Press Releases

See the latest press releases and statements from the American Lung Association.

September 4, 2024

New Rule to Curb Emissions from Major Polluting Sources is an Important Step

August 27, 2024

With 1 in 10 High School Youth Using E-Cigarettes, New Campaign Empowers Parents to Start the Conversation Early to Protect Their Kids

Today, the American Lung Association and the Ad Council are launching a new national campaign to help parents of kids 10-14 years old understand that they‘re the best person to talk to their children about the dangers of vaping.

August 13, 2024

Cleveland’s 10th Annual Walk Returns to Metro Zoo on September 29

The Cleveland community is invited to the 10th annual LUNG FORCE Walk to support lifesaving research, local programs and advocacy for the 1.6 million people in Ohio suffering from lung disease.

August 12, 2024

Dozens of Health Organizations Urge EPA to Approve Lifesaving Clean Air Rules

Today, 65 health and medical organizations submitted comments to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) urging the agency to approve eight California clean air rules that are pending authorization.

August 7, 2024

American Lung Association Expands Research Grants; Opens Call for Research Applications

The American Lung Association Research Institute is seeking applications for its 2025-2026 Research Awards and Grants cycle, supporting the next generation of scientists, and accelerating transformative discoveries to prevent, detect and treat lung disease.

August 1, 2024

American Lung Association and Protect Environmental Expand National Partnership to Include Free Consumer Radon Testing in the Fight to Prevent Radon-induced Lung Cancer

August 1, 2024

New National Survey Shows Only 38% of People Are Aware of Lifesaving Lung Cancer Screening

Survey data released today reveals that only 38% of those surveyed were aware that lifesaving lung cancer screening is available for those at high risk.

July 31, 2024

Healthy Lungs, Healthy Students: Essential Back-To-School Tips from the American Lung Association

Millions of kids are heading back to classrooms and young adults are starting college for the 2024-2025 school year.

July 25, 2024

New CDC Study Shows More People Who Smoke Menthol Cigarettes Want to Quit, But Too Many Aren’t Getting Help

July 24, 2024

American Lung Association Honors Volunteer Christy Fischer with Prestigious Will Ross Medal

The American Lung Association proudly announces that Christy Fischer, a dedicated volunteer, has been awarded the esteemed Will Ross Medal for her outstanding accomplishments and impact in advancing the mission of the Association.
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