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.
Simple Breathing Exercises to Help You Manage Stress
We spoke with Jenna Zaffino, a certified health and wellness coach we partner with, about ways stress affects us and how we can interrupt this dangerous pattern. Read More
Holiday Scents and Lung Disease Triggers
As we enter this merry time of year, here are some of these holiday-related asthma and COPD triggers you need to be aware of and some practical solutions to keep you safe all season long. Read More
How Safe are Your Personal Care Products?
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) hide in many consumer products like hair spray, lotions, and baby wash. Learn how to keep you and your family safe. Read More
Tips to Stay Tobacco Free During the Holidays
Simple and effective strategies to keep the holiday season from derailing your progress to keep tobacco out of your life. Read More
Mission Moment December 2024
The American Lung Association recently recognized National Influenza Vaccination Week by joining leading health organizations in urging everyone ages 6 months and older to get a flu shot. Read More
How Methane Threatens Health on its Journey to Your Home
As the colder months settle in and we spend more time indoors, it’s crucial to recognize the unseen hazards that methane gas, often called “natural” gas, poses to our health and environment. Read More
Preparing for a Power Outage as a Medical Device User
Disasters are becoming more frequent and severe, bringing the risk of power outages that can disrupt lifesaving medical devices. Read More
Why I Walk: ‘Anyone Can Get Lung Cancer’
LUNG FORCE Hero Sharon tells her mother’s story and how it has spurred a passion for raising money for lung cancer research. Read More
Antivirals vs Antibiotics: What You Need to Know
Antivirals and antibiotics are both powerful medications that help your body fight infections. But many people don’t realize they are not interchangeable. Read More
How Pulmonary Hypertension Guidelines Improve Patient Care
The American Lung Association is making strides to increase early diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary hypertension through patient, caregiver and healthcare provider outreach. Read More
