BBiTV News - American Lung Association

American Lung Association Makes It Easier to Avoid Seasonal Influenza

the_karaoke_man@yahoo.com (Marc And Susan Sutton) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:15:28 GMT

Fall is here and with it comes flu season. The American Lung Association is making it a little easier for people to get their seasonal flu shot this season with its 2009-2010 Flu Clinic Locator. The largest online directory of public influenza vaccination clinics is now available at www.flucliniclocator.org.

American Lung Association Study Explores Link between Patient Expectations and Asthma Treatment Effectiveness

the_karaoke_man@yahoo.com (Marc And Susan Sutton) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:14:54 GMT

A new American Lung Association study—soon to be an “Editor’s Choice” article in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology—shows that, when it comes to asthma treatment, there may be a little power in positive thinking.

Passing of Senator Edward Kennedy

the_karaoke_man@yahoo.com (Marc And Susan Sutton) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:14:13 GMT

The American Lung Association joins the nation in mourning the passing of Senator Edward Kennedy, and offers condolences to Sen. Kennedy’s family and loved ones. Sen. Kennedy will be remembered as one of the greatest champions for health in U.S. history.

Helping Kids with Asthma Prepare for School and Flu

the_karaoke_man@yahoo.com (Marc And Susan Sutton) — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 14:27:07 GMT

If you have a child with asthma, now is the time to prepare for the start of school and the challenges presented by both asthma and influenza. Returning to the school environment always poses challenges to kids with asthma. Children with asthma are at greater risk from influenza, and this year, the presence of H1N1 virus (swine flu) and regular seasonal flu mean the need to prepare is even greater. The American Lung Association has tips to help you prepare to go back to school with asthma.

American Lung Association to EPA: Tighter NO2 Standards Necessary

the_karaoke_man@yahoo.com (Marc And Susan Sutton) — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 21:51:15 GMT

The American Lung Association will be taking full advantage of an opportunity to speak out and tell the EPA stronger air quality standards for nitrogen dioxide are needed.

Military Urged to Battle Tobacco

the_karaoke_man@yahoo.com (Marc And Susan Sutton) — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 21:48:45 GMT

A new report confirms that the brave men and women in our military are under attack by an old and familiar foe – tobacco. Not only is smoking destroying their health and shortening lives, it’s also costing the government billions of dollars every year in lost productivity, hospitalizations and treatment of chronic and often fatal diseases linked to smoking. But now momentum is building for the military to end the cycle and go smokefree, and the American Lung Association is ready to help.

Environmental Public Health Tracking Network Launched by CDC

the_karaoke_man@yahoo.com (Marc And Susan Sutton) — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 21:47:14 GMT

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently took a step toward helping to identify the potential impacts of pollution in local communities. The Environmental Public Health Tracking Network (EPHT) is a web-based tool that allows scientists, health professionals, and—for the first time—the American public, to track data about environmental exposures and chronic health conditions. Asthma hospitalizations, in addition to air quality, are some of the factors being tracked. The American Lung Association participated in the early planning for this network.

Patient Support Key to Apnea Therapy Adherence

illumuser1@gmail.com (Illumallianceuser 1) — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 23:42:51 GMT

Patient Support Key to Apnea Therapy Adherence

Vaporized Viral Vector Shows Promise In Anti-cancer Gene Therapy

illumuser1@gmail.com (Illumallianceuser 1) — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 23:27:39 GMT

Vaporized Viral Vector Shows Promise In Anti-cancer Gene Therapy

Nicotine Gum Before Quitting Smoking Not Helpful

illumuser1@gmail.com (Illumallianceuser 1) — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 23:19:23 GMT

Nicotine Gum Before Quitting Smoking not Helpful

Two Ways to Tackle Tuberculosis

illumuser1@gmail.com (Illumallianceuser 1) — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 23:08:15 GMT

Two Ways to Tackle Tuberculosis

Unexpected Discovery Can Open A New Chapter In The Fight Against Tuberculosis

illumuser1@gmail.com (Illumallianceuser 1) — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 23:05:16 GMT

ScienceDaily reported on June 9th that a close relative of the microorganism that causes tuberculosis in humans has been found to form spores. This is a sensational finding because researchers have long been convinced that these kinds of bacteria–the mycobacteria–were incapable of forming spores

States Take Major Steps to Reduce Tobacco Use

rob.cipriano@gmail.com (Rob Cipriano) — Sun, 17 May 2009 15:59:55 GMT

In a virtual flood of activity, several states this week took major steps to reduce tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke. Mississippi, North Carolina and Wisconsin joined the growing list of states that have taken firm action against tobacco to improve the health of their citizens.

