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 December 2024
The American Lung Association recently recognized National Influenza Vaccination Week by joining leading health organizations in urging everyone ages 6 months and older to get a flu shot. Read More
10 Simple Actions to Take to Protect Your Home from Heat
The summer months are upon us, and it is hotter than ever. No matter where you live or what type of home you have, there are 10 simple steps you can take this summer to keep your home cooler and safer for your family. Read More
Too Hot? How to NOT Trigger Your Asthma
Learn how rising temperatures affect your asthma symptoms and what you can do to prevent a flare-up. Read More
The Search for a Universal Flu Vaccine
Every autumn, we’re reminded to roll up our sleeves and get our flu shot to safeguard against influenza, because vaccines are undeniably effective in reducing the risk of contracting this contagious respiratory illness. Read More
Hot Topic: Did you know there is a new COVID-19 vaccine?
The updated or bivalent COVID-19 booster protects against recent variants. Read More
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
COVID-19 Hot Topics: First COVID-19 Treatment for Children
On Monday, April 25, FDA approved the first COVID-19 treatment for children less than 12 years of age. Read More
Hot Topics: Changing Mask Mandates
A recent court ruling ended the federal requirement that people wear masks on public transportation. It's reasonable to ask, "how do we continue to protect vulnerable populations from COVID-19?" Read More
COVID-19 Hot Topics: Additional Vaccine Boosters
Recently, the CDC updated COVID-19 vaccination eligibility to include a second booster for people who are moderately to severely immunocompromised and anyone 50 or older. Read More
Hot Topic: Tips for Managing Long-COVID Symptoms
Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos answers frequently asked questions about long-COVID and shares the advice he gives his patients. Read More
