Press Releases
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American Lung Association Applauds EPA Decision to Protect Public from Soot
December 14, 2012 - The American Lung Association applauds the Obama Administration's decision to set a much stronger national air quality standard on particulate matter (soot), one of the nation's most lethal air pollutants. -
Quotes from Health and Medical Groups in Response to New Soot Standard
December 14, 2012 - Quotes from Health and Medical Groups in Response to New Soot Standard -
American Lung Association Offers Tips to Make Quit-Smoking New Year's Resolutions Stick
December 13, 2012 - Quitting smoking is a common New Year’s resolution for Americans each year—but it’s easier said than done. The American Lung Association is highlighting proven tips and resources that have helped thousands of people pack in smoking permanently. -
American Lung Association Honors Spirit of Giving through Restaurant.com's Feed It Forward Program
December 10, 2012 - The American Lung Association is delighted to honor the commitment of its staff, volunteers, donors and advocates by providing them with $10 Restaurant.com eGift Cards as part of the fifth annual Feed It Forward program. -
American Lung Association Appoints Harold Wimmer as President and CEO
December 4, 2012 - The American Lung Association announces the appointment of Harold Wimmer as its President and Chief Executive Officer -
American Lung Association Report Says U.S. at Tipping Point for Policies that Help Smokers Quit
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American Lung Association Voices Support for Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Influenza Vaccination Week
December 3, 2012 - The American Lung Association encourages everyone 6 months of age and older to get vaccinated against the flu this season and is voicing its support for National Influenza Vaccination Week, taking place December 2-8 this year. -
Carol Browner to Keynote National Journal Policy Summit on the Past, Present & Future of the Clean Air Act
December 3, 2012 - On Wednesday, December 5, National Journal will host former Director of the White House Office of Energy and Climate Change Policy Carol Browner for "Legacy of the Clean Air Act: Looking Back, Moving Forward," a National Journal LIVE policy summit. -
New Poll Shows the Public Wants EPA to Set Stricter Soot Health Standards
November 29, 2012 - On November 29, the American Lung Association is releasing the results of its new poll that examine public views on setting stricter soot standards to protect public health. Spokespersons are available for interviews to discuss the results as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approaches a December 14, 2012, deadline to issue updated health standards for fine particle pollution (soot). -
American Lung Association to Release Polling Results on Public Views of Setting Stricter Soot Health Standards
November 28, 2012 - On November 29, the American Lung Association is releasing the results of its new poll that examine public views on setting stricter soot standards to protect public health. Spokespersons are available for interviews to discuss the results as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approaches a December 14, 2012, deadline to issue updated health standards for fine particle pollution (soot).
