Press Releases

On Monday, the Department of Health and Human Services published a document in the Federal Register announcing rescission to a long-standing policy that required HHS to conduct public notice and comment procedures on a wide range of agency action. Patient groups representing millions of people with serious health conditions issue the following statement:

Today, the American Lung Association released a new report, “Something in the Air: Nitrogen Dioxide and Community Health,” which examines the use of satellite data to evaluate the health impact of nitrogen dioxide (NO₂). NO₂ is a widespread but under-monitored and under-regulated air pollutant.

Today, the American Lung Association Research Institute announced that it has expanded its research into a universal influenza (flu) vaccine by awarding a $200,000 grant to Texas Biomedical Research Institute.

Early detection is essential when it comes to lung cancer, and early diagnosis can save lives. Today, the American Lung Association and the Ad Council are helping to address the nation’s leading cause of cancer deaths.