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A cough. Multiple appointments. Months of uncertainty.
For Kirah, cancer wasn't even on her radar until she received the stage 4 lung cancer diagnosis.
This #LungCancerAwarenessMonth, let's challenge the stigma: anyone can get lung cancer.
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"I thought only people who smoked could get lung cancer."
After being diagnosed with lung cancer, Kirah learned that it can affect people with or without a smoking history.
Read her story and help raise awareness this #LungCancerAwarenessMonth: on.lung.org/4y3LgDa
Kirah was young, active, and never imagined being diagnosed with lung cancer.. After months of searching for answers, a biopsy revealed stage 4 lung cancer.
This #LungCancerAwarenessMonth, her story reminds us that anyone can get lung cancer.
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Join us for a webinar on Best Practices for Radon Test Kit Distribution Programs. Public health professionals, community partners and program administrators will gain practical insights to help enhance radon test kit utilization and support mitigation. on.lung.org/4ytN7CA
More than 16 million Americans are diagnosed with COPD. This #COPDAwarenessMonth, we’re raising awareness about how talking to your healthcare provider when early symptoms occur can make a big difference. Lung.org/COPD
Our 2026 Lung Health Barometer found that only 33% of adults are familiar with lifesaving lung cancer screening. If you or someone you love may be at risk, learn about screening eligibility & talk with a healthcare provider. lung.org/barometer #LungCancerAwarenessMonth
EPA is proposing to abandon its responsibility to control carbon pollution from power plants. The agency is wiping away carbon pollution controls & proposing to get rid of past & future rules. Urge EPA to protect our health and drop this deadly proposal: on.lung.org/4i6lGHY
The American Lung Association, in partnership with Airgle, is working to educate communities and support cleaner air in schools where children, educators and families need it most. Clean air isn’t optional; it’s essential.
“It could be you could be your next-door neighbor. It could be, you know, the Pope,” said Steven Riddle, the Executive Director of the Gulf Coast American Lung Association. They are hosting its 4th annual Gulf Coast Bike Trek Saturday. bit.ly/47TXcwK
The future of lung imaging starts with collaboration. Join us Nov. 12-13 for the 22nd Quantitative Imaging Workshop. Connect with leaders advancing research and innovation in lung health. Register today: qiworkshop.com #QIW2026
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Lung cancer remains far too common. Wishing Pope Leo a full recovery. His experience is a reminder to know your risk, understand your family history, and get screened if eligible.
Early detection saves lives.
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Today is Children's Environmental Health Day! Thanks for being a part of the movement building a healthier future for all kids 💚
Join us at cehday.org #CEHday
It's #NationalChildHealthDay 💙 The American Lung Association supports improving care for kids with asthma! 🫁 #ForKidsHealth @chawisconsin
On #WorldOxygenDay, we’re recognizing the 1.5 million people who rely on supplemental oxygen every day. People like Skip deserve access to the equipment they need to live their lives. 💙 Tell Congress to pass the SOAR Act this year: lung.quorum.us/campaign/SOAR…
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is holding a hearing on their proposed repeal of greenhouse gas standards for power plants. Several members of our staff are testifying in opposition to this proposal.
Liz Scott: "EPA saying that reducing carbon emissions wouldn't have an impact on climate change is contrary to the conclusions drawn by scientists, researchers and experts in the field of climate change."
Tiffany Nichols: "Our #StateOfTheAir Report continues to show that millions of Americans are exposed to unhealthy levels of ozone and particle pollution... Climate-driven increases in extreme heat, wildfire smoke and air pollution are threatening lung health across the country."
Diana Van Vleet: "Summers have become awful... My children can’t go out to play most summer days. In addition to the heat & bad air quality, ticks are popping up everywhere. I did not let my children play in the woods, which was one of the things I loved most growing up."