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 of all fitness levels, families, and corporate teams from across Texas are expected to participate in this annual event, which is designed for every type of climber, from beginners to competitive climbers. WHAT: This year, the […]
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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 2023 “State of the Air” report, which was released today. The Lung Association’s 24th annual “State of the Air” report grades Americans’ exposure to unhealthy levels of ground-level ozone air pollution, annual particle pollution and short-term […]
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 opportunity for engaging video, photos and interviews with participants who suffer from lung disease and climb thousands of steps to help end lung disease. WHO: The Fight For Air Climb is designed for every type of […]
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 benefit from the transition to vehicles powered by clean electricity generation. The switch would generate $33.4 billion in public health benefits and prevent 3,000 premature deaths, 130,000 asthma attacks and 568,000 lost workdays for Houston […]
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 clinical trials they can benefit from the latest science and treatments and researchers can learn about how lung cancer treatments work in different people,” said Charlotte J. Maffia, executive director at the Lung Association. “Unfortunately, […]
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 marketing director of United Healthcare Chanique Williams, partner of Williams 6 Distribution The Lung Association’s Local Leadership Board of Directors, which has 19 members, helps lead the organization in its mission to save lives by improving […]
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 reduce and prevent tobacco use, including e-cigarettes. The “State of Tobacco Control” report evaluates state and federal policymakers on actions taken to eliminate tobacco use, the nation’s leading cause of preventable death. The report also […]
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 and screening for lung cancer. The American Lung Association’s 4th annual report, released today, highlights how the toll of lung cancer varies by state and examines key indicators throughout the U.S. including: new cases, survival, early […]
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. While there were some bright spots with cities in the Rio Grande Valley as well as Corpus Christi seeing zero unhealthy ozone days, Houston and Dallas metro areas continue to have unhealthy levels of pollution […]
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. Smoking is a risk factor for severe illness from COVID-19, which makes 2021 an even more opportune time to begin the journey to quitting. With the help of the American Lung Association, more than a […]