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American Lung Association Report: Women at Greater Risk of COPD
June 5, 2013 - The American Lung Association’s latest health disparity report, “Taking Her Breath Away: The Rise of COPD in Women,” examines the nation’s third leading cause of death and its increased prevalence among women in the United States. Women are 37 percent more likely to have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) than men and now account for more than half of all deaths attributed to COPD in our nation. -
American Lung Association Releases Report on the Burden of COPD in Women
May 29, 2013 - The American Lung Association is releasing its latest health disparity report, “Taking Her Breath Away: The Rise of COPD in Women,” which examines the nation’s third leading cause of death and its increased prevalence among women in the United States. -
American Lung Association and WellPoint Inc. Launch Smoking Cessation Campaign Offering Support for the “Quitter in You”
April 8, 2013 - The American Lung Association is partnering with WellPoint Inc. to support smokers in their efforts to quit for good through its “Quitter in You,” smoking cessation campaign. -
American Lung Association Lauds Next Generation of CDC's "Tips from Former Smokers" National Tobacco Education Campaign
March 28, 2013 - The American Lung Association applauds CDC for launching a new round of hard-hitting ads that inspire smokers to quit through firsthand stories from individuals suffering from life-shattering smoking-related lung diseases and disabilities. -
American Lung Association Welcomes Final TRICARE Rule on Smoking Cessation
February 27, 2013 - The American Lung Association applauds the U.S. Department of Defense’s release of the final rule that will ensure those in TRICARE—the health insurance program for military personnel, families and retirees—will have access to an evidence-based, comprehensive smoking cessation benefit. -
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 Report Says U.S. at Tipping Point for Policies that Help Smokers Quit
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New Study Just One More Reason for FDA to Regulate Cigars
August 27, 2012 - The American Lung Association is deeply concerned by findings in a new study released today that show the use of flavored cigars among cigar smokers is highest in among young, poor, Hispanic, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered (LGBT) populations. -
American Lung Association Urges Immediate Appeal of Ruling Against Graphic Cigarette Warning Labels
August 24, 2012 - Lung Association urges DOJ to appeal cigarette graphic warning labels case. -
American Lung Association Report Aims to Reduce Tobacco Use in Rural Communities
August 15, 2012 - The American Lung Association’s latest health disparity report, “Cutting Tobacco’s Rural Roots: Tobacco Use in Rural Communities,” examines the prevalence of tobacco addiction and exposure to secondhand smoke in rural America, particularly among rural youth.
