Thank you for joining the Better Breathers Network
We pulled our best resources on Lung.org and created this one-of-a-kind virtual resource library to support you.
This comprehensive library includes:
- Oxygen therapy resources
- COPD and asthma management tools
- Understanding the Respiratory System and Lung Disease webinar
- Breathing exercises
- and much more!
Questions? Contact us at [email protected]
- American Lung Association: New brand and Vision (Video)
- American Lung Association: What we do (Video)
- American Lung Association Research (Video)
This short video will describe the importance of lung health research and the impact of the nationwide Airways Clinical Research Centers. - American Lung Association: Advocacy (Video)
Learn about how the American Lung Association continues our mission and advocates for all issues to improve lung health. - June Member Newsletter
- Karen’s Story: COPD
Being diagnosed with COPD can be an isolating and scary experience. But after joining an American Lung Association Better Breathers Club, Karen found a community that understand exactly what she was going through. - World COPD Day: Better Breathers Club
We spoke with members of our Better Breathers Club support groups about how COPD affects their lives and how Better Breathers Clubs improve their quality of life. - Support for Individuals Living with Sarcoidosis (Video)
Listen to Individuals living with sarcoidosis, American Lung Association staff and Better Breathers Club Facilitators discuss the benefits of joining a Better Breathers Club.
- Getting Started with a Home Oxygen Concentrator (Video)
This video will explain parts of a home oxygen concentrator, how they work, and how to take care of them. - Getting Started with a Portable Oxygen Concentrator (Video)
Portable Oxygen Concentrators, POC, are small, quiet, devices that allow you to receive supplemental oxygen what you are out of the home. This video will share how to use and take care of your POC. - Getting Started with Liquid Oxygen (Video)
Liquid Oxygen therapy uses pure oxygen and is most often prescribed to patients who need high levels of oxygen. This video explains the components of a liquid oxygen system and how to use and care for your device. - Getting Started with Oxygen in Metal Tanks (Video)
Oxygen cylinders are metal tanks that store compressed oxygen and can be used in and out of the home. In this video, we will share how to use and care for oxygen in metal tanks. - Things to Know When Using Oxygen Therapy (Video)
Being prescribed oxygen can be overwhelming, many people with lung disease feel better when they use oxygen therapy. This video will help you get started with oxygen therapy and adjust to life on oxygen.
- Understanding Pulmonary Fibrosis (Video)
Listen to Dr. Jane Dematte and Randy, a patient with pulmonary fibrosis, as they share information about living with pulmonary fibrosis and how to manage this rare lung disease. - Advice for Living with Pulmonary Fibrosis (Video)
Hear from Randy, a patient with pulmonary fibrosis, as he shares tips on what he has learned after being diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. - What is Pulmonary Fibrosis? (one pager)
- How is Pulmonary Fibrosis Diagnosed? (one pager)
- EACH Breath Blog
Get the latest updates on pulmonary fibrosis or idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis on our blog page
- Why Do We Cough? (Video)
Learn more about why we cough and signs of chronic cough. - Chronic Cough (one pager)
- Chronic Cough Roadmap (one pager)
- Sarcoidosis 101 (Video)
In this short, animated video, you will learn more about the symptoms of Sarcoidosis and tips on talking to your doctor. - Sarcoidosis (Video)
Hear from patients living with Sarcoidosis and a physician, as they share information about living with Sarcoidosis and how to manage this lung disease. - Support for Individuals Living with Sarcoidosis (Video)
Listen to Individuals living with sarcoidosis, American Lung Association staff and Better Breathers Club Facilitators discuss the benefits of joining a Better Breathers Club. - Understanding Lung Health: Sarcoidosis (one pager)
- EACH Breath Blog
Get the latest updates on Sarcoidosis hot topics on our blog page
- Understanding Silicosis (Video)
In this short video, you will learn more about symptoms of silicosis and prevention of the disease.
- Living with Lung Disease and Benefits of Quitting Smoking
- How to Create a Quit Smoking Plan (Video)
Learn steps to create a quit smoking plan. - The Impact of E-Cigarettes on the Lungs (one pager)
- EACH Breath Blog
Get the latest updates on tobacco cessation hot topics on our blog page - Quit Smoking Questions and Answers
- COVID-19 & Tobacco (one pager)
- What is Secondhand Smoke?
- What is Thirdhand Smoke?
- Saved by the Scan Screening (Lung Cancer Risk Quiz)
- Lung Cancer Treatment Options (videos and worksheets)
- Treatment Decision-Making Worksheet and Plan (worksheet)
- Lung Cancer Biomarker Testing (video)
- EACH Breath Blog
Get the latest updates on lung cancer hot topics on our blog page
- What is Asthma?
