News & Blog

We hardly ever stop to take a breath! Keep up-to-date with the Lung Health Foundation’s latest news.

LHF in the News

Woman Hiking
August 19, 2025
Doctors say they’re seeing a growing number of non-smokers contracting lung cancer, warning Canadians to be aware of radon exposure.
Doctor and patient
August 4, 2025
As Ontario commits $1.8 billion to expand access to team-based primary care, the Lung Health Foundation (LHF) is calling on the government to take a vital next step: ensure that Respiratory Therapists and Certified Respiratory Educators (CREs) are included in these frontline care teams.
July 28, 2025
Ontario’s $1.8 billion investment in primary care is a crucial step but we must integrate specialized lung health expertise to address the silent epidemic of respiratory illness, says an expert from the Lung Health Foundation.

Media Release

May 11, 2021
Together with Canada’s Global Nexus for Pandemics and Biological Threats, we’re helping Canadians stay safe and make informed vaccine decisions.
The #MyLungLife "take your best shot" sharable image
July 1, 2020
The Lung Health Foundation challenges Canadians to give lung health their best shot for a COVID-19-safe fundraising initiative.

Blog

January 2, 2025
Great news for Canadians looking to make a difference while maximizing their 2024 tax benefits! The Government of Canada has announced an extension for making charitable donations eligible for the 2024 tax year until February 28, 2025. This measure ensures donors have additional time to support their favorite causes, even if the holiday rush caused delays.
December 20, 2024
Learn about pneumonia, its causes, symptoms, and prevention methods to protect your health from this serious lung infection.
December 13, 2024
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.