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HEALTH GROUPS STRANGELY OPPOSE EFFECTIVE AND PROVEN SMOKING CESSATION PRODUCTS

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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TORONTO, Feb. 21, 2024 /CNW/ - Public health groups across the country have found a new enemy in their war on nicotine: smoking cessation products.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 21, 2024 /CNW/ - Public health groups across the country have found a new enemy in their war on nicotine: smoking cessation products.
  • These so-called health groups are pushing to make life saving products harder to buy and less appealing than cigarettes.
  • Shouldn't they be making sure that smoking cessation products are available to adults who smoke and easy for them to purchase?"
  • We will fight for all kinds of effective smoking cessation products."

A New Report Shows Lung Cancer Survival Rate Gains, Lingering Disparities, And an Urgent Need to Increase Screening and Proactive Prevention

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The newly released 2023 "State of Lung Cancer" report from the American Lung Association shows lung cancer survival rates rise but, sadly, cases continue to climb highlighting the need for proactive prevention. Although Lung Cancer Awareness Month is ending, increasing awareness surrounding radon-induced lung cancer is still needed to prevent this deadly disease.

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  • To Prevent Lung Cancer, the American Lung Association and Protect Environmental, Partner to Provide No-Cost Professional Radon Testing
    LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The newly released 2023 "State of Lung Cancer" report from the American Lung Association shows lung cancer survival rates rise but, sadly, cases continue to climb highlighting the need for proactive prevention.
  • Although Lung Cancer Awareness Month is ending, increasing awareness surrounding radon-induced lung cancer is still needed to prevent this deadly disease.
  • Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer and is responsible for about 21,000 lung cancer deaths in the U.S. every year.
  • Take a quiz to see if you or a loved one are eligible for lung cancer screening: Lung cancer screening is key to early detection of the disease.

Professional Basketball Player Jason Preston Joins American Lung Association Ambassador Council to Honor Mother

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Monday, November 27, 2023
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CHICAGO , Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Professional basketball player Jason Preston was first introduced to the sport by his mother, Judith Sewell, with whom he shared his love for the game. When Preston was just 16-years-old, his mother passed away from lung cancer. Today, the American Lung Association announced that Preston has joined its elite Ambassador Council to honor the memory of his mother and raise awareness for lung cancer and the dangers of secondhand smoke.

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  • During Lung Cancer Awareness Month, Preston honors the memory of his mother who died from lung cancer
    CHICAGO , Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Professional basketball player Jason Preston was first introduced to the sport by his mother, Judith Sewell, with whom he shared his love for the game.
  • Today, the American Lung Association announced that Preston has joined its elite Ambassador Council to honor the memory of his mother and raise awareness for lung cancer and the dangers of secondhand smoke.
  • During November for Lung Cancer Awareness Month, Preston partnered with his alma mater, Ohio University, to raise awareness for lung cancer and early detection of the disease.
  • During Ohio University's Men Basketball home opener on November 8th, the team wore warm-up shirts dedicated to Lung Cancer Awareness.

Health Canada makes it legal for flavoured nicotine products from Imperial Tobacco to be sold to children

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 14, 2023 /CNW/ - Health Canada has approved the sale of flavoured nicotine pouches by Imperial Tobacco Canada Ltd. in such a way that the products can be legally sold to children of any age.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 14, 2023 /CNW/ - Health Canada has approved the sale of flavoured nicotine pouches by Imperial Tobacco Canada Ltd. in such a way that the products can be legally sold to children of any age.
  • On July 18, 2023, a sister company of Imperial Tobacco was given approval to sell flavoured nicotine pouches under the Natural Health Product Regulations, with the products containing nicotine but not tobacco.
  • It is completely legal for stores to sell these flavoured nicotine pouches to children of any age.
  • How can it possibly be legal to sell to children flavoured nicotine products from a tobacco company?"

New Report Shows Significant Lung Cancer Survival Rate Gains, Lingering Disparities and Urgent Need for Increased Screening

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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CHICAGO, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lung cancer survival rates are improving for everyone, including people of color, according to the American Lung Association's 2023 "State of Lung Cancer" report, released today. The five-year lung cancer survival rate for people of color has increased by 17% in the last two years, helping close the health disparity gap.

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  • American Lung Association's 'State of Lung Cancer' report reveals improvement in survival rate for people of color, examines toll of lung cancer state-by-state
    CHICAGO, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lung cancer survival rates are improving for everyone, including people of color, according to the American Lung Association's 2023 "State of Lung Cancer" report , released today.
  • We are encouraged by the work being done to eliminate lung cancer stigma, increase lung cancer screening and improve lung cancer treatment," said Harold Wimmer, President and CEO of the American Lung Association.
  • Lung cancer screening with annual low-dose CT scans for those at high risk can reduce the lung cancer death rate by up to 20%.
  • The 2023 "State of Lung Cancer" report highlights that states must do more to reduce the burden of lung cancer and encourages everyone to help end lung cancer.

