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.
Antivirals vs Antibiotics: What You Need to Know
Antivirals and antibiotics are both powerful medications that help your body fight infections. But many people don’t realize they are not interchangeable. Read More
How Pulmonary Hypertension Guidelines Improve Patient Care
The American Lung Association is making strides to increase early diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary hypertension through patient, caregiver and healthcare provider outreach. Read More
Is Cooking Making Your Indoor Air Unsafe?
As we all gather around the kitchen, should we be worried about what we are breathing in besides delicious aromas? Read More
Advocating for Prevention in Hope of Saving Lives
“There was nothing in her history or our family history that would lead us to believe this type of diagnosis could happen,” Jalonna said. Read her mother's story. Read More
Endobronchial Valve (EBV) Treatment for Advanced COPD
Despite living over a thousand miles apart, Bryan and Carolyn shared some common traits that are familiar to many people living with advanced COPD. Read More
Mission Moment November 2024
We’re joining the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases to raise awareness among U.S. adults, ages 50 and older, about the importance of receiving a pneumococcal vaccine. Read More
Enhanced Healthcare Tax Credits Have This Family Covered
Over nine million people have gained affordable, quality healthcare coverage thanks, in part, to enhanced Advance Premium Tax Credits. Read More
9 Things to Know About Pneumonia on World Pneumonia Day
World Pneumonia Day is observed annually on November 12 to raise awareness about this potentially serious lung infection and the importance of prevention and treatment. Read More
The Importance of Lung Cancer Screening for Veterans
Smoking and tobacco use remains the leading cause of preventable death in the United States, with few groups as heavily impacted as active-duty service members and veterans. 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
