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Chicago & Oakbrook Fight For Air Climbs

Join us at one OR both of the Chicagoland Fight For Air Climbs in 2024. Climb with us indoors at Oakbrook Terrace Tower and/or outdoors at Soldier Field!

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Illinois Radon Poster Contest

The Illinois Poster Contest is held each year to spread awareness of the dangerous gas radon. The Illinois Radon Poster Contest is made possible through a partnership with the EPA and Illinois Emergency Management Agency.

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Illinois Radon Video Contest

The Illinois Rado​n Video Contest is held each year to spread awareness of the dangerous gas radon. The Illinois Radon Video Contest is made possible through a partnership with the U.S. EPA and Illinois Emergency Management Agency.

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Illinois Smokefree Housing

According to the U.S. Surgeon General, there is no safe level of secondhand smoke exposure. Eliminating indoor smoking is the only way to protect nonsmokers from the harmful effects of tobacco smoke.

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Radon in Illinois

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Tobacco Free Parks

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See the latest press releases and statements from the American Lung Association about Illinois.

 

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01 Jan

Asthma Educator Institute

Jan 01, 0001

The American Lung Association’s Asthma Educator Institute™ (AEI) is a preparatory course for individuals that want to implement asthma guidelines-based care and those qualified to take the National Asthma Educator Certification Board (NAECB) examination.
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01 Jan

Better Breather Club - Olney, IL | Olney, IL

Jan 01, 0001

This Better Breathers Club will be held on the first Wednesday of the month at the Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in the Heim Room in Olney. All Club sessions will run from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM.
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01 Jan

Better Breathers Club - Elk Grove, IL | Elk Grove Village, IL

Jan 01, 0001

Living with a chronic lung disease can be easier. Better Breathers Clubs are welcoming support groups for individuals with chronic lung disease and their caregivers. Learn better ways to cope with conditions such as COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, and asthma while getting the support of others in similar situations. Led by a trained facilitator, these in-person adult support groups give you the tools you need to live the best quality of life you can.
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01 Jan

Better Breathers Club - Lansing, IL | Lansing, IL

Jan 01, 0001

Living with a chronic lung disease can be easier. Better Breathers Clubs are welcoming support groups for individuals with chronic lung disease and their caregivers. Learn better ways to cope with conditions such as COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, and asthma while getting the support of others in similar situations. Led by a trained facilitator, these in-person adult support groups give you the tools you need to live the best quality of life you can.
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01 Jan

Better Breathers Club - Mattoon, IL | Mattoon, IL

Jan 01, 0001

Living with a chronic lung disease can be easier. Better Breathers Clubs are welcoming support groups for individuals with chronic lung disease and their caregivers. Learn better ways to cope with conditions such as COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, and asthma while getting the support of others in similar situations. Led by a trained facilitator, these in-person adult support groups give you the tools you need to live the best quality of life you can.
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01 Jan

Better Breathers Club - Park Ridge, IL | Niles, IL

Jan 01, 0001

Living with a chronic lung disease can be easier. Better Breathers Clubs are welcoming support groups for individuals with chronic lung disease and their caregivers. Learn better ways to cope with conditions such as COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, and asthma while getting the support of others in similar situations. Led by a trained facilitator, these in-person adult support groups give you the tools you need to live the best quality of life you can.
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01 Jan

Better Breathers Club - Urbana, IL | Urbana, IL

Jan 01, 0001

Living with a chronic lung disease can be easier. Better Breathers Clubs are welcoming support groups for individuals with chronic lung disease and their caregivers. Learn better ways to cope with conditions such as COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, and asthma while getting the support of others in similar situations. Led by a trained facilitator, these in-person adult support groups give you the tools you need to live the best quality of life you can.
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17 Oct

COPD Educator Course

Oct 17, 2024

The COPD Educator Course is a 14-hour professional education course that provides continuing education credit and a thorough overview of COPD information.
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20 Oct

LUNG FORCE Walk - Chicago, IL | Wheaton, IL

Oct 20, 2024

Together, we are one mighty LUNG FORCE, united in hope and courage to achieve a world without lung cancer and lung disease.
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09 Mar

Fight For Air Climb - Oakbrook Terrace, IL | Oakbrook Terrace, IL

Mar 09, 2025

Our Fight For Air Climb is designed for every type of climber, from beginners to competitive climbers. How you climb is up to you: race to the top or take it at your own speed.
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Freedom From Smoking Clinic - Parma, OH
Parma, OH | Aug 20, 2024 LUNG FORCE Walk - Cleveland, OH
Cleveland, OH | Sep 29, 2024
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