American Lung Association Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on September 30, 2015 - 22:12 GMT

American Lung Association Announces New Research Funding Available Including New Award Focused on Lung Cancer in Women

Chicago, IL (August 25, 2015)— The American Lung Association, currently funding more than $6.49 million in groundbreaking research, continues its investment in lung health research, expecting to offer at least $6.5 million dollars in new grants in fiscal …

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Published on September 30, 2015 - 14:07 GMT

Is 50 Really the New 30? Your Immune System May Not Think So

Actor Tim Daly in partnership with the American Lung Association and Pfizer launches the WHO PNEU?™ Campaign – Urging adults 50 and older to know their Pneumococcal pneumonia risk Chicago, IL (September 30, 2015)— The American Lung Association in …

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Published on September 21, 2015 - 22:04 GMT

Updated U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Recommendation Will Mean More Smokers Get Help Quitting

USPSTF Updates ’A‘ Grade Chicago, IL (September 21, 2015)— The American Lung Association applauds the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) for updating the tobacco cessation recommendation. The update emphasizes that a comprehensive quit smoking …

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Published on September 17, 2015 - 03:53 GMT

American Strongly Favor Limits on Methane and Toxic Air Pollutionto Protect Health

Washington, DC (September 17, 2015)— Registered voters overwhelmingly support newly proposed standards to cut emissions of methane and other toxic chemicals from the oil and gas industry, according to a new poll released today by the American Lung …

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Published on September 16, 2015 - 22:53 GMT

American Lung Association Statement on FDA Order Stopping Sale of Four Cigarette Products

Chicago, IL (September 16, 2015)— The American Lung Association issued the following statement after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) halted the sale of four types of cigarette products: Camel Crush Bold, Pall Mall Deep Set Recessed Filter, Pall …

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Published on September 16, 2015 - 16:13 GMT

American Lung Association Releases New Case Study Highlighting Maine’s Victory in Expanding Tobacco Cessation Coverage

“Comprehensive Medicaid Tobacco Cessation Coverage in Maine: A Case Study in Legislative Action to Improve Health” Now Available Contact: Kathleen O’Neill, koneill@LungNE.org; 518.545.5045 OR Allison MacMunn, Media@Lung.org; 312.801.7628 AUGUSTA, ME ( …

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Published on September 9, 2015 - 15:15 GMT

New Poll Shows Overwhelming Public Support for Stricter Smog Standards, Despite Millions Spent by Opposition

Washington, DC (September 9, 2015)— Voters across the country overwhelmingly support the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) updating standards to place stricter limits on smog pollution in the air they breathe, according to data released today from a …

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Published on September 8, 2015 - 16:28 GMT

SAVE THE DATE: SEPTEMBER 9th TELEBRIEFING

Lung Association to Release New Poll on Attitudes toward Stricter Smog Standards (September 8, 2015)— WHAT: On Wednesday, September 9, 2015, the American Lung Association will release the findings of a new national poll of American voters’ attitudes toward …

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Published on September 3, 2015 - 13:10 GMT

American Lung Association Statement on Anniversary of CVS Health Bold Public Health Move to End Sales of Tobacco Products

Chicago, IL (September 3, 2015)— Today marks the one-year anniversary of CVS Health’s removal of all tobacco products from the shelves in its nearly 8,000 CVS/pharmacy locations. "The American Lung Association is committed to ending the tobacco …

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Published on August 25, 2015 - 16:26 GMT

American Lung Association Announces New Research Funding Available Including New Award to Cure Lung Cancer in Women

Chicago, IL (August 25, 2015)— The American Lung Association, currently funding more than $6.49 million in groundbreaking research, continues its investment in lung health research, expecting to offer at least $6.5 million dollars in new grants in fiscal …

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Published on August 18, 2015 - 22:41 GMT

Lung Association Applauds Proposed Standards to Limit Oil and Gas Pollution

Clean air protection will limit industrial methane and toxic pollution, protecting public health Washington, D.C. (August 18, 2015)— Today, in response to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed standards to limit methane pollution …

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Published on August 18, 2015 - 14:09 GMT

Vaccinations Not Just for Kids, Says American Lung Association, Adults Urged to Consider Immunization Against Deadly Flu, ...

CHICAGO (August 18, 2015)— August is National Immunization Awareness Month, and the American Lung Association reminds older Americans that children aren’t the only ones who can receive vaccinations to help prevent disease - adults should be mindful of …

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Published on August 3, 2015 - 19:11 GMT

Lung Association Applauds Clean Power Plan for Its Health Benefits

Robust plan to limit carbon pollution will save lives, protect public health WASHINGTON, D.C. (August 3, 2015)— Harold P. Wimmer, National President and CEO of the American Lung Association, issued the following statement in response to the Clean Power …

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Published on August 3, 2015 - 15:16 GMT

Lung Association Responds to Clean Power Plan Health Benefits Announced by White House

Washington, D.C. (August 2, 2015)— In response to new White House factsheet that estimates the health benefits from the U.S. EPA's final Clean Power Plan, Harold P. Wimmer, National President and CEO of the American Lung Association, made the following …

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Published on July 30, 2015 - 17:50 GMT

Dr. Albert A. Rizzo Honored with 2015 Will Ross Medal, the American Lung Association’s Highest Honor

CHICAGO (July 30, 2015)— The American Lung Association recognized the outstanding volunteer work of Albert A. Rizzo, M.D., with the Will Ross Medal during the Lung Association's annual National Volunteer and Staff Awards Ceremony in Chicago, Illinois. …

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Published on July 29, 2015 - 18:05 GMT

American Lung Association Honors Excellence with 2015 Annual Volunteer and Staff Awards

EDITORS NOTE: Please note local interest, and find more details about the awards and this year’s winners here:http://www.lung.org/about-us/our-impact/top-stories/honoring-excellence-volunteer-staff-awards.html Chicago, IL (July 29, 2015)— The lifesaving …

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Published on July 29, 2015 - 14:41 GMT

Lung Association Responds to Clean Power Plan Press Reports

WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 29, 2015)— In response to press reports previewing the U.S. EPA’s Clean Power Plan, Harold P. Wimmer, National President and CEO of the American Lung Association made the following statement: “Breathing is essential to life, and …

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Published on July 28, 2015 - 18:52 GMT

It Takes a Village to Raise a Child and Manage Their Asthma, Lung Association Shares Tips to Build Community of Asthma Advocates

CHICAGO (July 28, 2015)— Controlling even the most severe asthma is possible with the right treatment and management plan in place, as well as a trained support network. The responsibility for caring for a child with asthma shouldn't fall on the family …

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Published on July 24, 2015 - 20:18 GMT

Health and Climate Experts to Hold Telebriefing Ahead of Expected Clean Power Plan Finalization

(July 24, 2015)— ***MEDIA ADVISORY*** JULY 28 TELEBRIEFING HEALTH AND CLIMATE EXPERTS TO HOLD TELEBRIEFING AHEAD OF EXPECTED CLEAN POWER PLAN FINALIZATION WHAT: Last month, the U.S. Surgeon General, Vice Admiral Vivek H. Murthy, told health leaders …

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Published on July 22, 2015 - 19:15 GMT

American Lung Association Honors Wendy Sparks with 2015 Volunteer Excellence Award

Chicago, IL (July 21, 2015)— On June 26, the American Lung Association recognized the outstanding volunteer work of Wendy L. Sparks with its Volunteer Excellence Award. The award was presented during the Lung Association’s annual Volunteer and Staff Awards …

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