association.
