Shared Stories | American Lung Association

Amy W. I am a 71 year old female who was diagnosed with NSIP pulmonary fibrosis in March 2023.
Joseph N. My name is Joseph, and this is why I make Every Mile Count
David K. My name is David Kaufman, and this is why I make Every Step Count
Diane S. My lung issues started 8 years ago.
Barb T. I was born with Kartagener syndrome, the cilia does not work in my lungs, ears or sinuses.
Kevin R. I am 64 years old. I’ve been a machinist since I was 18 years old, I like playing a lot of games on my iPad and playing with my dog Milo.
Angelique N. My mother is 69 year old who currently suffers from a lung disease, Alpha 1 Antitripsen.
Karen D. I live in Florida and have COPD. I'm a member of the ALA's COPD Patient Advisory Group and have been involved with the American Lung Association for nearly 25 years.
Laonis Q. My story is my son's Anthony J Chapman story! He was diagnosed with severe uncontrolled asthma at the age of 2.
Sheila M. I climb because I lost my beloved father, Carl, to lung cancer and my dear cousin, Ellen, to pulmonary fibrosis.
Michele M. I Should Have Asked For A Second Opinion!
Garrett M. I had a chronic cough for about two years.
Stuart R. I have had asthma since my early teens, though it wasn't until my early teens that I was required to get and use an inhaler.
Mary Jo H. I’m here to share the effects that smoking has on my family, in particular my grandmother.
Timothy N. I’m 56 years old and have been battling asthma for years. I’m getting better because I’m more aware of my triggers, stop smoking, and monitor my exercise regimes and alcohol and food intake.

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