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.
What’s Happening with Menthol Cigarettes and How Does it Impact Me?
On April 28, the FDA announced two proposed rules, one to end the sale of menthol cigarettes and one to end the sale of flavored cigars. Read More
Meet the Man Picking up Cigarette Butts for a Cause
Jim shares the unique way he is raising money for the American Lung Association. Read More
Medical Expert Weighs in on 2024 State of Tobacco Control Report
Dr. Robert Herron sees first-hand the impacts of tobacco use in his state. Read More
The Many Ways a CT Scan Can Save Your Life
“I would have never known, there is no other test that would have identified the problem. It saved my life, so I think it is so important to spread the word. If you’re eligible, get a CT scan for lung cancer.” Read More
The Biden Administration Must End the Sale of Menthol Cigarettes Now to Save Lives
In April 2022, the FDA announced two proposed rules to end the sale of menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars. After a lengthy comment period and review process, these rules are at the White House as the final step. Read More
25th Anniversary of Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement
Twenty-five years ago, four major tobacco companies settled a court case with 46 states and the District of Columbia that resulted in the major change for tobacco companies. 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
Breaking Free: One Woman's Journey to Quit Menthol Cigarettes
Stefanie shares how an addiction to menthol cigarettes changed her life and what she did to finally quit. Read More
Where There’s Smoke: New Research Publication Lights Fire about Dangers of Vaping
The American Journal of Preventive Medicine recently published a new paper, titled “Cigarette-E-cigarette Transitions and Respiratory Symptom Development,” which assessed the respiratory health effects of 16 tobacco product transitions. Read More
