#DYK: COPD is often preventable and treatable. We encourage healthcare professionals to register for the #COPD Educator Course, a 3-partial day professional training that provides practical info they can use with patients diagnosed with COPD. #CEU action.lung.org/COPDECApril2023

Happy #NationalPhysiciansWeek! Thank you to Jon Castro, who support our mission to end #lungdisease. Join us in providing crucial resources to patients & families by donating today: ClimbCleveland.org

“It is a matter of chance that most of the researchers in my lab are women, as are most of our trainees. But I am so happy to encourage the next generation,” said Dr. Bose. Learn more about her research on our blog:   on.lung.org/3TyjYSY #WomensHistoryMonth

Have questions about the virtual #COPD Educator Course next month on April 12, 19, and 26? Contact [email protected] or check out our FAQ page: action.lung.org/COPDECApril2023

Did you know that the team we have come to know and love as the #ClevelandGuardians was originally formed in 1894? To celebrate home opening day today, reg for our Fight For Air Climb in Cleveland will be $18.94 all weekend! Visit ClimbCleveland.org to register today! #FFAC

In our latest blog, Dr. Strauss explains why it is so imperative that you get an early and accurate diagnosis of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and begin treatment right away.  on.lung.org/3zxoh7U

“Oxygen patients number in the thousands but we rarely see them out and about,” Wonder why? Learn how supplemental oxygen is trapping patients inside, and what you can do about it:  on.lung.org/42Rwyki

Ozone #airpollution affects over 100 million Americans, making breathing difficult for many. But there's good news in our #StateOfTheAir report: the number of people living in counties with failing grades for ozone has decreased by over 19 million. Lung.org/SOTA

This Earth Day let's reflect on the state of our air. Our #StateoftheAir report reveals that over 1 in 3 Americans live in counties with unhealthy levels of ozone or particle pollution. Join us in calling on President Donald J. Trump to clean up our air at Lung.org/SOTA #EarthDay

Protect yourself and your community against infectious respiratory diseases. Get vaccinated against #COVID-19, #flu, #pneumococcalpneumonia and #pertussis. Learn more at on.lung.org/3GX0Ybv. #WorldImmunizationWeek

#Airpollution is a serious threat to public health. Our #StateOfTheAir report shows that almost 120 million Americans live in areas with unhealthy air quality. Join us in calling on President Donald J. Trump to take action and protect our communities at Lung.org/SOTA. #CleanAirNow

🚗🎁 Turn your old car, motorcycle, boat or RV into a life-saving donation! Donate your vehicle to the American Lung Association today and help fund research, education, and programs to improve #lunghealth in your community. Visit Lung.org/vehicle-donati… to get started!

In the hopes of developing a novel #asthma treatment, Dr. Aparna Sundaram of UCSF is exploring the role of smooth muscle cells in constricting airways. Learn more: lung.org/research/about…

On #WorldAsthmaDay, let's remember that breathing should be easy for everyone. Let's continue to support research and education for better asthma treatment options. #BreathingShouldBeEasy #AsthmaAwareness

May is Asthma Awareness Month! Over 25 million Americans live with asthma. Learn how you can manage your symptoms and prevent attacks: Lung.org/asthma #AsthmaAwarenessMonth #LungHealth

Asthma triggers can include respiratory infections, allergens, irritants, exercise, and emotions. Learn how to avoid and reduce your asthma triggers this #AsthmaAwarenessMonth Lung.org/asthma #AsthmaFacts

#TerminalTower is lit turquoise tonight in honor of #Lungcanceractionweek on.lung.org/3OpCixd Photo by Paul Duda

Talk to your healthcare provider about new treatment options like biologics or the proper use of your medicine. People living with asthma can lead full and active lives if their asthma is well-controlled. Lung.org/asthma #AsthmaAwarenessMonth #AsthmaTreatment

Researcher Dr. Hideo Watanabe of Mount Sinai is investigating how to improve the precision and efficacy of #lungcancer treatments by better distinguishing between the molecular subgroups. Learn more: lung.org/research/about…

We are funding a research project by Dr. Alexandra Racanelli of Cornell, which takes a closer look at how blood vessel damage leads to #COPD progression. More about her research: lung.org/research/about…