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.
The Truth About “Tobacco-Free” Pouches and Vapes: Why They’re Still Addictive and Risky
Learn how Big Tobacco is remarketing products to fool you into thinking they aren’t bad for you. Read More
From Smoker to Advocate: A Powerful Lung Health Journey
For me, every breath today is a reminder. A reminder of where I’ve been, of what I’ve been given and of what’s at stake. Read More
FDA Decisions on Flavored Vapes and Pouches Put Youth at Risk
In May 2026, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) made decisions that will allow more flavored e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches to be sold in the United States. Read More
Teen Advocates for Youth Vaping and Nicotine Addiction Crisis
Tobacco prevention advocate stands up for her peers everyday by spreading the truth about the pitfalls of nicotine and tobacco products. Read More
The Severe Dangers of Nicotine Biohacking
What makes nicotine so seductive, and why should you refrain from it? We broke it down. Read More
Powerful Ways to Protect Yourself from Secondhand Smoke in Apartments
Studies show that most people prefer to live in smokefree environments, but secondhand smoke keeps seeping into their lives. Learn how to protect yourself from the dangers of secondhand smoke in apartment buildings. Read More
From Trauma to Triumph: Ava Discovers Strength in Supportive Quit Community
Ava shares how Freedom From Smoking helped her quit after 40 years of dependence. Read More
Nicotine Pouches and Vaping: How to Protect Your Teen
Afif El-Hasan, MD, talks to us about common nicotine pouches and vaping misconceptions and how to protect your teen. Read More
Teen Tobacco Advocate Refuses to Back Down Despite Budget Cuts
Breanna initially joined the tobacco-free advocates club in middle school on a whim, but it would soon become a passion. Read More
Double Risk: How Radon and Smoking Fuel Lung Cancer
Radon and smoking are both known causes of lung cancer, but when someone is exposed to both, the results can be deadly. Read More
