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.
Four Things to Know about Air Quality and Exercising Outdoors
For many people, one of the best parts of summer is being outside running, biking, hiking, doing anything that lets you enjoy the weather and move your body. But, high air pollution levels can have harmful effects on your lungs. Read More
Living with Pediatric PAH: A Family's Powerful Journey
When Jayna noticed strange bumps appearing on her 14-month-old son Jackson’s face and body, she didn’t hesitate. Read More
Lung Health Navigator Offers Lifeline After Cancer Diagnosis
“After months of testing with no growth from the nodule, nobody thought it was cancer. But suddenly it incrementally grew,” said Elizabeth. And so began an eight-month roller coaster journey. Read More
Breakthrough Tuberculosis Research Is Inspired by Real Patients
Dr. Carpenter is researching how T cells respond to tuberculosis in the hopes of preventing active TB disease. Read More
The Truth About How Vaccines Prevent Respiratory Diseases and Save Lives
Understand what respiratory diseases can be prevented by vaccines and how not getting vaccinated may put you or your loved ones at risk. Read More
Smooth Operator – A Nebulizer Effortlessly Gets Medication into Your Lungs
Hear from a pulmonary expert when you might consider a nebulizer and where to get one. Read More
Bringing Lifesaving Lung Health Education to Vulnerable Communities
How Education Can Protect Communities from Dangerous Air Pollution Read More
Why Asthma Controller Medicines Aren’t Optional, But Essential
Despite the recent claims of being overprescribed, only 35% of asthma patients use lifesaving controller meds, putting them at risk. Read More
Mission Moment July 2025
This summer, communities throughout the country are experiencing periods of intense heat, and there’s more to come. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help keep you and your family healthy. Read More
Vapor Hiding Dangerous Ingredients
Unfortunately, many people are unaware of the chemical makeup of e-cigarettes, assuming they only contain water vapor and nicotine. Read More
