We hardly ever stop to take a breath! Keep up-to-date with the Lung Health Foundation’s latest news:
Media Release
Can cannabis use help with sleep apnea, weaken immune response, and alter breathing tests?
Prior to 2020, the Lung Health Foundation operated as the Ontario Lung Association. Enjoy this content from our archives. The Lung Health Foundation and Tetra Bio-Pharma research award recipients hope to help fill gaps in knowledge
Putting Breathing First During Big Health System Changes
Prior to 2020, the Lung Health Foundation operated as the Ontario Lung Association. Enjoy this content from our archives. The Government of Ontario announced plans today to make sweeping changes to the province’s health system
Press Release – Moving The Dial
Prior to 2020, the Lung Health Foundation operated as the Ontario Lung Association. Enjoy this content from our archives. The Lung Association wants to help Canadians gain control of their asthma A new report shows
Lung News
World Asthma Day Spotlight: Asthma in Ontario
Our new Asthma in Ontario infographic highlights what high-quality asthma care looks like during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Canada needs a robust vaccine registry, not just a Band-Aid solution
As we grapple with the past year’s fight against the COVID-19 virus and vow never to let Canada find itself in the same vulnerable position it was in last spring, our country must face some
A new era in lung health
The sole reason the foundation exists is to help Canadians improve their lung health. Our bold new Lung Health Starts Now! 2021-2026 Strategic Plan will help us do it.
Blog
CALLS OPEN: Present Your Research at Our Better Breathing Rapid-Fire Thesis Competition
We’re seeking thought-provoking innovations and fresh perspectives from Canada’s next generation of scientists
Don’t Let Breathlessness Stop You: It’s Time to Press Play on Life
Living with a chronic lung condition like asthma or chronic obstructive disease (COPD) can be challenging, but remember, you’re not alone. In Canada, over 4.6 million people are living with asthma, and COPD affects a striking 10% of adults- nearly one in five people over 70.
What Is September Spike and How Can We Prevent It?
The “September Spike” typically occurs during the third week of September. It’s characterized by a noticeable surge in visits to emergency departments and doctors’ offices as children experience asthma flare-ups. For parents of children with asthma, this is a critical time to take extra precautions to ensure their child’s health and well-being. Learn more about it!