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Alert: fraudulent phone calls

Ottawa, ON – We have received reports of fraudulent calls from a Vermont-based phone number, claiming to be calling on behalf of The Canadian Lung Association. The caller indicated they offer to test air quality in your

The Lung Association calls for action to reduce Misdiagnosis of asthma

Ottawa, ON - New research published in the Journal of American Medical Association demonstrates that people are continuing to be misdiagnosed with asthma. The findings published in the study – Reevaluation of Diagnosis

National Non-Smoking Week is January 16-21, 2017

Ottawa, ON – Make this January life-changing. For more than thirty years, the National Non-smoking Week has provided Canadians with an opportunity to educate themselves about the dangers of smoking and encouragement and

Ban of asbestos positive step towards helping Canadians breathe

The Lung Association is encouraged by the federal government’s announcement to ban asbestos – a substance that can be a contributing factor to severe lung disease. The Lung Association has been calling for the Government

The Canadian Lung Association applauds the federal government for their commitment to phase-out coal-fired power plants.

OTTAWA—The Canadian Lung Association applauds the federal government for their commitment to phase-out coal-fired power plants across Canada by 2030. “Ending the use of coal-fired power plants in Canada will help

This Lung Month we make breathing matter

Ottawa, ON - November is Lung Month and this year, The Lung Association is celebrating with a new brand and a challenge for all Canadians. Breathing is at the core of everything the Lung Association does – whether it is

Survey: Asthma Not Well-Controlled for Most Canadians

Survey by The Lung Association reveals 9 in 10 Canadians with asthma do not have it under control 41% do not exercise at all due to their asthma 33% miss school, work, or other social activities due to their asthma

Butting out: Innovative strategies needed to reduce tobacco

KINGSTON, Ont. – The Lung Association joined scores of health and research experts last weekend to discuss strategies to eliminate commercial tobacco use in Canada. The Tobacco Endgame – a summit hosted by Queen’s

Lifetime achievement award presented to Dr.Graham

The Lung Association is proud to present the Life Membership Award to Dr. Brian Graham, the CEO of Saskatchewan Lung Association. The award for distinguished leadership and outstanding commitment to advance the mission

COPD: New Report Highlights Benefits of Preventative Health Support

OTTAWA, ON - The Canadian Lung Association celebrates the efforts of The Canadian Foundation for Healthcare Improvement (CFHI) for their innovative approach to patient centric care and bringing attention to the benefits