Poor air quality can cause asthma flare-ups, unwanted absences, and even make it harder for students to concentrate and do well on tests. One of the major factors that can put individuals at risk is ...

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She initially joined the tobacco-free advocates club in middle school on a whim, but it would soon become a passion.

American Lung Association’s “State of Tobacco Control” report releases Alabama grades for tobacco control policies, outlines steps to reduce burden of tobacco ...

Treatment for pulmonary fibrosis is aimed at slowing the course of the disease, relieving symptoms and helping you stay active and healthy. See the common types of PF treatment, including medications, ...

A diagnosis of chronic cough can be both confirming and frustrating. It is a relief to know that the cause of the symptoms you have experienced for so long can be identified and treated. But that ...

E-cigarettes can contain nicotine, propylene glycol, flavorings and other chemicals. Here are some of the toxic ingredients found in e-cigarettes.

Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is the most common type of pulmonary fibrosis. While IPF has no known cause, there are other factors that can cause or increase your risk for PF.

American Lung Association’s “State of Tobacco Control” report releases Kansas grades for tobacco control policies, outlines steps to reduce burden of tobacco ...

American Lung Association’s “State of Tobacco Control” report releases Colorado grades for tobacco control policies, outlines steps to reduce burden of tobacco ...

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) and other federal laws and rules require most health insurance plans in the U.S. to cover some level of tobacco cessation treatments. The following chart gives details of ...

For some of the key victories and milestones in the American Lung Association's efforts to reduce tobacco use, see our Tobacco Control Timeline.