American Lung Association in Western New York

06/15/2026

Far too many children are growing up with unhealthy air pollution. Nearly half of kids in the U.S. live in areas with failing air quality grades.
🚌 🚚 Transportation pollution is a major part of the problem. Clean vehicles are essential to cleaner air and healthier communities.
📝 Sign the petition: we need clean cars without delay! https://lung.quorum.us/campaign/VehiclePetitionEPA/

06/11/2026

If your diagnosis journey felt long and frustrating, you’re not alone. Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) is rare and often initially mistaken for other conditions. Click through to learn about PAH, visit Lung.org/PAH for resources, or speak to one of our experts at the Lung HelpLine by calling 1-800-LUNGUSA

06/09/2026

Dr. Christy Sadreameli, one of our national medical spokespeople wrote an op-ed on kids & air pollution.

"As I read the labels on foods, buckle my sons into their car seats, and put their helmets on before they jump onto scooters and bikes, I also check the air quality on my phone...But there is only so much I—or any parent—can do to protect my kids from air pollution. EPA must protect our air and value our kids’ health. All lungs, especially little lungs, are counting on it."

Nearly half of kids in the US are breathing unhealthy air; it's time for the EPA to return to its lifesaving mission of protecting their lungs.

06/03/2026

Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death in the United States. While to***co use continues to
be the primary risk factor, anyone with lungs can get lung cancer. Improving outcomes requires a comprehensive approach that strengthens research, prevention, screening, diagnosis and treatment.

Please join us by urging the senate to pass the Women and Lung Cancer Research Act by completing the form below.

Join us in telling Senators to pass the Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act

06/01/2026

Yesterday was World No To***co Day!

People with behavioral health conditions smoke at higher rates, but most want to quit, and cessation support during treatment improves long‑term recovery. Behavioral health providers play a critical role.

Explore the data and action steps: https://on.lung.org/3zMxUzz

05/27/2026

Respiratory infections can affect anyone — but some people are at higher risk for serious illness. Learn how to protect yourself with our FREE Infectious Respiratory Disease Basics course.

Learn about infectious respiratory diseases, prevention strategies, vaccination information and treatment options through this free, self-paced interactive module.

05/25/2026

Have a safe and Happy Memorial Day!

05/22/2026

Where do you see yourself Climbing in 2027? Drop a comment below or vote in our survey!

https://forms.office.com/r/xCbf5HgDUH

05/20/2026

Please take a moment to complete out 2026 Buffalo Climb event survey - By sharing what you thought of the event will help us create an even better Climb Day experience for you in 2027!

https://forms.office.com/r/dHmfSLsF13

05/20/2026

Attention runners and walkers! We are so excited to share that the 2026 Take a Breath for Life Foundation & American Lung Association's annual 5K and Kid's Fun Run will be held on Saturday, September 26. Registration is currently open at https://takeabreathforlife.lung.org/tab4l