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 Steps to Prevent Respiratory Illness This Season
As the colder weather months begin, respiratory viruses like the common cold, the flu, RSV and COVID-19, become more prevalent. Read More
Fueling Your Lungs: How Nutrition Supports Chronic Lung Disease Management
Nutrition is more than just calories, carbohydrates and protein; it can be a powerful tool in managing lung disease and improving your quality of life. Read More
Living with LAM: Jayde’s Story of Strength
Jayde’s world turned upside down at just 18, when she went from being an active young adult to suddenly struggling to breathe. Read More
How EPA’s New Rollbacks Could Fuel Toxic Pollution Nationwide
EPA is working on repealing major air‑pollution rules for fossil‑fuel power plants, including weakening protections against mercury and other toxic emissions. Read More
Protecting Phoenix Children and Families from Unhealthy Air
Dr. Vazquez explains a pilot program aimed at helping children with asthma. Read More
From Trauma to Triumph: Ava Discovers Strength in Supportive Quit Community
Ava shares how Freedom From Smoking helped her quit after 40 years of dependence. Read More
Mission Moment February 2026
American Lung Association Joins Health Associations in Opposition to EPA’s Repeal of Endangerment Finding Read More
Competing in the Cold: Winter Olympians Hidden Challenge
Winter Olympians face a number of challenges as they chase Olympic gold. Read More
Nicotine Pouches and Vaping: How to Protect Your Teen
Afif El-Hasan, MD, talks to us about common nicotine pouches and vaping misconceptions and how to protect your teen. Read More
Will Offering a Blood Test to Detect Lung Cancer Improve Screening Rates?
Dr. Melinda Aldrich wants to boost screening rates to catch lung cancer earlier when it is more treatable. Read More
