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.
From Measles to Flu: How Vaccines Help Prevent Pneumonia and Respiratory Illnesses
It doesn’t always receive the same attention as the flu, COVID-19, RSV or measles, but pneumonia can be serious and even life threatening, causing over 1.4 million emergency room visits and more than 40,000 deaths annually. Read More
EPA Stopped Counting Health Costs – But We Haven’t
Our forthcoming brief, built on a new analysis from a partner organization, will explain how EPA's air pollution rollbacks and rule changes will cost thousands of lives and millions of dollars. Read More
Fungal Disease Awareness Week: When a Lung Infection Isn't What You Think
Every year in September, Fungal Disease Awareness Week shines a spotlight on an often-overlooked health issue: serious fungal infections that can affect the lungs and are frequently mistaken for other illnesses. Read More
Mission Moment – September 2026
Last month, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized the marketing of 11 ZYN ULTRA nicotine pouch products, with most either mint or menthol flavored and containing 9 or 11 mg of nicotine per pouch. Read More
Asthma Peak Week Is Coming: How Parents Can Prepare Now
Dr. Eidelman offers expert advice about what parents should know before sending their child with asthma back to school. Read More
How Finding a Lung Specialist Changed My Life
Why seeing a specialist when you have bronchiectasis makes a difference. Read More
Is Your Work Affecting Your Lung Health?
See how an occupational and environmental medicine specialist can help you understand your symptoms and recommend ways to reduce exposures in your workplace. Read More
Three Ways a Pulmonary Fibrosis Lung Health Navigator Can Support You
In July 2025, the Lung Association, with support from the Feldman Family Foundation, launched the Pulmonary Fibrosis Lung Health Navigator program. Read More
Why Children's Lung Health Needs a Pediatric Pulmonologist
Learn how pediatric pulmonologists are specifically trained to address children’s lung health needs. Read More
Protecting Your Lungs from the Toxic Effects of Wildfire Smoke
A doctor and patient share what they do to avoid permanent health effects from wildfire smoke. Read More
