Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) hide in many consumer products like hair spray, lotions, and baby wash. Learn how to keep ...

Simple and effective strategies to keep the holiday season from derailing your progress to keep tobacco out of your life.

“We urge EPA to approve California’s remaining outstanding waivers and authorizations for other lifesaving clean air programs, allowing states to continue their long-standing commitment to air quality ...

The Jacksonville Climb is designed for every type of participant, from beginners to seasoned climbers. Participants determine their pace. With 734 stairs, 37 stories and incredible views from the top, ...

Three-quarters (77%) of Arizona voters want to continue policies that encourage a transition to clean energy such as wind and solar,” said JoAnna Strother, senior advocacy director for the American ...

Smoking remains the leading cause of lung cancer and radon exposure is the second leading cause. People who smoke who are also exposed to radon are at an even greater risk of lung cancer, so it is ...

Pulmonary fibrosis is a disease where there is scarring of the lungs—called fibrosis—which makes it difficult to breathe. This is because the scarring causes the tissues in the lungs to get thick and ...

Ozone air pollution, sometimes known as smog, is one of the most widespread pollutants in the United States. It is a powerful lung irritant. When inhaled into the lungs, it reacts with the delicate ...

Screening is a test used to detect lung cancer before any symptoms appear. Screening with low-dose CT (LDCT) scans can reduce deaths in those at high risk. The test is not recommended for everyone and ...

Today, the American Lung Association released its 2024 “State of Lung Cancer” report, which examines key indicators to highlight how the toll of lung cancer varies by state. Lung cancer is the leading ...

The American Lung Association calls for the following actions to be taken by North Carolina's elected officials to reduce tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke: Implement a comprehensive ...

"We often talk about outdoor air quality and resulting allergies, but most people don’t usually discuss the quality of the air in your home. The American Lung Association has partnered with Swiffer to ...