Obesity and asthma are both serious health problems that many people in the U.S. face. Unfortunately, many people have to ...

On behalf of millions of patients and consumers we represent across the United States who face serious and chronic health ...

Today, the U.S. Senate voted to pass three Congressional Review Act Resolutions of Disapproval that seek to block U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) waivers for cleaner cars and cleaner trucks ...

Learn More, Access Our New Resources and Take Action! This month, we’re supporting the 26.8 million people in the U.S. living ...

When you are diagnosed with COPD, it is important to remember that you are not alone. A healthcare team, which may include a ...

One reason pulmonary fibrosis often goes misdiagnosed is that symptoms of PF can be similar to symptoms of other lung diseases. Most people with PF develop symptoms between the ages of 50 and 70 years ...

In celebration of its 120th anniversary, the American Lung Association is joining with the American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) to announce the opening of applications for the CHEST/ALA ...

The bill will now go to the U.S. Senate for consideration. In response, American Lung Association President and CEO Harold Wimmer issued the following statement: “The House of Representatives’ ...

Pursed lip breathing is a technique that helps people living with asthma or COPD when they experience shortness of breath. Pursed lip breathing helps control shortness of breath, and provides a quick ...

Pulmonary fibrosis often gets worse over time. No one can predict how fast a patient's PF will progress. In some people, PF progresses very quickly while others live with the disease for many years.

Watch this American Lung Association video to learn the correct way to use your metered dose (MDI) asthma inhaler with a spacer.

This month, members of Congress in Washington, D.C., are working on a budget reconciliation bill, which currently includes devastating cuts to Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act and critical healthy ...