For some, a breath of fresh air is hard to come by

It is our mission to prevent lung disease and promote lung health through education, research and advocacy. Join us in our fight.

Clean Air Initiative

Tobacco

Smoking-related diseases claim an estimated 430,700 American lives a year. To learn more about the harms of tobacco and smoking or how to quit. Learn more

Diseases

Lung diseases are the third leading cause of death in the United States. To learn more and join our fight to control and cure lung diseases. Learn more

Asthma

Approximately 14 million adults and 6 million children in the United States have asthma, a disease that makes it hard for people to breathe. Learn more

American Lung Association announces support for Pickens Plan.

Resources For:

Smokers The American Lung Association (ALA) supports smokers in their journey to become smoke-free.

Parents Learn how to protect and educate your children on the harms of lung diseases and tobacco use through education and other programs.

Educators The ALA offers a variety of school-based programs, such as NOT and TATU, to educate and improve the health and lives of students.

Students With the ALA, students are taking an active role to protect lung health while developing leadership and giving back to the community.

Medical and Health Professionals Join the ALA for CME events or as a volunteer on our Scientific Advisory Council to continue your professional development.

Researchers The American Lung Association supports basic and clinical research through training and grants in a nationwide research program.