We hardly ever stop to take a breath! Keep up-to-date with the Lung Health Foundation’s latest news.
LHF in the News
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.
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
June 10, 2020
The Black Lives Matter movement has inspired the Lung Health Foundation to work harder to address inequality in respiratory care.
June 1, 2020
After months of consistent patient advocacy, the Patented Medicines Prices Review Board (PMPRB) has announced that they will delay the implementation of their pricing guidelines until January 2021.
Blog
June 19, 2024
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.
June 1, 2024
June is Pride Month — a time to celebrate, support, and breathe in solidarity with Canada’s 1.3 million 2SLGBTQI+ community members. As national leaders in lung health, Pride Month is a chance for the Lung Health Foundation to highlight persistent lung health inequities that the 2SLGBTQI+ community faces, while re-affirming our commitment to finding empowering solutions.
May 31, 2024
We support the government’s plan to take action to protect kids from the serious health risks associated with nicotine and vaping.
