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 American Lung Association of Tennessee
Funding of Lung Disease Research: Funding research to discover improved prevention and treatment techniques and ultimately, the cure for lung disease.
The American Lung Association is the oldest national health agency in the U.S. We began in 1904 as The National Association for the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis.
The American Lung Association of Tennessee was formed in 1910.
www.lungtn.org   (384 words)

  
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The American Lung Association® is the oldest voluntary health organization in the United States.
Founded in 1904 to fight tuberculosis, the American Lung Association® today fights lung disease in all its forms, with special emphasis on asthma, tobacco control and environmental health.
People with chronic lung diseases such as asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) and lung cancer are especially vulnerable when a natural disaster like Hurricane Katrina strikes.
www.alaga.org   (309 words)

  
 American Lung Association of Metropolitan Chicago; The mission of the American Lung Association of Metropolitan Chicago ...
American Lung Association of Metropolitan Chicago; The mission of the American Lung Association of Metropolitan Chicago is to prevent lung disease and promote lung health through research, advocacy and education.
Eva Hernandez, a community leader and board member of the American Lung Association of Metropolitan Chicago, said Latinos must be the voice of those workers who cannot speak out.
The mission of the American Lung Association of Metropolitan Chicago is
www.lungchicago.org   (586 words)

  
 American Lung Association of Maryland - lung disease, asthma, emphysema,
American Lung Association of Maryland - lung disease, asthma, emphysema,
The American Lung Association of Maryland, established in 1919, is actively engaged in the fight against lung disease including asthma, emphysema and lung cancer.
The American Lung Association Call Center at 800.548.8252 allows you to speak directly to a medical professional about lung health issues.
www.marylandlung.org   (152 words)

  
 American Lung Association of Michigan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The American Lung Association of Michigan is issuing an urgent public health message to people who suffer from asthma and other underlying medical conditions, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), encouraging them to get an influenza vaccination this season.
This program is a part of the Catch Your Breath: Women and Lung Health Campaign and is intended to raise the standard for healthier indoor environments by educating women on how to address the quality of air in their homes and ensure the health of their families.
The American Lung Association of Michigan is a constituent of the American Lung Association and is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt charitable organization.
www.alam.org   (361 words)

  
 American Lung Association: State of the Air: 2004 Homepage
American Lung Association: State of the Air: 2004 Homepage
You can find out with the American Lung Association State of the Air 2004 report.
The information contained in this American Lung Association® website is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment, and the Lung Association recommends consultation with your doctor or health care professional.
lungaction.org /reports/stateoftheair2004.html   (101 words)

  
 American Lung Association of Minnesota   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The American Lung Association of Minnesota came across a recent blog entry by a couple of Chicago residents making their first trip to Minneapolis.
The American Lung Association of Minnesota (ALAMN) has been contacted to offer its views on the clean air ordinances that have been recently adopted in a number of Minnesota cities and counties.
It revealed a reduction of more than 16 percent in lung related illnesses in bar staff in the Republic, while there was no fall in the number of lung complaints in the North (where indoor smoking is still allowed).
www.alamn.org /media/blogger.html   (2498 words)

  
 Respiratory Distress Syndrome of the Newborn Fact Sheet - American Lung Association site
Respiratory distress syndrome results from insufficient levels of surfactant, a foamy fluid substance produced by the body between the 34 and 37 week of pregnancy.  Surfactant is essential for the expansion of the alveoli or air sacs of the lungs.
When an infant is born prematurely, their lungs have not produced the necessary amount of surfactant.
The mission of the American Lung Association is to prevent lung disease and promote lung health.
www.lungusa.org /site/pp.asp?c=dvLUK9O0E&b=35693   (563 words)

  
 ALADC Homepage Edits
The American Lung Association of DC (ALADC) in partnership with the Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) are hosting The Clean Air Ride.
The core of the American Lung Association's mission is to help promote lung health and prevent lung disease in the Washington Metropolitan area and to also raise for funding for prevention and research efforts in order to combat this disease.
American Lung Association of the District of Columbia
www.aladc.org   (360 words)