Study Shows Heartburn Medication Does Not Control Asthma Symptoms

rob.cipriano@gmail.com (Rob Cipriano) — Mon, 04 May 2009 14:46:13 GMT

A new study conducted by the American Lung Association’s Asthma Clinical Research Centers (ACRC) finds that prescription heartburn medication is ineffective and unnecessarily expensive for asthma patients who do not experience acid reflux symptoms such as heartburn or stomach pain.

What is Your State Doing to Stop Tobacco Use?

rob.cipriano@gmail.com (Rob Cipriano) — Mon, 04 May 2009 14:43:01 GMT

Tobacco use is the leading preventable cause of death in America. But what is your state doing about it?

Behind the Headlines: Swine Flu

rob.cipriano@gmail.com (Rob Cipriano) — Mon, 04 May 2009 14:39:57 GMT

The Centers for Disease and Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported a number of cases of swine flu in human adults and children living in several U.S. states. These cases have been reported as mild and treatable. While these cases are cause for concern, there is no cause for alarm. The American Lung Association is closely following this rapidly developing issue and will update this information as needed.

How Healthy Is the Air You Breathe?

rob.cipriano@gmail.com (Rob Cipriano) — Mon, 04 May 2009 14:37:16 GMT

For six out of ten Americans, the news isn’t good

American Lung Association Celebrates Public Health Victory

vlemeri@gmail.com (User Assistant 1) — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 23:42:15 GMT

President Obama Signs Children’s Health Insurance and Federal Tobacco Tax Increase Into Law

Maryland Lawyer Steve Nolan Advocates for Lung Health as National Board Chair of the American Lung Association

vlemeri@gmail.com (User Assistant 1) — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 23:39:55 GMT

America’s oldest voluntary health organization is led by an experienced Maryland trial lawyer, Stephen J. Nolan. Elected National Board Chair, after more than a decade of volunteer service to the organization, Mr. Nolan has successfully steered the American Lung Association to tackle key issues facing the health of our nation.

Volunteer Donates “Breathe” Artwork to American Lung Association

vlemeri@gmail.com (User Assistant 1) — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 23:36:22 GMT

Long-time volunteer and former national chairman of the American Lung Association, Jack Sutter, along with Jean A. Dieudonne, donated the work of art titled “Breathe,” created by artist Stephen Schubert, to the Lung Association in a special Inauguration Day unveiling at the nonprofit’s national headquarters in Washington, D.C.

American Lung Association Urges Senate to Support Federal Cigarette Tax Increase to Fund SCHIP and Curb Youth Smoking

vlemeri@gmail.com (User Assistant 1) — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 23:23:23 GMT

Earlier this month, the American Lung Association’s annual State of Tobacco Control report awarded the federal government an F for its low federal cigarette tax.

American Lung Association Applauds the House of Representatives for Voting to Protect Children’s Health

vlemeri@gmail.com (User Assistant 1) — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 23:18:04 GMT

State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) to be Funded by Federal Tobacco Tax Increases

American Lung Association Report Card Flunks Federal Government and Most States for Neglecting to Prevent Tobacco Caused Illness

vlemeri@gmail.com (User Assistant 1) — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 23:14:06 GMT

The American Lung Association released its State of Tobacco Control 2008 report today, which includes a report card that grades the strength of state and federal laws to protect citizens from tobacco caused illness now at the heart of America’s chronic disease crisis.

Statement of the American Lung Association

rob.cipriano@gmail.com (Rob Cipriano) — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 11:41:54 GMT

Historic Appeals Case Against the Tobacco Industry Positions Court to Decide on Key Tobacco Control Issues That Will Have Unprecedented Public Health Implications

Kristi Yamaguchi Chairs American Lung Association Christmas Seals® Campaign

rob.cipriano@gmail.com (Rob Cipriano) — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 17:08:04 GMT

Kristi Yamaguchi, Olympic Gold Medalist and most recent winner of Dancing With the Stars, has been named chairperson for the 2008 American Lung Association Christmas Seals Campaign in an effort to help raise funds in support of the organization’s mission: to prevent lung disease and promote lung health.