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.
Simple Steps to Prevent Respiratory Illness This Season
As the colder weather months begin, respiratory viruses like the common cold, the flu, RSV and COVID-19, become more prevalent. Read More
How One Woman Found the Strength to Fight COPD and Cancer
Susan shares her complicated journey with lung disease and how she found hope and support. Read More
Double Risk: How Radon and Smoking Fuel Lung Cancer
Radon and smoking are both known causes of lung cancer, but when someone is exposed to both, the results can be deadly. Read More
Everything You Need to Know About Pulmonary Edema
Pulmonary edema refers to a condition where there is too much fluid in your lungs, making it hard to breathe. Read More
How Your Lungs Change as You Age
Your lungs are amazing, hard-working organs, but they are not immune to the passage of time. As you age, so do your lungs, and it's helpful to understand how your lungs change so you know when something is amiss. Read More
New Research May Reveal Why Lung Cancer and COPD Overlap
Dr. Catherine Sears’ research seeks to change the way COPD and lung cancer are treated. Read More
Overcoming Alpha-1: A Powerful Story of Survival, Treatment and Triumph
Bonnie shares her story of being diagnosed with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency and learning to manage the rare disease. Read More
Protecting Your Infant from Whooping Cough
Over the last few years, the U.S. has experienced a troubling resurgence of pertussis, also known as whooping cough. Read More
How to Keep Your Asthma Controlled This Holiday Season
Before you start roasting chestnuts on an open fire, if you have asthma, you need to take extra precautions. Read More
December Mission Moment
National Health Organizations Recommend Flu Vaccinations to Reduce Severe Illness, Hospitalizations Read More
