The American Lung Association is a U.S.-based public health organization dedicated to saving lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease. Its work spans research, education, and advocacy, bringing together medical professionals, researchers, advocates, and community members. The organization has pursued its mission for over 120 years.
Programs include the Lung HelpLine, staffed by registered nurses and respiratory therapists who provide direct assistance to people navigating lung disease, as well as Freedom From Smoking and Better Breathers Clubs, both designed to build support networks for patients.
The organization's culture emphasizes compassion combined with scientific rigor. It operates under the belief that everyone deserves healthy lungs and clean air to breathe.
