Each Breath Blog
Breathing is essential to life, and through this blog, we hope to illustrate the importance of lung health. Hear directly from experts, researchers, staff and volunteers about our ongoing fight for healthy lungs and healthy air.
What’s Happening with Menthol Cigarettes and How Does it Impact Me?
On April 28, the FDA announced two proposed rules, one to end the sale of menthol cigarettes and one to end the sale of flavored cigars. Read More
Mission Moment April 2024
Lung cancer survivors, caregivers push for research & public health funding at advocacy day. Read More
Listen to Patients: Firsthand Advice for Oxygen Reform
Mary explains from personal experience how current supplemental oxygen laws are leaving their patients breathless. Read More
Meet the Man Picking up Cigarette Butts for a Cause
Jim shares the unique way he is raising money for the American Lung Association. Read More
The Important Role of the Chest Exam
This simple, noninvasive procedure can help your healthcare provider determine if you have a respiratory issue. Read More
“It’s So Important to Never Miss a Scan”
Donna T shares her story about how not one, but two cancer diagnoses years apart were caught and treated Read More
Rising to the Challenge: Caring for Patients During Climate Disasters
As a primary care doctor, I’m alarmed by how unprepared I was to care for my patients when wildfire smoke inundated New York City (NYC) last summer. Read More
What Next? Diving Deeper into the Clinical Trial Process
Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos answers critical questions you may have once you decide to participate in a clinical trial. Read More
Tuberculosis Isn’t Gone: A Tale of TB in the U.S. Today
Dodie was surprised when in modern America her daughter was diagnosed with TB. Read her story. Read More
Celebrating 10 Years of LUNG FORCE
We look back at the immense impact LUNG FORCE has had on lung cancer research and awareness since its inception. Read More
