Leading Canadian respirologist named as head of the prestigious American pulmonary society
Ottawa, ON – The Canadian Lung Association and the Canadian Thoracic Society (CTS) congratulate Dr. Darcy Marciniuk, a leading respirologist and CTS member who was named yesterday as the new president of the American
Lung Association praises Environment Ministers' action on air quality
(Ottawa) – The Canadian Lung Association is lauding the decision by Canada's environment ministers to move forward with a comprehensive national system for managing harmful air pollution. Federal, provincial, and
The Canadian Lung Association applauds Federal Government for decision on Asbestos
Ottawa – September 18, 2012 - The Canadian Lung Association praises the federal government's announcement that it will no longer oppose the inclusion of chrysotile asbestos in the Rotterdam Convention, an international
The Lung Association urges Canadians to test homes for radon gas
OTTAWA, ON – Based on new research from Health Canada, The Lung Association is urging Canadians all across the country to have their homes tested for radon, known to be the second leading cause of lung cancer. Radon is a
Long-time Clean Air Crusader for the Lung Association to receive the Order of Canada
Ottawa – The Canadian Lung Association is pleased to announce that Kenneth Maybee, a long-time clear air crusader and a former past president and CEO of the New Brunswick Lung Association, has been appointed to the Order
10 easy steps for Clean Air Day
Breathing polluted air affects your lung health now and in the future. Here are some simple actions you can take to reduce air pollution and to keep the air cleaner and healthier for everyone to breathe: Walk, bike
Canadian Lung Association calls for renewal of key investments in respiratory health
(Ottawa) - In response to the federal budget announcement the Canadian Lung Association (CLA) today called for renewed federal investment in initiatives that are critical to improving the respiratory health of Canadians
An annoying cough that won't go away: Canadian Lung Association: take our online test to learn if you need to get that cough checked out!
January 30, 2012 - Cough is one of the top reasons why people visit their family doctors. Many coughs are not life-threatening, but they can affect people’s sleep, and can sometimes lead to retching, vomiting and even
Support is key to increase your chances of quitting smoking and staying smoke-free!
During National Non-Smoking Week (January 15-21, 2012), the Canadian Lung Association encourages people to talk to a professional who can help them quit (Ottawa) For National Non-Smoking Week, the Canadian Lung
Canadian Lung Association: Stop lung attacks! Find out how to prevent COPD flare-ups
Ottawa, ON, November 16, 2011 – Something as simple as catching a cold or flu, or going outside on a very cold day can trigger a "lung attack" for someone with a serious lung disease known as COPD. Chronic obstructive
