American Lung Association in North Carolina

01/26/2022

Today, we released our 20th annual “State of To***co Control” report, which evaluates the progress and failures of the states and federal government to prevent and reduce to***co use. Did North Carolina make the grade? Find out: Lung.org/sotc

01/20/2022

Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos shared his insights on how COVID-19 treatment has changed over the last two years and what we can anticipate for the future on our blog:

COVID-19 is now a household phrase but remember that it didn’t even have a name two years ago, being a disease never before seen in humans. Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos shared his insights on how COVID-19 treatment has changed over the last two years and what we can anticipate for the future.

01/17/2022

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said, “Life’s most pertinent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” As a national day of service, today is an opportunity to practice civil responsibility and we encourage you to honor his memory by volunteering and serving those in your community. Visit MLKDay.gov to learn how you can start helping others on and beyond!

01/12/2022

It's nearing the end of the work day, but don't forget there's still time to get out there and CLIMB a few stairs as TODAY is National Take the Stairs Day. Feel inspired by Lung Association's Leadership Board member, Markus Hill and his son, Jonathan as they share their story about their battle with asthma with Spectrum News 1 North Carolina https://on.lung.org/34yQ7UT

You can also sign up for the Fight for Air Climb.

01/12/2022

TODAY is National Take the Stairs Day! Improve your lung health by skipping the elevator and climbing some stairs. Make sure to take some pictures on the stairs and tag us on social. Be sure to register for the Charlotte Fight for Air Climb on March 26 AND check out Jennifer Hall, our Executive Director on Wilson's World with WCCB Charlotte's CW! https://on.lung.org/3rbVIZ9

Wednesday is National Take the Stairs Day, Wilson's World is previewing it with the American Lung Association

12/28/2021

Did you know that Native Americans are 2.2x times more likely to die from COVID-19 compared to white Americans? This is just one example of the frustrating inequalities in healthcare for Native Americans. Lynn Valbuena, chairperson of the Tribal Alliance of Sovereign Indian Nations, shares her thoughts on the topic on our blog: https://on.lung.org/3suHZ1V

12/28/2021

2021 was one for the books! Before we ring in the new year, here is a look at some of the topics that dominated this year, and how we sought to provide you with the information you needed to keep yourself happy and healthy: https://on.lung.org/3e4o69c

12/23/2021

Wishing you and your family a safe, healthy, and happy holiday season!

12/21/2021

Happy Holidays! Over the past 12-years, more than 28,000 firefighters and first responders have advocated and raised more than $4.8 million at our Fight For Air Climbs. Join them by becoming a monthly donor and, for a limited time, receive a FREE 2022 Fight For Air Climb Firefighter Calendar! https://bit.ly/33u6QYZ

12/15/2021

Each year the sends out Christmas seals to help make your holidays merry and bright! This year, we are highlighting the inspirational story behind one of the most iconic images on our blog. Read about how she came to be featured and how she continues to advocate for lung health: https://on.lung.org/3rFPKBD

12/14/2021

The holidays are here, it takes around two weeks to build immunity to the flu after receiving your flu shot. Get vaccinated to protect yourself, your loved ones and your community. Check out our Flu Shot Finder:

The HealthMap Vaccine Finder provides information on where to find flu vaccinations.

12/09/2021

"A lot of media coverage seems to focus on the impacts that the port backlog will have on holiday shopping, but very little is noted about the gift that clean air would truly be in communities near the ports.” Dr. Afif El-Hasan shares his views on the port pollution problem on our blog: https://on.lung.org/3DPgL8J