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.
Mission Moment June 2024
We’re celebrating our 120-year anniversary by highlighting ways we’ve improved public health and changed the lives of people across America. Read More
Tobacco Addiction Continues to Harm LGBTQ+ Communities
Members of the LBGTQ+ community have faced a history of oppression and discrimination has directly led to disproportionate health risks. Read More
Improving Access to Affordable Inhalers
Learn about new options to help patients afford inhalers for asthma, COPD and other lung diseases. Read More
5 Home Improvement Projects to Help You Breathe Easier
We offer some simple and effective ways to keep these indoor air pollutants low so you can breathe easier. Read More
Navigating Challenges of Oxygen Accessibility
Beverly talks about how she has struggled to get enough supplemental oxygen to live her life. Read More
What Should I Do If I Can’t Afford My Medications?
Anyone with a chronic lung disease knows how important it is to take your medication as directed. But rising prices and insurance coverage changes mean some patients are struggling. Read More
Hidden Dangers at Work May Be Damaging Your Lungs
Peter explains how mold at his firehouse caused his chronic lung condition Read More
Navigating Urban Heat: How Smart Surfaces Offer a Cool Solution
Communities across the nation are experiencing an increase in extreme heat, floods and other natural disasters each year due to global warming and climate change. Read More
Are You at Risk for a Pulmonary Embolism?
If someone has chest pains, they are most likely to think they are having a heart attack, but a pulmonary embolism is almost as common. About 1 in every 1,000 people suffers from a pulmonary embolism every year. Read More
“Win the Day and Make History”
Frank shares how movement help him beat the odds against stage four lung cancer. Read More
