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
Understanding the Impact of Federal Cuts to mRNA Vaccine Research
Last month, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) cancelled $500 million in funding for mRNA vaccine research and development. This decision will have devastating consequences. Read More
Understanding the Link Between Diabetes, Obesity and Severe Viral Infections
Dr. Berdnikovs’ newest study looks to better understand major health issues. Read More
Protecting Yourself This Respiratory Virus Season
Many respiratory viruses circulate in the fall and winter seasons causing illness of varying severity across the United States. Three common viruses include flu, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) and COVID-19. Read More
Celebrating Women at the Forefront of Lung Health Discovery
The Lung Association is celebrating its 120th anniversary, and its success in advancing our mission of research, advocacy and education would not be possible without the many women pushing boundaries to fight against lung disease. Read More
Finding Support When Living with Long COVID
Long COVID, also known as long-haul COVID and chronic COVID, is a condition that causes ongoing, returning or new symptoms after having the SARS-CoV-2 infection that causes COVID-19. In 2022, 6.9% of adults had Long COVID according to the CDC. Read More
Investing in Tomorrow: Meet Three Rising Stars in Lung Research
This year, 129 projects were funded through the Lung Association Research Institute. Let’s take a look at the work of three promising researchers we funded. Read More
Debunking Myths About Insurance Coverage for COVID-19 Vaccines
Learn more about updated COVID-19 vaccines and how they can help protect our lung health. Read More
Meet Two Women Making a Difference in Lung Health Research
Dr. Bose and Dr. Loeb explain their research and what it is like to be a woman in a male dominated field. Read More
Testing for and Treating COVID-19: Steps to Take if You’re at High-Risk
The American Lung Association provides you with the information you need to know to help protect yourself and others from severe illness from COVID-19 this virus season. Read More
