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.
What This Summer's Record-Breaking Heat Waves Mean for Lung Health
The serious heat waves we are experiencing are not just uncomfortable – they are part of a trend that has critical implications for our health. Read More
How One Mother Is Fighting to Save Others After Lung Cancer Took Her Son
Veronica shares the story of her 29-year-old son who fought lung cancer, and how it has inspired her advocacy. Read More
How a Vaping Research Project Sparked a Lifelong Passion
Livia Cohen was an undecided sophomore at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island when her advisor suggested she get involved in medical research. Read More
Tips to Keep Yourself Safe from Saharan Dust Pollution
A thick, amber cloud of Saharan dust has crossed the Atlantic and settled over parts of the southern and eastern United States. The phenomenon, part of the seasonal Saharan Air Layer. Read More
Mission Moment June 2025
New Partnership with Leonard Nimoy’s Daughter Aims to Raise COPD Awareness Read More
How Decades-Old Trains Are Harming Air Quality
Locomotives, a.k.a. the engines that power trains, are a leading source of harmful, lung-damaging air pollution. Read More
Learning to Manage COPD Medications After a New Diagnosis
Many people may have to balance these changes with existing health conditions or comorbidities, so they may be confused about managing multiple medications and understanding how they interact. Read More
Got Pests? Try this Chemical-Free Approach to Safely Get Rid of Them
Integrated Pest Management is an effective strategy to remove pests and their related pollutants from your home without harsh chemicals that can contaminate your indoor air. Read More
The Power of Prevention: How a CT Scan Saved One Woman's Life
Despite having no symptoms, Linda’s commitment to preventive care led to a life-saving lung cancer diagnosis. Learn why early screening matters. Read More
Ice Baths and Saunas: Are the Latest Health Trends Bad for Your Lungs?
These health trends may offer a few benefits, but they can also be risky — particularly if you have a medical condition – and they shouldn’t be used as a replacement for medical care. Read More