We hardly ever stop to take a breath! Keep up-to-date with the Lung Health Foundation’s latest news:
Media Release
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.
Canadians Urged to Stop Asking the Wrong Question About Lung Cancer
New campaign reveals ways that stigma slows progress against Canada’s #1 cancer killer Toronto, Ontario – September 30 – The Lung Health Foundation and Lung Cancer Canada have joined forces to highlight the hurtful and
Walter Gretzky encourages Canadians to participate in the #MyLungLife Hockey Challenge
The Lung Health Foundation challenges Canadians to give lung health their best shot for a COVID-19-safe fundraising initiative.
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!
Blog
What is Pneumonia, and Why is It Important to Know?
Pneumonia is a lung infection that causes inflammation in one or both lungs, often due to bacteria, viruses, or fungi. When the lungs are infected, the tiny air sacs (alveoli) fill with pus or mucus, leading to symptoms like difficulty breathing, fever, and chest pain. Pneumonia can range from mild to life-threatening, particularly in seniors, people with chronic illnesses, or those with weakened immune systems. It remains a leading cause of hospitalization and death, making awareness and prevention crucial for public health.
‘A Tragedy in the Making’: Approval of Canada’s Proposed $32.5 Billion Big Tobacco Settlement Risks Leaving Millions Living with Lung Disease Behind, Warns National Lung Health Alliance (NLHA)
The National Lung Health Alliance (NLHA) recognizes the successful outcome of ‘Big Tobacco’ settlement compensation plan vote on December 12. Canada’s most powerful lung health advocacy network stands firm in its message to the provinces that the next steps are what really matters.
Lung Cancer Awareness Month highlights (and the 5 next steps that will create more survivors)
Lung Cancer Awareness Month ends on November 30. Our work doesn’t. Look back on the month with us and look forward to a brighter future for the 32,000 Canadians who will be diagnosed this year.