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Cost Analysis of SMART Therapy to Improve Asthma Outcomes

National asthma guidelines published in 2020 recommend that most patients with moderate-to-severe asthma would benefit from using one... 20 hours ago

American Lung Association | 2025-03-07 16:06:03

Debunking Some of the Most Common Electric Vehicle Myths

Gas-powered vehicles are a major source of air pollution and greenhouse gases that drive climate change. Switching to electric vehicles is... 2 days ago

American Lung Association | 2025-03-06 12:06:03

Why I Climb: Heather E. Honors Family Members Living with Lung Disease

Heather E. will soon participate in her seventh Fight For Air Climb in Orlando. And this year, more than ever, it's personal. 19 hours ago

American Lung Association | 2025-03-03 17:06:04

Answering Patient Pneumococcal Pneumonia Vaccination Questions

Experts answer their patients' questions and offer advice for other doctors to help increase vaccination rates. 8 hours ago

American Lung Association | 2025-02-25 16:06:04

Tragedy Inspires Teen to Champion for a Tobacco-Free Future

Amyrah M. lost her mother to lung cancer. Today, she is educating her peers on the dangers of tobacco use. 21 hours ago

American Lung Association | 2025-02-21 15:06:04

Pneumonia and Flu: Understanding the Link Between Respiratory Illnesses

It is now peak season for respiratory illnesses, and it feels like everyone is fighting flu symptoms. In fact, the CDC estimates that there... 1 day ago

American Lung Association | 2025-02-20 00:06:04

Mission Moment February 2025

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting at least 24 million flu illnesses this season,... 5 hours ago

American Lung Association | 2025-02-17 19:06:04

New Study May Lead to More Personalizing Lung Cancer Treatments

Dr. Milica Momcilovic's research suggests estrogen may play a role in Lung squamous cell carcinoma resistance. 8 hours ago

American Lung Association | 2025-02-12 16:06:04

Protecting Your Health After a Wildfire

As Los Angeles area residents return to their homes in the aftermath of the devastating wildfires, the process of clean up can be... 2 days ago

American Lung Association | 2025-02-08 12:06:04