While low dose CT lung screenings are now recommended for people aged 50 to 80 who smoked 20 years or more, data from an annual report by the American Lung Association found that many who could benefit are not getting screened.

In their 2023 State of fhe Air release on Friday, the American Lung Association found that several South Florida counties received passing grades for ozone and particle pollution.

The American Lung Association in South Florida hosted its 19th annual “Fight For Air Climb” event at loanDepot Park on Saturday. The event aims to defeat lung cancer, champion clean air, improve the quality of life for those with lung disease.

Florida lags behind the nation in policy efforts to prevent and reduce tobacco used, according to a report released this week by the American Lung Association.

The American Lung Association has released its annual State of Lung Cancer Report for 2022, which includes state specific information.

Spikes in particle pollution in South Florida showed up in a new air-quality report.

The American Lung Association has released its 20th annual State Of Tobacco Control Report, and it’s a mixed bag of news for Florida.

As Lung Cancer Awareness Month begins, newly eligible Americans are being urged to get screened.

Over the past seven years, Lt. Jeanette Harrington has brought in close to $40,000 dollars during the American Lung Association’s annual Fight For Air Climb.

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – A fundraising race usually held in the stairwell of a downtown Miami skyscraper moved outdoors this year. Organizers are expecting to raise about $135,000 for lung disease and #COVID19 research today. pic.twitter.com/PDbUJT4OsN — Madeleine Wright (@MWrightWPLG) March 6, 2021Firefighters are regular participants because of lung disease being so prevalent in the profession from the hazards to their lungs from entering smoke-filled buildings. AdTo take part in the race, participants had to pay a registration fee of anywhere between $15 and $35. Organizers said that they are expecting Saturday’s event to raise about $135,000 for lung disease and the organization’s COVID-19 Action Initiative.