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

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 ...

On behalf of millions of patients and consumers we represent across the United States who face serious and chronic health conditions, our organizations urge Congress to oppose cuts that will terminate ...

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

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’ ...

Particle pollution, also called “particulate matter” or “soot,” refers to a mix of tiny solid and liquid particles that are in the air we breathe. Ever look at dirty tailpipe exhaust or notice a haze ...

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics. CDC Wonder On-line Database, compiled from Underlying Cause of Death 1999-2021, 2023. Death rates are per 100,000 ...

Lung cancer radiation therapy uses powerful, high-energy X-rays to kill cancer cells or keep them from growing. Radiation may come from outside the body (external) or from radioactive materials placed ...

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 ...

ALK-positive lung cancer patient, Lisa, shares what she would tell a newly diagnosed ALK-lung cancer patient. Dr. Ross Camidge explains how a lung cancer patient knows if they have ALK-positive lung ...