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.

Recent Articles

January 30, 2023 | Editorial Staff

Inside the Lung Health Cohort Research Study

We spoke with a study participant about her experience being involved in the first-ever millennial lung health study. Read More

Topics:
  • LUNG FORCE
  • Science
  • Espanol

November 21, 2022 | Editorial Staff

Applause for a Crop of Quitters

Strike up the them​​​​​e music, please, maestro. It’s time to induct a new crop of people who have quit smoking cigarettes into the Super Stoppers Club (SSC). Read More

Topics:
  • Tobacco & Smoking
  • Super Stoppers

November 16, 2022 | Editorial Staff

5 Important Facts Everyone Should Know About Lung Cancer

To help spread the word during Lung Cancer Awareness Month, with the help of Dr. Albert Rizzo, the American Lung Association’s Chief Medical Officer, here are some facts everyone should know about lung cancer. Read More

Topics:
  • Health & Wellness
  • LUNG FORCE

November 14, 2022 | Editorial Staff

Open Enrollment: Something for Everyone

Lung cancer survivors share how quality, affordable healthcare coverage saved their lives. Read More

Topics:
  • Impact
  • LUNG FORCE

November 11, 2022 | Editorial Staff

Veteran Continues to Pay it Forward, Even After Lung Cancer Diagnosis

It has always been important to Edward to serve his country and help others, which is why he spent 24 years in the Air Force. Read More

Topics:
  • Lung Force
  • Lung Cancer
  • LUNG FORCE

November 8, 2022 | Editorial Staff

Mission Moment November 2022

During November’s Lung Cancer Awareness Month, we are uniting the nation to stand together against lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. Read More

Topics:
  • Impact

November 3, 2022 | Editorial Staff

Addressing Health Disparities for Indigenous Communities

American Lung Association is partnering with Indigenous organizations and communities across the country to expand access to new resources and begin addressing these health disparities. Read More

Topics:
  • Diversity & Inclusion

November 1, 2022 | Editorial Staff

COPD and Pertussis: When a Cough Becomes Downright Dangerous

What you should know about being vaccinated against pertussis, commonly called whooping cough. Read More

Topics:
  • COPD
  • Health & Wellness

October 28, 2022 | Editorial Staff

Why Your Child Needs a Flu Vaccine

Dr. Juanita Mora answers questions about why your child needs a flu vaccine. Read More

Topics:
  • Health & Wellness
  • Influenza

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