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.

An Unexpected Threat: the Link Between Radon and Lung Cancer

Leah had led a very healthy life; she was a runner who ate very healthily and never smoked. So, her whole family was shocked when she was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer. Read More

How Clinical Trials Can Address the Lung Cancer Risk for Hispanic Americans

The new Awareness, Trust and Action Campaign seeks to address lung health disparities for the Hispanic community. Read More

“It Saved My Life:” Why Biomarker Testing is Vital

John shares the story of his lung cancer diagnosis and how biomarker testing made all the difference. Read More

You Know What is Scary? Not Knowing What's in the Air You're Breathing

The new "Something in the Air" Report Spotlights how Satellite Data Can Help Inform the Public about their Air Quality Read More

Understanding Bronchitis: A Doctor Answers Your FAQs

Dr. Polverino answers your most pressing questions about bronchitis, how contagious it is and when it may cause more serious medical problems. Read More

A Shining Tribute: How the Star Family Honors Their Patriarch

For many, pneumonia is sudden and devastating, leaving families heartbroken. For the Star Family, the loss became personal when their father, Richard (Dick) Star, passed away. Read More

When a Cough Unveiled Cancer: Laura’s Story of Strength and Community

LUNG FORCE Hero and veteran, Laura, shares how receiving a surprising cancer diagnosis led her to a support community she could have never expected. Read More

Evolving With the Needs of Lung Disease Research

How the American Lung Association Research Institute is addressing modern-day lung health issues. Read More

Fact or Fiction: Answers to Your Flu Vaccine FAQs

Receiving an annual flu vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and others against the flu and severe illness this flu season. Read More

Mission Moment October 2024

We’re working to educate Medicare beneficiaries and healthcare providers on a new law that goes into effect on January 1, 2025. Read More

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