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.
COVID-19 Hot Topics: BA.5 Variant
Omicron has mutated into many subvariants, including BA.5 which is now the dominate strain of COVID-19 in the United States. Here is what you need to know about BA.5 to help stay safe from serious COVID-19 illness. Read More
The Science Behind the Addictiveness of Menthol
Why is it easier to start smoking menthol, and harder to quit? Read More
Air Pollution Exposure in Hispanic and Latino Communities
Public parks and school playgrounds hold a uniquely vital role in the Hispanic and Latino community. Read More
Simple Steps to Help Reduce Air Pollution on World Lung Day
September 25 is the perfect day to reflect on what we can do to help prevent lung disease and make the air we breathe healthier for everyone. Read More
Finding a Community at LUNG FORCE Walks
LUNG FORCE Hero Isabella shares her story and explains why the annual LUNG FORCE Walk is so important to her. Read More
Shining a Spotlight on Lung Cancer Screening
Hill Holliday executive vice president talks about the vision behind “A Hope Story,” the latest creative for the “Saved By The Scan” campaign. Read More
Mission Moment - September 2022
Signed into law on August 16, the Inflation Reduction Act represents the most significant federal investment in history to tackle climate change and a major step forward for cleaning up air pollution. Read More
Highlighting Lung Association Researchers during Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month
Pulmonary fibrosis (PF) is an interstitial lung disease characterized as progressive, irreversible scarring of the lungs, which thickens the lung tissue leading to difficulty breathing and persistent cough. Read More
How Plastic Waste is Hurting Your Health
Plastic is found all over the planet and plastic waste is estimated to triple by 20401. Information showing how plastic moves and ends up in the world’s most remote places is still developing. Read More
4 Steps for Transitioning from Pediatric to Adult Asthma Care
At some point, everyone must start to make decisions about their own healthcare. Below are a few tips to help you be successful at managing your asthma while you are away at school. Read More
