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PENNSYLVANIA — The American Lung Association in Pennsylvania has announced the start of its 2023-2024 research awards and grants cycle. The organization is now accepting research grant applications from researchers …
American Lung Association PA: Lung Disease Research Grants Available Now Read More
Despite lung cancer being the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, a new survey shows that many Americans are unaware of their risk for the disease and …
Only 40% of Americans Concerned About Lung Cancer: Survey Shows Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Alliance for Hispanic Health (NAHH), a Hispanic health advocacy group in the United States, is calling on the FDA to ban menthol and all flavored …
Hispanic Health Group Calls on FDA to Ban Menthol and Flavored Cigars Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Along with hitting the gym more often and starting a diet, quitting smoking tops many New Year’s resolution lists. Quitting tobacco isn’t easy, but 50 million ex-smokers …
Lung Association Tips to Begin Your Journey to a Tobacco-Free 2022 Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Communities that Care of Greater Downingtown announced the recent release of its new podcast series, Parent to Parent: Real Life Tips to Raise Resilient Kids.
Communities that Care of Greater Downingtown Launches New Parent Podcast Series Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs is encouraging Veterans to talk to their health care providers about smoking cessation programs to help them quit, as cigarette use continues …
Smoking Rates Steadily Trend Down Among Veterans Receiving VA Care Read More HARRISBURG, PA — This month marks one year since Pennsylvania casinos reopened as smoke-free during the pandemic, protecting the lung health of both patrons and hospitality workers.
Lung Association Urges Pennsylvania Lawmakers to Permanently Close Smoking Loophole Read More HARRISBURG, PA — On Tuesday, May 4, the American Lung Association in Pennsylvania will virtually host hundreds of youth and adult lung health and tobacco control advocates from TRU (Tobacco Resistance …
Lung Health Advocates to Rally State Legislators to Support Funding for Lifesaving Tobacco Cessation and Prevention Programs Read More