Note to Editors: To download the report visit www.lung.org/copdinwomen Washington, D.C. (June 5, 2013)— Women are 37 percent more likely to have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) than men and now account for more than half of all deaths …
Statement of the American Lung Association Washington, D.C. (June 3, 2013)— The American Lung Association joins the nation in mourning the passing of Senator Frank Lautenberg (D-NJ), life-long lung health champion, and offers condolences to Senator …
Health Disparity Report Identifies Steps to Reduce this Deadly Disease Washington, D.C. (May 29, 2013)— WHAT: The American Lung Association is releasing its latest health disparity report, “Taking Her Breath Away: The Rise of COPD in Womenrdquo; which …
Washington, D.C. (May 22, 2013)— Rhinitis and sinusitis are common conditions among people with asthma, reported in more than 70 percent of asthmatics. As a result, many physicians have been treating chronic sinonasal disease in the hope that it would …
(May 20, 2013)— Washington, D.C. — Asthma has increased in prevalence and severity over the last several decades for unknown reasons. Researchers suggest that a person’s diet may impact asthma and that specific foods, such as soy, are likely to improve …
Groups recommend best practices and proven effective strategies for a comprehensive approach to asthma management in schools Washington, D.C. (May 15, 2013)— In the United States, more than 7 million children have asthma, and of the school absences caused …
Kicks off National Asthma Awareness Month Washington, D.C. (May 1, 2013)— As National Asthma Awareness Month commences, the American Lung Association today announced the launch of its national Asthma-Friendly Schools Initiative (AFSI) Champion Awards, …
Washington, D.C. (April 30, 2013)— WHAT: The American Lung Association and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are hosting an asthma Twitter chat as part of National Asthma Awareness Month. Participants will learn about ways to better …
Find out the State of Your Air Washington, D.C. (April 26, 2013)— WHAT: The American Lung Association is hosting a Twitter chat with air quality experts who will talk about the results of this year’s "State of the Air" report. Find out if the …
Editors’ Note: Trend charts and rankings for metropolitan areas and county grades are available at www.stateoftheair.org. Washington, D.C. (April 24, 2013)— [Embargoed Until: 12 a.m. (local time), April 24, 2013] The American Lung Association’s “State of …
Statement of the American Lung Association Washington, D.C. (April 19, 2013)— S. 772 is a sweetheart deal to a small number of cigar companies, attempting to strip the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of its authority to protect our kids and our …
Underscores need for HUD to make all multi-family housing smokefree Statement of Harold P. Wimmer, National President and CEO, American Lung Association Washington, D.C. (April 16, 2013)— "A new study published today in the American Journal of …
Washington, D.C. (April 15, 2013)— WHAT: The American Lung Association is releasing the results of its 14th annual “State of the Air” report, a national air quality “report card” that grades counties and ranks cities across the nation based on their scores …
Other Flavors Prohibited, But Not The One Most Victimizing Youth and Minorities Washington, D.C. (April 12, 2013)— Leading national public health advocates filed a Citizen Petition urging the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to prohibit the use of …
Washington, D.C. (April 11, 2013)— Harold P. Wimmer, National President and CEO of the American Lung Association, issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) decision to include lung cancer and interstitial …
Washington, D.C. (April 8, 2013)— The American Lung Association is partnering with WellPoint Inc. to support smokers in their efforts to quit for good through its “Quitter in You,” smoking cessation campaign that is designed to change the way people look …
American Lung Association Releases "A Penny for Prevention: The Case for Cleaner Gasoline and Vehicles" Washington, D.C. (April 4, 2013)— The American Lung Association’s latest report, “A Penny for Prevention: The Case for Cleaner Gasoline and …
Washington, D.C. (March 29, 2013)— Paul G. Billings, Senior Vice President of the American Lung Association, issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposal to establish new Cleaner Gasoline and …
New set of "tips" address additional lung-related health issues affecting millions in the U.S. Editor's Note: American Lung Association President and CEO Harold Wimmer released a video statement in support of the "Tips from Former …
Washington, D.C. (March 21, 2013)— The American Lung Association honored U.S. Senator Frank Lautenberg (D-NJ) today with its national Lung Health Champion Award for his unwavering leadership and commitment to the fight for healthy lungs and healthy air. …