  
 American Lung Association of Hawaii
The American Lung Association of Hawaii (ALAH) strives to reach this goal by delivering customer-driven quality programs to fight lung disease, developing the financial base to support these activities, and engaging the commitment of our board, staff, volunteers and customers.
The heart of the American Lung Association of Hawaii's mission is to help people with lung disease and breathing problems and to raise the awareness of individuals on how to prevent lung disease or how to deal with a lung disease on a daily basis.
Research programs supported by the American Lung Association of Hawaii help to develop new ways to reduce suffering from lung disease for individuals and the general public.
www.ala-hawaii.org   (323 words)

  
 American Lung Association of Oregon - Home Page
The mission of the American Lung Association of Oregon is to prevent lung disease and promote lung health.
The American Lung Association of Oregon would like to thank all of you who made our Portland, Salem and Bend Asthma Walks such a great success.
Oregon Thoracic Society The medical advisory section of the American Lung Association of Oregon.
www.lungoregon.org   (581 words)

  
 American Lung Association of Arkansas   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The American Lung Association of Arkansas is a volunteer organization working to promote lung health, keep kids from smoking and help patients with asthma, especially children.
The American Lung Association fights lung disease and promotes lung health.
Lung disease is the 3rd leading cause of death in Arkansas.
www.lungark.org   (121 words)

  
 American Lung Association --  Britannica Student Encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
A successor in spirit and outlook to the pre-Civil War Know-Nothing Party, the American Protective Association was founded by Henry F. Bowers at Clinton, Iowa, in 1887.
U.S. federation of state and local associations of physicians, nurses, and laypersons interested in prevention and control of lung disease; founded 1904 as National Association for Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis; plans and conducts programs in community services, research, and education of public, patients, and professionals; maintains American Thoracic Society;...
American Ballad: The Evolution of The American Ballad
www.britannica.com /ebi/article-9316212   (835 words)

  
 Welcome to the American Lung Association of Indiana   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
American Lung Association of Indiana Appoints New President and CEO
Lung Association Urges White House, Congress To Stand Firm on Funding for TB
The information contained in this American Lung Association of Indiana website is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment, and the ALA-I recommends consultation with your doctor or health care professional.
www.lungin.org   (395 words)

  
 American Lung Association of Ohio
With the generous support of the public and the help of volunteers, we have seen many advances against lung disease.
We lead the fight to prevent lung disease and promote lung health through research, education, community service, and advocacy.
The American Lung Association has worked to fight lung disease by helping people quit smoking, funding research, improving indoor and outdoor air quality, and educating millions about asthma.
www.ohiolung.org   (229 words)

  
 American Lung Association of New Hampshire
In 1916 the American Lung Association of New Hampshire was created to help counter the devastating effects of tuberculosis.
The American Lung Association of NH would love to hear your story about living with asthma.
The American Lung Association of New Hampshire is committed to eliminating lung disease and improving the quality of life for those living with lung disease in New Hampshire.
www.nhlung.org   (520 words)

  
 Research - American Lung Association site
The American Lung Association supports basic and clinical research through training and “seed” grants for researchers who are at the early stage of their careers.
Throughout its history, the American Lung Association has funded talented scientists who have furthered their careers in academia and lung research and have made significant contributions to the fight against lung disease.
As part of its commitment to research, the American Lung Association created the Asthma Clinical Research Centers Network (ACRC), which seeks to conduct large clinical trials that will provide useful information about asthma and benefit patients directly.
www.lungusa.org /research   (332 words)

  
 American Lung Association of Idaho/Nevada   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
This is not a race, but an opportunity to cycle through some of Idaho's most breathtaking country, being fully supported and hassle free - you relax while the Lung Association does all the work.
The American Lung Association's Advocacy efforts have fueled the fight against Big Tobacco and the struggle to maintain healthy air quality standards.
Contact your local lung association and find out how you can become an integral part of our advocacy efforts.
lungusa2.org /idaho_nevada   (470 words)

  
 American Lung Association
Among adults, most smoking attributable deaths were from lung cancer (124,813), coronary heart disease (81,976) and chronic airway obstruction (64,735).
The American Lung Association State of Tobacco Control: 2004 report
The information contained in this American Lung Association® web site is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment, and the American Lung Association recommends consultation with your doctor or health care professional.
slati.lungusa.org   (152 words)