Olympus Corp. of the Americas to Host Panel Discussion on Lung Cancer Screening Guidelines and Eligibility

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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CENTER VALLEY, Pa., Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, Olympus Corp. of the Americas (OCA) and the American Lung Association are partnering to raise awareness around the importance of early detection and provide a better understanding of eligibility around lung cancer screening guidelines.

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  • CENTER VALLEY, Pa., Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, Olympus Corp. of the Americas (OCA) and the American Lung Association are partnering to raise awareness around the importance of early detection and provide a better understanding of eligibility around lung cancer screening guidelines.
  • The event, "Breathing Life into Lung Cancer Awareness," will look at the current state of lung cancer in the U.S. and highlight the importance of early detection.
  • Olympus and the Lung Association want to help people understand who is at risk for lung cancer, for whom a screening is recommended based on the updated U.S Preventive Services Task Force guidelines and what a screening involves.
  • Dr. Stahlnecker, a paid consultant for Olympus, will also address the importance of lung cancer staging once cancer is diagnosed.

Lung Association Launches 'COPD for Life' to Enhance Lives of People Living with Long-Term COPD

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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CHICAGO, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a life-long chronic lung disease that makes it difficult to breathe. During COPD Awareness Month in November, the American Lung Association launched the new "COPD for Life" campaign, with support from Sanofi and Regeneron, to help people who have been living with the disease for ten or more years live better, more active and enjoyable lives.

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  • COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema, is a long-term lung disease that makes it hard to breathe.
  • Women, people of lower socioeconomic status, and those living in rural areas have a greater likelihood of developing COPD and poor disease-related outcomes.
  • As a part of this campaign, the Lung Association conducted a comprehensive review of literature to examine how to best help people living with COPD.
  • The Lung Association will provide resources that are more accessible to those carrying the highest burden of COPD.

HAYLEY WICKENHEISER AND MERCK CANADA FACE-OFF AGAINST LUNG CANCER

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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KIRKLAND, QC, Nov. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - This month, Hayley Wickenheiser and Merck Canada are teaming up to challenge all Canadians to help change the odds on lung cancer by getting informed and taking early action against the disease.

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  • KIRKLAND, QC, Nov. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - This month, Hayley Wickenheiser and Merck Canada are teaming up to challenge all Canadians to help change the odds on lung cancer by getting informed and taking early action against the disease.
  • Behind the 'Be the MVP' campaign is also a network of organizations dedicated to supporting patients and improving the lung health of Canadians: Lung Cancer Canada, the Lung Health Foundation, l'Association pulmonaire du Québec, Coalition Priorité Cancer au Québec and the Canadian Lung Association.
  • "Early detection of lung cancer may respond more to treatment, and we're pleased to see Merck Canada and Hayley bringing awareness to this important issue with the Be the MVP campaign," said Shem Singh, Executive Director, Lung Cancer Canada.
  • "We are proud to partner with Hayley Wickenheiser and work with lung health advocacy organizations across Canada to empower Canadians to take charge of their own health and get informed about lung cancer," said Marwan Akar, President and Managing Director, Merck Canada.

American Lung Association Funds $13.6 Million in Research for a Future Free of Lung Disease

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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CHICAGO, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the American Lung Association Research Institute announced it awarded $13.6 million in research grants to fund 129 innovative projects to advance today's science to end the burden of lung disease tomorrow. Lung research is critical because one in 10 people in the U.S. are living with a lung disease and each year, millions of people are impacted by respiratory viruses like COVID-19 and influenza.

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  • Organization funds 129 promising research grants on lung cancer, asthma, COVID-19 and more
    CHICAGO, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the American Lung Association Research Institute announced it awarded $13.6 million in research grants to fund 129 innovative projects to advance today's science to end the burden of lung disease tomorrow.
  • Through the Awards and Grants Program, the Lung Association supports trailblazing research, novel ideas and innovative approaches.
  • The Lung Association's Awards and Grants Program promotes innovative research, collaboration, translation of discoveries and scientific exchange to transform today's science into tomorrow's solutions," said Harold Wimmer, President and CEO of the American Lung Association.
  • For more information about the new grant awardees and the entire American Lung Association research team, visit Lung.org/research-team .

Asthma Education for All: American Lung Association Reveals Newly Updated Interactive Asthma Course

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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CHICAGO, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the American Lung Association announced that it updated its free Asthma Basics online course with the most current information about asthma, with more videos and interactive and gamified features.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the American Lung Association announced that it updated its free Asthma Basics online course with the most current information about asthma, with more videos and interactive and gamified features.
  • Asthma Basics is a free interactive course offered in English and Spanish that can be accessed online or provided as an in-person or virtual live workshop.
  • Just last year, the Lung Association had more than 5,400 people enroll in the Asthma Basics course.
  • "Asthma Basics encourages better asthma management by highlighting what asthma is, symptoms and triggers, types of asthma medication, asthma action plans and how to respond to a breathing emergency," said Cindy Trubisky, MS Ed, AE-C, Senior Director of asthma programs for the American Lung Association.