Breathing New Life into Lung Disease Research

We’ve launched the American Lung Association Research Institute to fund high-impact, lifesaving research and bring together the best scientific minds to address critical lung health challenges.

The Research Institute will increase our annual lung disease research investment to $25 million by 2030, while expanding collaboration and partnerships, and empowering scientists to accelerate discovery and innovation. Learn more.

A Nation’s Air Quality Divided

Our 24th annual ‘State of the Air’ report reveals growing disparities in exposure to air pollution and finds that 1 in 3 Americans are exposed to unhealthy levels of air pollution.

Learn more about the air quality where you live and across the U.S.:

• Air quality in your state
• Cleanest cities
• Most polluted cities

Webinar: Eating Well While Living with a Lung Disease

Wednesday, May 10, 3:30 p.m. CT

Featuring a registered dietician with over 10 years of experience working with patients with chronic lung diseases, this free webinar explores diet choices, foods to make you feel good, and nutrition that supports lung health. (45 minutes + time for your questions.) Register today.

Asthma Awareness, Advocacy Success & Patient Learning Opportunities

As we get ready for Asthma Awareness Month in May, we are also celebrating the success of LUNG FORCE Advocacy Day, while kicking off our spring LUNG FORCE Walk events. Read about these activities, plus new patient learning opportunities, in this month's Mission Moment.

Top Lung News:

= Preventing PAH Care that Runs off the Rails

= Why We Urgently Need Supplemental Oxygen Reform

= How Particle Pollution Can Trap Someone with Asthma

More Lung News

Mary Lou's Story – Early Warning Signs of COPD

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis, is a leading cause of disability and death in the United States. More than 12.5 million people have been diagnosed with COPD, but millions more may have the disease without even knowing it. Early diagnosis is key to treatment starting sooner. The Lung Association launched a campaign to educate Americans about the early warning signs of COPD. This educational campaign includes a video and online assessment. Learn more at Lung.org/COPD.

Important Changes to Medicaid and CHIP Coverage

On April 1, requirements to help patients keep their healthcare coverage ended. Consequently, more than 95 million currently enrolled in Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) will need to go through a renewal process over the next year. To help, we have resources at Lung.org/healthcare, including fact sheets in English and Spanish and a video featuring a lung cancer survivor.

Recognizing the Impact of Chronic Cough

In the United States, it is estimated that 5% of adults live with chronic cough, a cough lasting longer than eight weeks. For more information about the condition, visit The Cough Chronicles, an educational resource sponsored by Merck in collaboration with the Lung Association, Asthma and Allergy Foundation and Allergy & Asthma Network. Sponsored by Merck.

Understanding COPD with COPD Basics Course

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a leading cause of disability and death in the United States. While 12.5 million people have been diagnosed with COPD, millions more may have the disease without even knowing it. To improve care for people living with COPD, the American Lung Association launched COPD Basics, a free online course for people with COPD, their families and healthcare professionals.

We Need YOU! Share Your Story

We are looking for patients to tell their stories for an upcoming lung disease awareness project. Email [email protected] for more details.