We hardly ever stop to take a breath! Keep up-to-date with the Lung Health Foundation’s latest news:
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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.
The Alliance for a Tobacco Free Ontario applauds the Chief Medical Officer Health of Ontario for a comprehensive 2023 Annual Report addressing tobacco and vape use
In March 2024, the Chief Medical Officer of Health (CMOH) for Ontario released an extensive report focused on substance use and its detrimental effects. The report presents a strong strategic plan aimed at addressing tobacco and vape use and its repercussions. The Alliance for a Tobacco Free Ontario (ATFO) which includes the Canadian Cancer Society, Heart & Stroke, the Canadian Lung Association, the Ontario Medical Association, the Ontario Public Health Association, the Ontario Tobacco Research Unit, and the Lung Health Foundation strongly supports the report and its recommendations, particularly its holistic strategy for tackling not only tobacco and vaping use, but also other new nicotine products, essential for protecting Ontarians.
Lung Health Foundation recognizes the Ford Government’s vape tax as the first crucial first step to addressing the youth vaping crisis
This is a positive step toward addressing a growing youth vaping crisis and building a Smoke-Free Generation!
Lung News
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.
The Alliance for a Tobacco Free Ontario applauds the Chief Medical Officer Health of Ontario for a comprehensive 2023 Annual Report addressing tobacco and vape use
In March 2024, the Chief Medical Officer of Health (CMOH) for Ontario released an extensive report focused on substance use and its detrimental effects. The report presents a strong strategic plan aimed at addressing tobacco and vape use and its repercussions. The Alliance for a Tobacco Free Ontario (ATFO) which includes the Canadian Cancer Society, Heart & Stroke, the Canadian Lung Association, the Ontario Medical Association, the Ontario Public Health Association, the Ontario Tobacco Research Unit, and the Lung Health Foundation strongly supports the report and its recommendations, particularly its holistic strategy for tackling not only tobacco and vaping use, but also other new nicotine products, essential for protecting Ontarians.
Lung Health Foundation recognizes the Ford Government’s vape tax as the first crucial first step to addressing the youth vaping crisis
This is a positive step toward addressing a growing youth vaping crisis and building a Smoke-Free Generation!
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La Fondation pour la santé pulmonaire et les Instituts de recherche en santé du Canada (IRSC) s’associent pour soutenir la recherche sur la santé pulmonaire des Premières Nations, des Inuits et/ou des Métis.
Vous savez que nous avons pour mission de combler les lacunes en matière de prévention, de diagnostic et de traitement des maladies pulmonaires au Canada. Mais saviez-vous que certains groupes sont confrontés à des lacunes encore plus grandes? C’est pourquoi nous avons créé un partenariat novateur dans le cadre de notre plus récente initiative conjointe de financement de la recherche.
The Importance of Clean Air and Your Lungs
Air pollution is a major public health concern. It has been linked to increased instances of breathing problems, higher rates of hospitalization, and premature death. According to Health Canada, air pollution contributes to approximately 15,300 deaths annually in Canada and incurs a total economic cost of $120 billion each year. These staggering statistics underscore the urgent need to prioritize clean air initiatives.
Introducing the Hope Innovation Research Grants: A New Era for Lung Health Research
Januarys are always busy at the Lung Health Foundation. From helping patients manage flare-ups to supporting those aiming to quit smoking, our work never stops. Amid this activity, a phone call brought news that would change our future: a generous bequest from Lloyd Alexander Hope, making history as our second-largest donation ever.
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!