Upcoming Webinar: Chronic Cough
October 25, 2022If you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with chronic cough, you know it's not "just a cough". Chronic cough can be debilitating — physically, emotionally and socially. Join us for our free upcoming webinar
MoreCLA and CIHR invest in research on the respiratory effects of Long COVID
October 12, 2022We are pleased to report the results of the Respiratory Health Effects of Long COVID Operating Grant Competition. Together with our partners the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Institutes of Circulatory and
MoreSave the dates for WNCD 2023
September 27, 2022The World Non-Communicable Diseases Congress 2023 will be held both virtually and in person at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre from June 25 to 30. This year's theme is Equitable and Sustainable Health for All. The
MoreSeptember 25 is World Lung Day
September 16, 2022The theme for World Lung Day (Sept. 25) this year is "Health for All". The Canadian Lung Association encourages you to learn more about the global inequalities in lung disease prevention, research and treatment
MoreWEBINAR: How to prepare for the September asthma spike
September 9, 2022Learn how to prepare for the September asthma spike and avoid unnecessary time off school or work this fall. Tuesday, Sep 13, 2022 07:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada) Emergency room visits for asthma spike in
MoreSeeking patient advisors: Chronic cough
July 4, 2022If you are suffering from chronic cough (a cough that has lasted 8 weeks or more), consider becoming a patient advisor for the Canadian Lung Association. We are seeking patient advisors from across Canada to help develop
MoreNew proposed tobacco product labelling regulations mark bold approach
June 10, 2022Today, the Honourable Carolyn Bennett announced significant new measures to Canada’s regulations on tobacco product labelling that ensure harms to lung health cannot be overlooked. Chief amongst these measures is the
MoreHelping Ontarians breathe easier: Recommended priority areas and new initiatives for the returning Ontario government
June 6, 2022Following the recent provincial election, the Canadian Lung Association is eager to continue working with the Ontario government to support the lung health and well-being of Ontarians. Both tobacco use (including e
MoreSupporting the Next Generation of Respiratory Research
May 6, 2022The Canadian Lung Association’s annual studentship and fellowship competition recently awarded two fellowships and one graduate studentship to outstanding trainees in respiratory research. This investment of nearly $50
MoreLet’s clear the air
May 2, 2022We are proud to announce the launch of a new campaign to raise awareness about the importance of breathing tests for those with suspected asthma or COPD.Asthma and COPD are among the most common chronic diseases in
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