Shared Stories | American Lung Association

Jeanne W. As a child, I was always susceptible to lung irritation caused by pollens, dust, mold, and second-hand smoking.
Richard S. C. My mother, Delores Inez Pollard Carter, was born on April 22, 1927, in Princeton, New Jersey. She was an educator, social worker, and artist.
Tiffany J. My name is Tiffany and this year will be my family and friends first stair climb with the Lung association.
Janna D. My primary care doctor ordered a scan for me many years ago, after I had been smoking for about 40 years.
Sara C. The Lung Association has been a great help to me, and I’m spreading the word.
Michael G. Hello! My name is Michael, I’m 64 years old, and I live in Massachusetts. I’m also asthmatic. Here’s my backstory.
Suzanne E. I was diagnosed with COPD in 2010—chronic bronchitis with early-stage emphysema. I smoked for at least 25 years and grew up in a household with a parent who smoked.
Christopher F. I am 39 years old and live in Southeast Texas, where the humidity is high, and the air is heavily polluted by numerous refineries.
Cheryl S. I dedicated over 20 years to nursing, proudly serving in various roles from ICU to hospice care. Now retired due to disability, I remain passionate about health and advocacy.
Elena V. I’ll admit, I wasn’t always a fan of vaccines. However, at 65, my perspective has changed.
Lindsay H. I was diagnosed with asthma this year at age 33. I discovered that ozone and air particulates are significant triggers for me. I
Petrea M. My name is Petrea M. I recently saw an American Lung Association commercial about vaping and collapsed lungs, and I felt compelled to share my story.
Colleen T. My great-grandfather, grandfather, and aunt all passed away early due to lung disease.
Michelle E. My mother has lived with COPD, emphysema and bronchiectasis for two decades.
Lillian H. My name is Lillian (Lilly) and I suffer from what is known as spontaneous pneumothorax, also known as collapsed lungs.

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