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.
Brother Honors His Sister with Trek Across Maine
Peter talks about participating in one of the American Lung Association’s most celebrated events, and the person who inspired him to do so. Read More
Mission Moment - July 2022
On June 30, the Supreme Court limited EPA’s authority to regulate greenhouse gases from coal and oil-fired power plants. We were one of the parties involved in this case. Read More
The Supreme Court’s West Virginia v. EPA Decision
On June 30, 2022 the Supreme Court issued its opinion in the case West Virginia vs. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The decision limits EPA’s authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from coal and oil-fired power plants. Read More
COVID-19 Hot Topics: BA.5 Variant
Omicron has mutated into many subvariants, including BA.5 which is now the dominate strain of COVID-19 in the United States. Here is what you need to know about BA.5 to help stay safe from serious COVID-19 illness. Read More
Stories About the Impact of Menthol Cigarettes and Flavored Cigars
At the Lung Association, we understand first-hand the impact that menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars have had. We asked some of our colleagues to share their personal experiences. Read More
Sharing Knowledge
From May 14 - 18, 2022, thousands of respiratory researchers, clinicians and industry representatives gathered for the American Thoracic Society (ATS) international conference (ATS 2022) in San Francisco, CA. Read More
Treating Bronchiectasis and COPD
When Jean Rommes was first diagnosed with COPD, she admits she had an inkling that something had been wrong for a while but, like many patients, she was in denial. Read More
Five Steps for Successful Flying with Oxygen
A primer by experienced traveler and IPF patient, Jim Hartmann, on prepping individuals to have the best possible outcome when they travel while using supplemental oxygen. Read More
Tips to Save Yourself from Summer's Deadly Heat Waves
Heat waves can take a toll on your lungs and overall health. See why and how to keep safe when the temperature rises this summer. Read More
5 Reasons Your Child Should Get the COVID-19 Vaccination
The ACIP and CDC now recommends COVID-19 vaccination for children aged 6 months and older. This means that approximately 18 million additional children are now eligible to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Read More
