American Lung Association in West Virginia

Help lung cancer patients and caregivers breathe a sigh of relief by becoming a lung cancer mentor.

We're proud partners with Imerman Angels to grow connections and support for those experiencing lung cancer and their caregivers. 💙 Learn more and sign up at Lung.org/cancer-mentor

Are you or a loved one living with lung disease? If so, we invite you to join our new Patient & Caregiver Network (PCN).

The PCN is a patient-centric community that connects people living with lung diseases like COPD, asthma, pulmonary fibrosis and lung cancer, and their caregivers with peers across the country.

To find out more or to join, visit Lung.org/PCN.

Wondering what you should do if you find the cost of your medication has become unaffordable? We have a few suggestions:

What Should I Do If I Can’t Afford My Medications? Anyone with a chronic lung disease knows how important it is to take your medication as directed. But rising prices and insurance coverage changes mean some patients are struggling to fit prescribed medications into their budget.

Exhaust particles, pollen, ozone levels and wildfire smoke are all contributors to asthma attacks that spike during the summertime. Read more on how rising temps contribute to inflammation in your airways and how you can ease your breathing:

How Climate Change Is Punishing Asthma Sufferers A warmer world puts greater strain on already-struggling lungs.

Asthma Basics teaches participants to:
- Recognize and manage triggers
- Understand the value of an asthma action plan
- Recognize and respond to a breathing emergency

Sign up for our free online course and learn more about recognizing and managing asthma: Lung.org/AsthmaBasics

🌤️Breathe easy during heat waves! ☀️ Did you know that high temperatures can increase the formation of harmful air pollutants? Take action to reduce your exposure and protect your lungs. Explore our resources on air quality to stay informed: https://on.lung.org/3ibLXav

The year’s State of the Air report showed that more people were impacted by dangerous air quality days than ever before in the history of the report. Learn more about how this trend may worsen due to wildfires and what you can do to keep your family safe:

What Our “State of the Air” Report Reveals About How Wildfires Are Worsening Air Quality As we enter Wildfire Awareness Month, we take a closer look at the dangerous trend toward more frequent and intense spikes in particle pollution levels due to wildfires and what can be done to protect people’s health.

This , spread awareness about the pressing need for stronger policies by sharing our 2024 "State of the Air" report. With nearly 4 in 10 people in America living in places with unhealthy levels of , and making air pollution worse, it's time to act! Explore Lung.org/sota to find out more. 🌍

From daily activities to overall quality of life, a group of 11 people living with COPD shared the life-changing impacts the diagnosis has had on them. Read more on our blog:

What's It Like Living with COPD? From daily activities to overall quality of life, focus group participants share the life-changing impacts of living with COPD.

Frank was the picture of health until he couldn’t shake a persistent cough. When he received a shocking diagnosis, he decided he wasn’t going to let it beat him. Read how, 8 years later, he continues to ‘win the day and make history’: https://on.lung.org/4dOh2LB

Wondering what is causing your runny nose and congestion? Learn how to tell the difference between seasonal allergies and a respiratory illness:

How to Know if it’s Allergies or an Illness Spring is here and unfortunately as temperatures go up, the air becomes full of allergens.

Our latest State of the Air report concludes that even though Americans have changed their ways significantly over the last 50-plus years, the struggle to provide cleaner air is far from being won. Read more on The Virginian-Pilot:

Editorial: New report shows perils of air pollution persist nationwide Despite progress, air pollution continues to harm millions of Americans, a problem made worse by climate change.

Join us in celebrating the 120th anniversary of the American Lung Association!

Then: Founded as the National Association for the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis, we pioneered the education, advocacy and research model as the first voluntary health organization in the U.S., dedicated to combating tuberculosis.

Now: Fast forward to today, the American Lung Association Research Institute is driving progress by increasing investments in lung disease research, empowering promising scientists, and fostering collaboration across industries to accelerate discovery and innovation.

Together, we've come a long way in 120 years, and the journey for lung health continues! https://on.lung.org/3tKaT0V

Ryan thought he was invincible until va**ng almost took his life. Read his unbelievable story and the advice he has for anyone considering picking up a v**e: https://on.lung.org/3JZoDZW

Our “State of the Air” report shows that 65 million Americans live in counties with F grades for daily particle pollution. Breathing in this polluted air can cause coughing, wheezing, and even make it hard to breathe. How did your area do? Lung.org/sota

Keeping people informed and providing resources to manage asthma is important, especially for communities that are affected the most.

The Family Asthma Act aims to expand the CDC's National Asthma Control Program to help all 50 states. It will also ask the CDC to work with local health departments to educate people about asthma. Currently, this program helps 23 states and has made a big difference, but there's still more to be done!

Please ask your House member to support the Family Asthma Act (H.R. 5749) and help millions of people in the US who have asthma. Visit this link to take action: https://a.lung.org/wn6zmrb

Elk River Bridge lights the way in turquoise! Thanks for your support during

About every two minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with lung cancer. For , we’re asking all Americans to take action in support of those affected by the disease in hopes of saving more lives. Find out how you can help today: LUNGFORCE.org/TurquoiseTakeover

Dr. Herron's staff at Wheeling Hospital showing their support by wearing turquoise for during . Thank you for helping us raise awareness of our movement to defeat this disease!

WTRF 7News: WV is lighting up turquoise for during ! 🌀💙 It’s estimated that in this year alone, there will be more than two thousand people diagnosed with lung cancer in West Virginia. Read more and take action:

WesBanco Arena lights up turquoise for Lung Cancer Action Week Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – They’re not lighting up ci******es, but rather lighting up WesBanco Arena turquoise as today officially kicks off Lung Cancer Action Week. It’s estimated …

Over 26.8 million people living in the US, including 4.5 million children, live with asthma. As summer approaches, extreme heat can trigger or worsen symptoms. During Asthma Awareness Month, we are committed to:

- Empowering healthcare providers
- Educating those with living with asthma
- Supporting patients and caregivers

Visit Lung.org/asthma-awareness to explore our resources, online courses and support network. Together, let's breathe easier.

Get ready! Next week is , when we will be raising awareness about —the leading cause of cancer deaths. Learn more, get involved at LUNGFORCE.org, and join us in the efforts to defeat this disease. 💪

Our latest “State of the Air” report is out, and the findings are eye-opening. Deadly particle pollution is on the rise, hitting its worst levels in years. 58 counties in 10 states have more 'very unhealthy' and 'hazardous' air quality days. With 131 million folks living in areas with unhealthy air, it's time to take action! Lung.org/sota

Nearly 4 in 10 people in the US live in places where the air isn't healthy to breathe. Pollution from power plants, motor vehicles and factories can make it harder to stay healthy, especially for our lungs and hearts. How did West Virginia do this year? Lung.org/sota