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.
How Climate Change is Fueling Extreme Weather
Sweltering heat. Frequent, raging wildfires. Intense flooding. Crushing drought. In recent years, we have witnessed a concerning increase in the frequency and strength of natural disasters. Read More
From Absences to Aces: Transforming Education with Healthy Classroom Air
Taking steps to proactively address air quality issues in schools before they become a problem can make a big difference. Read More
Reviewing the Inflation Reduction Act, One Year Later
In August 2022, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law. It’s the biggest federal investment in addressing climate change that the United States has ever made. Read More
Let the Air in
On average, Americans spend 90% of their time indoors, so indoor air quality is critical to the health of families. Read More
The Dangers of Silica Dust
Breathing in silica dust caused by chipping, cutting, drilling, or grinding soil, granite, slate, sandstone or other natural materials can lead to chronic lung disease. Read More
Avoiding Diseases from the Dirt
The outdoors comes with its own set of environmental dangers that can cause lung infections. Read More
10 Simple Steps to Your Healthiest Lungs
Tips for loving your lungs and keeping them in good working order. Read More
Keeping Your Pets Safe from Nicotine Poisoning
Though you may not realize it, your pet is more vulnerable to the effects of nicotine than you are. Read More
What This Summer's Record-Breaking Heat Waves Mean for Lung Health
The serious heat waves we are experiencing are not just uncomfortable – they are part of a trend that has critical implications for our health. Read More
Protecting Yourself from Poor Air Quality
Unhealthy air quality can be scary, but the Air Quality Index is a valuable tool to help you stay safe. Here’s is some essential information to help you use it. Read More