American Lung Association in New Jersey

04/22/2026

Today we release the American Lung Association’s 2026 “State of the Air” report, and the findings are clear: too many children - nearly half - are growing up breathing unhealthy air.

Despite decades of progress, 152 million people of all ages still live in areas with unhealthy levels of ozone or particle pollution. Recent EPA rollbacks will result in even more pollution in the air we breathe.

This Earth Day, join us in calling on EPA to protect the health of every child.

Read the full “State of the Air” report and see how your community scored: Lung.org/sota

04/18/2026

Registration is open for the 2026 LUNG FORCE Walk New Jersey on Saturday, September 26 at TD Bank Ballpark! Join us at our exciting new location and walk to raise vital awareness and funds for American Lung Association research, education, and advocacy to support healthy lungs and end lung disease! We can’t wait to see you there!

Register today! www.lungforce.org/newjersey

04/13/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended the Fresh Air Resource Fair on Saturday, April 11 at the CityPlex Theater Parking Lot in Newark! Thank you to our partners University Hospital and Screen NJ for helping us share information on lung health, smoking cessation, raise vital awareness about lung cancer screening, and more! It was a great day filled with community, learning, and fun!

04/09/2026

Join us for our first ever Fresh Air Resource Fair this Saturday, April 11 at the CityPlex Theater Parking Lot in Newark.

We are proud to partner with University Hospital and Screen NJ to share important resources with the community, including information on lung cancer screening eligibility, smoking cessation, and more. Stop by, get informed, and take a step toward better lung health with us!

03/24/2026

03/15/2026

“To have it happen to my baby when it did...it was unbelievable.”

Sarah shares the scary experience of her catching RSV at only six weeks old. Learn more about her story and tips for new parents to protect their child from RSV. https://on.lung.org/3MYGSja

02/28/2026

99% of our past COPD Educator Course participants highly recommend our on demand course to their colleagues!

Ready to join the ranks of satisfied educators? Embrace new knowledge and make a real impact with our On-Demand COPD Educator Course here: https://on.lung.org/3GqVmWx

02/15/2026

Va**ng was marketed as a “safer” alternative, but experts like Panagis Galiatsatos, M.D., MHS, warn that this perception is setting up a new generation for lifelong lung disease.

Today, 1.63 million middle and high school students report using e-cigarettes. Many already show early signs of harm: chronic coughs, recurring bronchitis, asthma that’s harder to control, and decreased endurance during sports.

Learn more about the dangers of va**ng:

Just because it isn’t obvious, doesn’t mean va**ng isn’t negatively affecting your health.

02/04/2026

On World Cancer Day, we pause to recognize the millions of people whose lives have been impacted by cancer in different ways, at different moments and with different outcomes.

About every two minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with lung cancer. But lung cancer is more than a diagnosis or a statistic. Behind every number is a person. A family. A story.

Today, you can take action in a way that’s meaningful to you:
🫁 Share your story: lung.org/share-your-story
📞 Talk to a Lung Health Navigator for personalized lung cancer support at 844-ALA-LUNG
💙 Connect with others impacted by lung cancer by attending an event or volunteering: lung.org/get-involved

Together, we honor every story and keep pushing for earlier detection, better treatment options and lasting hope.

01/28/2026

Our 2026 State of To***co Control report is here!

In 2025, major federal rollbacks weakened the systems that help prevent to***co use and support people who want to quit. That puts years of progress at risk.

Our new report shows how every state is doing and what leaders must do to protect lives. See our state’s grade and read the full report: Lung.org/SOTC

01/15/2026

Living with Alpha-1 brought Bonnie challenges she never expected. But through early detection, holistic care and unwavering advocacy, she not only transformed her own health but also became a passionate voice for patients everywhere. Read her inspirational story:

Bonnie shares her story of being diagnosed with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency and learning to manage the rare disease.

10/01/2025

Congratulations to the below members of our 2025 fundraising clubs! These walkers and teams have gone above and beyond to raise critical funds to defeat lung disease! Shout them out and congratulate them in the comments!

Want to join them in making even greater strides toward lung health? Donations will be accepted until Friday, October 31, at www.lungforce.org/newjersey