Budget’s anti-vaping measures a breath of fresh air, but more must be done
While the excise tax on vaping liquids is a major step in the right direction, we should also implement a tax on vaping devices.
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Lung Health Foundation Statement on Phillip Morris International’s Purchase of Vectura Group
The Lung Health Foundation denounces Philip Morris International’s (PMI) acquisition of Vectura.
World Cancer Day 2022
In recognition of World Cancer Day, the Lung Health Foundation is calling on all Canadian governments to take demonstrative steps to improve access to breakthrough cancer treatments.
Make 2x the Impact for #GivingTuesday
This Giving Tuesday, make 2x the impact! Our partner ProResp, is generously matching all donations today dollar-for-dollar up to $15,000.
Our Partnership with OTS and ORCS: Update
The Ontario Thoracic Society (OTS) and the Ontario Respiratory Care Society (ORCS) will no longer be part of our formal governance structure.
Why the Burden of Pneumococcal Disease is Underestimated and Misunderstood: Implications for Public Health Planning
In 2017-18, pneumonia led to 138,485 emergency department visits across Canada. It was the ninth leading cause of a trip to the ER.
COPD Patients Benefit Through Partnership to Improve Access to Care
The Lung Health Foundation and Respiplus have come together to improve access to high-quality care for COPD patients across Canada. The partnership brings together the Respiplus membership of over 16,000 Canadian healthcare providers with the …