  
 U.S. Newswire : Releases : "American Lung Assn. Statement on EPA's Release..."   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
American Lung Assn. Statement on EPA's Release of Rule on Prevention of Significant Deterioration and New Source Review
A study conducted three years ago estimated that tens of thousands of Americans are dying prematurely each year because of our failure to clean up these facilities.
Emerging research is linking pollution to lung cancer, birth defects, strokes, and heart attacks.
releases.usnewswire.com /GetRelease.asp?id=125-08272003   (460 words)

  
 American Lung Association of Texas Home Page
The American Lung Association offers an online Flu Locator that will help you find a clinic in your area.
Because if you are, you and your family are at higher risk for frequent respiratory infections, a nagging cough, and potential reduction in lung function.
For people with asthma, chronic bronchitis or lung disease the situation could be dire.
www.texaslung.org   (175 words)

  
 alaw.org home   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
November is Lung Cancer Awareness month, please donate to the American Lung Association
With an estimated 160,440 deaths, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States.
The Lung Association will bring expertise and demonstrated success in addressing environmental triggers of childhood asthma and the Yakama Nation will bring a unique understanding of the needs of tribal children and families when it comes to chronic disease education and management.
www.alaw.org   (1178 words)

  
 American Lung Association of Louisiana
The American Lung Association of Louisiana commits to helping the victims of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita with problems resulting from airborne irritants, mold, and asthma.
Even now, our mission of fighting lung disease and promoting lung health is essential.
The ALA of Louisiana is a member of
www.louisianalung.org   (216 words)

  
 american lung association related information and resources   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Find results for american lung association and anything else you are looking for instantly!
Read about american lung association in the free online encyclopedia and dictionary.
by: American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
www.searchallz.com /health/american-lung-association.html   (300 words)

  
 Home - American Lung Association site
Lung Association Applauds Washington State Voters for Approving Strong Smokefree Air Law
American Lung Association Salutes Long-Time Advisor Michael P. Walsh, Recipient of Prestigious MacArthur Foundation Grant
American Lung Association State Of The Air: 2005 Report Calls On Congress To Stop Siding With Corporate Polluters
www.lungusa.org   (515 words)

  
 Tobacco control | American Lung Association of California
The American Lung Association of California is active in Sacramento and statewide in opposing the tobacco industry's pervasive influence.
American Lung Association State of Tobacco Control 2002 (13kb PDF)
The Center for Tobacco Policy & Organizing is a California Department of Health Service-funded statewide project of the American Lung Association of California.
www.californialung.org /support/tobaccocontrol.shtml   (1469 words)

  
 Mesothelioma Directory   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Lung Cancer Effects - Mesothelioma: Asbestos Lung Cancer; Legal Advice and Medical
Mesothelioma asbestos lung cancer workers’ compensation attorney, Jon
Lung Cancer Treatment - ACS :: How Is Lung Cancer Staged?
www.mesothelioma-directory.org /lungcancer/American-Lung-Cancer-Associ...   (231 words)

  
 American Lung Association
New report finds that New York State leads the nation in death and disease associated with diesel emissions.
New Medicare coverage offered for eligible lung cancer patients to help pay for life saving medications.
The mission of the American Lung Association is to prevent
www.alanys.org   (55 words)

  
 American Lung Association of Arizona/New Mexico   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
View the American Lung Association State of Tobacco Control: 2004 report card for Arizona
The American Lung Association is proud to be a part of the 2006 FBR Open participating in the Thunderbirds Birdies for Bucks program.
By making a pledge toward each birdie made in the 2006 Open, you are supporting the American Lung Association of Arizona/Mexico and our efforts to prevent lung disease and promote lung health.
www.lungusa2.org /arizonanewmexico   (315 words)

  
 American Lung Association of Kentucky
Our long standing support of medical research has led to many breakthroughs in preventing and treating lung disease.
In recognition of the growing impact of lung disease as a women's health issue, our 2005 pulmonary conference will focus on women's lung health.
This year's conference offers traditional continuing education sessions for medical professionals, plus a special women's lung health luncheon and keynote address on Wednesday, the 17th, designed to appeal to anyone who cares about helping Kentucky women live longer, healthier lives free of lung disease.
www.kylung.org   (259 words)

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