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Media Release
Legalization opens door to quality research on cannabis effects on health
Prior to 2020, the Lung Health Foundation operated as the Ontario Lung Association. Enjoy this content from our archives. With the legalization of cannabis, Canada can become a world leader in more openly and effectively
The Lung Health Foundation and Tetra Bio-Pharma partner to help fill the gaps in cannabis research
Prior to 2020, the Lung Health Foundation operated as the Ontario Lung Association. Enjoy this content from our archives. With the recent legalization of recreational cannabis in Canada, a major gap has been revealed, and
Helping the Missing Million
Prior to 2020, the Lung Health Foundation operated as the Ontario Lung Association. Enjoy this content from our archives. More than one million Canadians are living with COPD and don’t know it (Toronto) December 5,
Lung News
Alyssa’s Story
I was trying to juggle schoolwork, teams and clubs, my social life, and I hadn’t expected to be so stressed.
New partnership gives Canadians trustworthy evidence, information about the evolving science driving the COVID-19 pandemic
Together with Canada’s Global Nexus for Pandemics and Biological Threats, we’re helping Canadians stay safe and make informed vaccine decisions.
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.
Blog
“A meaningful first step in acknowledging decades of harm”: Lung Health Foundation Applauds Landmark $32.5 Billion Legal Settlement Against Tobacco Companies
On October 17, news broke that all 10 provinces and three territories would benefit from a landmark $24.8 billion settlement against JTI-Macdonald Corp., Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc., and Imperial Tobacco Canada Ltd. Meanwhile, a mediator-lead settlement would award further billion dollar compensation to several class-action lawsuits in Quebec.
Lung Health Foundation announces 2024/2025 Breathe Change Policy Series Themes
Health equity, cross-system collaboration, and innovative thinking take center stage at this open-to-all event series
Understanding Chronic Cough: When a Cough is More Than Just a Cough
Coughing is a natural reflex that helps protect your lungs by clearing out mucus, irritants, and foreign particles. It’s something we all experience, especially when we catch a cold, flu, or have allergies. But what happens when a cough doesn’t go away? If you’ve been coughing for weeks, it might be time to consider whether it’s something more serious—like a chronic cough.