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.

From the Frontlines: The Truth About Masks and COVID-19

There is a tremendous amount of disinformation circulating regarding the use of masks to decrease transmission of COVID-19. Read More

Ensuring Lung Cancer Patient Safety During the COVID-19 Pandemic

For lung cancer patients, the challenges posed by COVID-19 can include increased risk of complications from COVID-19, as well as changes and delays in treatment and screening schedules. Read More

Mental Health Tips During COVID-19 Pandemic

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The CDC Guidelines Simplified: Reopening Your Business During a Pandemic

COVID-19 changed business as we knew it. The CDC has released a guide to help businesses navigate this difficult time. We went through it and put together these points you may want to consider as you think about reopening your doors. Read More

Debunking Myths About Seasonal Allergies and COVID-19

Dr. Juanita Mora shares some insight about what those with allergies should expect during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

Fighting Relapse on World No Tobacco Day

Since its inception in 1987, World No Tobacco Day, recognized each year on May 31, seeks to shed light on the dangers and health consequences of tobacco use. This year’s theme is #TobaccoExposed. Read More

Why I (Virtually) Climb

At a time when COVID-19 is altering our lives, and major fundraising events such as the Lung Association’s Fight For Air Climb are being postponed or canceled, it is critical that we continue to show our support. Read More

A Snapshot of Clean Air Advocacy in America

Today, Americans enjoy much cleaner air and generally understand that air pollution is harmful to health. But this reduction in air pollution and increase in public education didn’t happen overnight. Read More

Asthma Self-Management Skills: Why Do I Need to Learn Them?

Do you have asthma symptoms throughout the day or wake up at night because of your asthma? Does shortness of breath, chest tightness, coughing or wheezing keep you from doing the things you want to do? You are not alone! Read More

1918 Flu & COVID-19: A Tale of Two Pandemics

It was among the worst of times: 500 million people infected and an estimated 50 million victims worldwide with approximately 675,000 of those deaths in the U.S. These stark numbers had a significant impact on relatively recent history. Read More

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Asthma Educator Institute
, | Jul 11, 2015