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.
Understanding COVID-19 Variants
There have been many reports of new strains of the COVID-19 virus emerging. We spoke with Dr. Vineet Menachery about these new strains and whether we should be worried. Read More
Menthol’s Impact on the Black Community: Raising Awareness on No Menthol Sunday
While overall smoking rates continue to decline, menthol’s hold on the market is undeniable. A recent study showed that while overall cigarette use declined by 26% over the past decade, 91% of that decline was due to non-menthol cigarettes. Read More
Asthma and Lung Health Disparities in the Asian American Community
Dr. Sonal Patel, a double-board certified allergist and clinical immunologist, and second-generation Indian immigrant, shared her unique understanding of the problems facing Asian Americans with us. Read More
Recovering from COVID, Investing in a Healthier Future
The COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath has had a devastating impact on many individuals, families, charitable organizations and businesses. Read More
Celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month
Jewish American Heritage Month is celebrated in May and honors the many contributions Jewish Americans have made to this country. Read More
Be Your Own Treatment Advocate: Browse for Lung Cancer Clinical Trials
When it comes to treating lung cancer, many families don’t want to take any chances and they rule out clinical trial participation before getting the facts. Read More
Pittsburgh’s Air Quality
The American Lung Association’s “State of the Air” report found that Allegheny County, Pennsylvania—the home of Pittsburgh—was one of only 13 counties in the U.S. to earn failing grades for exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and ozone. Read More
‘State of the Air’ Highlights Need for Environmental Justice
The American Lung Association’s annual “State of the Air” report, released on April 21, found that more than 4 in 10 people (135 million) in the U.S. live with polluted air, placing their health and lives at risk. Read More
Sadie’s Stay at Norton Sanitorium
Soon to be released book gives a firsthand account of life in a tubereculosis sanitorium Read More
Just How Effective are Vaccinations for Transplant Patients?
Lung transplants are trending upward. The onset of the COVID-19 vaccine has caused concern for this population because transplant recipients have a suppressed immune system, placing them at increased risk for severe COVID-19 complications. Read More