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.
The Truth About How Vaccines Prevent Respiratory Diseases and Save Lives
Understand what respiratory diseases can be prevented by vaccines and how not getting vaccinated may put you or your loved ones at risk. Read More
Mission Moment October 2025
Lung Association Joins Global Health Organizations in Signing Historic Healthy Indoor Air Pledge at UN Read More
How Electric School Buses Are Safeguarding Our Children’s Health
Across the country, EV school buses are replacing diesel, improving air quality and reducing noise for students, drivers and communities. Read More
Teen Honors Grandmother with Unique "Blades for Cancer" Event
After losing his grandmother to lung cancer, Ryan decided he wanted to use his strengths to honor her and raise money for research. Read More
Devastating Diagnosis Inspires Woman to Advocate for Rare Disease
Tomisa’s battle with scleroderma and pulmonary fibrosis motivated her to get involved advocating for these diseases. Read More
Researchers Find New and Improved Way to Help with Lung Cancer Screening Numbers
Lung cancer continues to be the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S., yet screening rates remain low. Read More
Karen’s Long, Difficult Road to Becoming Cancer-Free
“Nothing could have prepared me for how quickly my life was going to change.” Read More
Q&A: Answering Burning Questions about Biomarker Testing
Dr. Singhi speaks with us about the importance of biomarker testing and what you need to know to get the best lung cancer treatment. Read More
Revolutionary Drug Could Change COPD Treatment for the Better
Dr. Rojas-Quintero is researching how Metformin, a long-used diabetes drug, may be able to slow fibrosis in the lungs. Read More
If You Have Pneumonia and Antibiotics Didn't Work– Think Fungus
Valley fever, histoplasmosis and blastomycosis cause the same symptoms of pneumonia that you may experience from bacterial or viral pneumonia. Read More
