American Lung Association NC

05/01/2026

You may think you know everything you need to know about asthma…

But for millions of people living with it, asthma is a chronic condition that can impact sleep, work, school and everyday life, often in ways you can’t see.

This Asthma Awareness Month, let’s learn the facts, debunk misinformation and support better breathing for all. 💙

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04/29/2026

Proud to see our Local Leadership Board Chair, Jodi Strong, and Danna Thompson, Director of Advocacy & Public Policy showing up at the NC State Capitol to stand up for kids and protect lung health across our state. 💙

04/22/2026

Today we release the American Lung Association’s 2026 “State of the Air” report, and the findings are clear: too many children - nearly half - are growing up breathing unhealthy air.

Despite decades of progress, 152 million people of all ages still live in areas with unhealthy levels of ozone or particle pollution. Recent EPA rollbacks will result in even more pollution in the air we breathe.

This Earth Day, join us in calling on EPA to protect the health of every child.

Read the full “State of the Air” report and see how your community scored: Lung.org/sota

04/14/2026

04/06/2026

Congratulations, Douglas, and thank you for your dedication and contribution to our mission! 💙👏

Dalton firefighter Douglas Kerns has once again carried his department's reputation to new heights, taking top honors in a race up the 51 floors of Charlotte, North Carolina's VUE tower in the American Lung Association's Fight For Air Climb. Kerns finished first among firefighters in the event, fini...

04/03/2026

From the bottom of our LUNGS, thank you for making the 13th Annual Charlotte Fight for Air Climb unforgettable. Together, we raised $80,000 and counting to support clean air and healthy lungs. 💙🫁

A huge thank you to every one of YOU who made this possible!!!
This climb was powered by an incredible community of climbers, supporters, volunteers, and sponsors. We are already looking forward to climbing together again next year!

Relive the Climb and download your photos from our Facebook photo album.

📸 Shout out to our photographers Gordon Howard, , and for capturing these powerful moments.