Watch this informative animation that explains what asthma is and how it affects people who suffer from it. - Uncontrolled versus Severe Asthma
About 5-10% of people living with asthma, suffer from severe asthma. Learn about symptoms and access resources for you and your healthcare provider. - Asthma Action Plan [Espanol]
- Asthma Infographic
- My Asthma Control Assessment (Quiz)
- Know the Difference Between Your Asthma Medications (one pager)
- ¿Qué es el asma? (Video)
- Using your Inhaler (one pager)
- EACH Breath Blog
Get the latest updates on asthma hot topics on our blog page - Asthma Basics [Español]
The American Lung Association's Asthma Basics program is offered as a self-paced online learning module or an in-person workshop and designed to help people learn more about asthma
- COPD Management Plan
- COPD Management Plan (Spanish)
- COPD Control during COVID-19 (video)
Maintaining control of COPD is always important, and is especially important during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to affirming the importance of continuing to take prescribed medications, this video covers tips to safely take your nebulized treatments at home. - COPD Control During the COVID-19 Pandemic (webinar)
Hear from Dr. Rizzo, Chief Medical Officer, American Lung Association as he describes strategies to prevent the COVID-19 infection and manage COPD. - Safely Using Your Nebulizer at Home During the COVID-19 Pandemic
- EACH Breath Blog
Get the latest updates on COPD hot topics on our blog page
- Living with Lung Disease and Benefits of Quitting Smoking
- 10 Tips to Prepare for a Natural Disaster
- Overview of Lung Disease Diagnostic Tests and Procedures (Webinar)
Hear from Dr. Jamie Garfield, as she provides an overview of tests and procedures to diagnose lung and manage lung disease. - Understanding the Respiratory System and Lung Disease (Webinar)
Dr. Galiatsatos will discuss the respiratory system and provide an overview of the different types of lung diseases. - Addressing Emotional Health and COVID-19 (Webinar)
DorAnne Donesky, PhD, ANP-BC and certified Better Breathers Club Facilitator discusses managing sadness and anxiousness during COVID-19. You will also hear from Club members about their experiences and how coping strategies have helped them manage their mood. - Pursed Lip Breathing [video]
Learn how to use pursed lip breathing to help with shortness of breath from COPD, asthma or other lung diseases with the American Lung Association. - Belly Breathing [video]
Learn how to use belly breathing to help with shortness of breath from COPD, asthma or other lung diseases. - How to Clean a Nebulizer [video]
Learn how to properly clean a nebulizer with the American Lung Association. - How to Use a Nebulizer [video]
Learn how to properly use a nebulizer to take your COPD or asthma medication. - Staying Active with Lung Disease
- Getting Ready For Your Next Office Visit
- Maintaining Lung Disease Management Amid COVID-19 (webinar)
Hear from Debi Hollaway, RRT, Senior Manager at the American Lung Association and Better Breathers Club members as they discuss steps to better manage their lung disease during COVID-19 - Natural Disaster Preparation (webinar)
Wearing a face covering and having lung disease can be a challenge. Dr. Liang will discuss the benefits of mindful breathing while wearing a mask. Then you will hear from Better Breathers Club members about living with lung disease and preparing for a natural disaster. - Goal Setting and Gratitude(webinar)
Learn strategies for goal setting to keep you on track for both short term and long-term goals. We will also reflect on 2020 and find ways to be thankful, even in challenging times.
Palliative Care Worksheet (Worksheet)
Medication Tracker (Worksheet)
- Understanding Interstitial Lung Disease (webinar)
- Understanding Communication: What is Your Style?
- EACH Breath Blog - Pneumonia
Get the latest updates on pneumonia hot topics on our blog page - EACH Breath Blog - Flu
Get the latest updates on flu hot topics on our blog page - EACH Breath Blog - COVID-19
Get the latest updates on COVID-19 hot topics on our blog page
- (272) Understanding Pneumococcal Pneumonia - YouTube
Learn more at Lung.org/pneumococcal - (272) Antivirals Treat Respiratory Viruses - YouTube
Antiviral treatment can boost your immune system if taken promptly at the onset of symptoms of some infectious respiratory diseases. Learn more about when to contact your healthcare provider how this treatment can help you feel better faster. Support for this educational program provided by Genentech. Learn more at Lung.org/vaccines. - (272) Understanding Respiratory Viruses - YouTube
Infectious respiratory diseases such as influenza, COVID-19, and pertussis spread from person to person. Learn how your body fights back against these pathogens and some of the common side effects that you may experience as your immune system attacks. Support for this educational program provided by Genentech. Learn more at Lung.org/vaccines - Brian shares his flu story (Video)
Hear from Brian, a patient with lung disease, about why he chooses to get the annual flu shot to better manage his lung disease. - Why it is More Important than Ever to Get the Flu Shot (video)
- COVID Vaccine Tracker
Learn science based information that can help you stay informed about safety and availability of a COVID-19 vaccin
Page last updated: October 12, 2021