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Media Release
Lung Health Foundation Appoints Donna Cansfield As New Chair of Board of Directors
The Lung Health Foundation (LHF) (lunghealth.ca), Canada’s leading non-profit lung health organization, today announced new appointments to its Board of Directors, reinforcing its commitment to improving lung health for all Canadians.
Lung Health Foundation Teams with Ontario’s Public Health Units to Introduce ‘Brief Conversations Toolkit’ on World No Tobacco Day
In alignment with World No Tobacco Day, the Lung Health Foundation has partnered with Ontario’s Public Health Units to introduce the Brief Conversations Toolkit, a robust bilingual online resource that aims to shrink the unprecedented youth vaping crisis in Canada by increasing brief contact intervention (BCI) knowledge and application among those who work with or care for the nation’s youth.
Lung Health Foundation and Ontario Ministry of Education Partner to Launch First Judgement-Free Initiative to “Quash” High School Vaping Crisis
On the frontlines: Our mobile smoking & vaping quit app Quash is hitting 100+ Ontario high schools this spring.
Lung News
Lung Health Foundation Appoints Donna Cansfield As New Chair of Board of Directors
The Lung Health Foundation (LHF) (lunghealth.ca), Canada’s leading non-profit lung health organization, today announced new appointments to its Board of Directors, reinforcing its commitment to improving lung health for all Canadians.
Lung Health Foundation Teams with Ontario’s Public Health Units to Introduce ‘Brief Conversations Toolkit’ on World No Tobacco Day
In alignment with World No Tobacco Day, the Lung Health Foundation has partnered with Ontario’s Public Health Units to introduce the Brief Conversations Toolkit, a robust bilingual online resource that aims to shrink the unprecedented youth vaping crisis in Canada by increasing brief contact intervention (BCI) knowledge and application among those who work with or care for the nation’s youth.
Lung Health Foundation and Ontario Ministry of Education Partner to Launch First Judgement-Free Initiative to “Quash” High School Vaping Crisis
On the frontlines: Our mobile smoking & vaping quit app Quash is hitting 100+ Ontario high schools this spring.
Blog
WORLD COPD DAY NEWS: The first novel biologic treatment for COPD is under review with Canada’s Drug Agency.
Did you know that sharing your overall COPD experience can help unlock new treatments, even if you’ve never taken the treatment being evaluated? Taking part in this confidential survey is a meaningful way to take part in Canada’s drug review process.
3 Key Reasons Why Young Adults Should Consider a Will
Life’s uncertainties have a way of reminding us how precious—and unpredictable—our time is. Even if you’re young and healthy, having a will in place is a crucial step toward securing peace of mind for you and your loved ones. From safeguarding your assets to making sure your wishes are honoured, a will can play a vital role at any stage in life.
What is Radon, and Why Should You Care About Its Impact on Your Health?
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that’s invisible, odorless, and tasteless—yet it poses a significant health risk if left unchecked. It forms from the decay of uranium in soil, rock, and water, and can accumulate to dangerous levels inside buildings, including homes, schools, and workplaces. The more airtight a building, the higher the potential radon concentration, which is why modern, energy-efficient homes are often at greater risk for radon buildup.
Lung Health Foundation Alerts
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.
Ensuring Access to Inhalers & Other Medications During COVID-19
The Lung Health Foundation is monitoring the availability of several inhaled respiratory medications after receiving reports of brief local shortages. As of March 31, there are no largescale shortages reported, though individual pharmacies may temporarily
Welcome to lunghealth.ca
After a century of improving lung health as the Ontario Lung Association, we are settling in to our new identity, and we are glad to have supporters like you by our side. Welcome to lunghealth.ca, home of the Lung Health Foundation!