All in support of the American Lung Association’s efforts to save lives The American Lung Association in Texas is thrilled to announce that the Fight For Air Climb will be returning to Rice University Stadium on Saturday. WHO: Hundreds of climbers […]
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Houston Ranked 9th in Nation for Ozone Pollution; Report Reveals Nationwide Disparities for People of Color
American Lung Association 2023 “State of the Air” report highlights air quality in Houston and across the nation Houston was named one of the top 10 worst cities in the nation for ozone pollution, according to the American Lung Association’s […]
May 20: Hundreds to Climb Rice University Stadium for Lung Health
Lung Association event supports local efforts to end lung disease Media is asked to save the date for the American Lung Association in Texas’ Fight For Air Climb at Rice University Stadium on May 20. The annual event provides an […]
Houston Ranks 8th Nationwide: Zero- Emission Vehicles Would Prevent Thousands of Deaths, Generate $33 Billion in Public Health Benefits
New report details benefits of transition to zero-emission transportation and electricity for Houston metro residents The American Lung Association’s “Zeroing in on Healthy Air” report, released today, reveals that Houston-Fort Worth ranks 10th among the top 25 metro areas nationwide that would […]
New Campaign Educates Black Houstonians about Clinical Trials
Today, the American Lung Association in Texas announced the new Awareness, Trust and Action campaign, which aims to educate Black Americans in Houston about clinical trials and encourage them to speak with their healthcare provider. “When Black Americans enroll in […]
Local Healthcare, Distribution Leaders Join Lung Association Board
Today, the American Lung Association in Texas announced three new members to its Local Leadership Board of Directors. They will each serve a three year term. The new elected members are: Debbie DeMeo, COO of Kindred Hospitals Lance Jones, regional […]
New Report: Texas Youth Vaping, Flavored Tobacco Products Threaten Progress to Reduce Tobacco Use
New report reveals Texas tobacco control successes over past 20 years, and outlines path to end tobacco use and save lives The American Lung Association’s 20th annual “State of Tobacco Control” report, released today, finds that Texas earned failing grades on passing policies to […]
Texans Among Last in US to Treat Lung Cancer
“State of Lung Cancer” report examines toll of lung cancer in Texas, identifies opportunities to save lives The 2021 “State of Lung Cancer” report shows that Texas ranks almost last in the nation when it comes to treating lung cancer, surgery […]
Texas Air Still Failing
Ozone, particle pollution levels climb across Texas cities This year’s “State of the Air” report from the American Lung Association finds that Texas’s rankings were poorer for the most harmful and widespread types of air pollution: particle pollution and ozone. […]
5 Quit Smoking Tips for a New Year Resolution
Help for the 70% of smokers that report wanting to quit One of the most popular resolutions at the beginning of each year is the desire to quit smoking, with more than 70% of smokers reporting they want to quit. […]