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.
Reducing Air Pollution from Cars and Trucks: The Success of the Cleaner Car Standards
The American Lung Association's Year of Air Pollution and Health seeks to raise awareness of the health impacts of air pollution, and to generate support for the solutions needed to provide healthy air for every American. Read More
TB in the Community: Forgotten but Not Gone
A hundred years ago, tuberculosis (TB) was the leading cause of death in the United States. These days, thanks to the development of effective treatments and a vigilant public health system, this deadly disease is largely controlled in the U.S. Read More
Vaping: It's All Smoke and Mirrors
A new generation is at risk for irreversible lung damage and disease from e-cigarettes, yet many people view them as harmless. Dr. Troy Moritz explores the dangers of vaping. Read More
Reducing Air Pollution from Power Plants: The Success of the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards
'Where Does Air Pollution Come From?' That's our theme for the month of March as part of the Year of Air Pollution & Health, and we are doing a series of blogs featuring success stories of reducing pollution from major sources. Read More
A Good Day Begins with Good Sleep - Get Help with Sleep Apnea So You Can Catch Your ZZZs
One of the keys to having a good day starts with a good night's sleep. This National Sleep Awareness Week we're echoing the National Sleep Foundation to remind you that a good day and good health begins with sleep. Read More
Myths and Truths about Asthma and Pregnancy
The Lung Association is here to reassure you that most women with asthma can have a normal pregnancy and deliver a healthy baby. Read More
Can You Exercise with a Cold?
Staying fit is always a good idea. But is it a good idea or even safe to exercise when you have a cold? Read More
Happy Lungs, Happy Valentine
You've cleaned the house, spritzed with perfume, lit candles, and built a roaring fire - you're all set for a romantic Valentine's Day with your sweetheart, right? Think again! Read More
'State of Tobacco Control' - A Wakeup Call About the E-cigarette Epidemic
Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable disease and death in the United States, killing more than 480,000 Americans a year. For 17 years, our 'State of Tobacco Control' report has tracked and graded efforts to reduce tobacco use by state. Read More
What You Need to Know about Precision Medicine: A Guide
Follow this flow chart to be guided through the highlights of our expert panel on the growing field of lung cancer precision medicine and subsequent drug approvals. Read More
