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.
How Decades-Old Trains Are Harming Air Quality
Locomotives, a.k.a. the engines that power trains, are a leading source of harmful, lung-damaging air pollution. Read More
Learning to Manage COPD Medications After a New Diagnosis
Many people may have to balance these changes with existing health conditions or comorbidities, so they may be confused about managing multiple medications and understanding how they interact. Read More
Got Pests? Try this Chemical-Free Approach to Safely Get Rid of Them
Integrated Pest Management is an effective strategy to remove pests and their related pollutants from your home without harsh chemicals that can contaminate your indoor air. Read More
The Power of Prevention: How a CT Scan Saved One Woman's Life
Despite having no symptoms, Linda’s commitment to preventive care led to a life-saving lung cancer diagnosis. Learn why early screening matters. Read More
Think You Can’t Afford an Electric Car? Think Again.
Programs seek to reduce smog by replacing, retiring or repairing old, high-polluting cars. Read More
Study: Are Weight Loss Drugs Dangerous for People with Asthma?
Obesity and asthma are both serious health problems that many people in the U.S. face. Unfortunately, many people have to manage both at the same time. Read More
Pulmonary Function Testing Just Got Smarter
While it may sound a bit like a sequel to a zombie movie, z-scores are a new and improved way to measure the results of pulmonary function testing. Read More
Why We Need the Energy Star Program, Now More Than Ever
Since being established in 1992 by the EPA, the Energy Star program has delivered one of the greatest environmental, public health and consumer success stories in U.S. history. Read More
5 Tips to Help You Navigate a New COPD Diagnosis
Your quick and easy-to-use guide to living a full life with a chronic lung disease. Read More
Mission Moment May 2025
May is Asthma Awareness Month: Learn More, Access Our New Resources and Take Action! Read More
