American Lung Association of Pennsylvania

The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy, and research. The Pennsylvania branch, now integrated into the national organization, focuses on local public health initiatives including tobacco control, air quality advocacy, and patient support for respiratory illnesses. They fund significant medical research aimed at finding cures for lung cancer and other chronic lung diseases while providing professional education for healthcare providers. The organization is also heavily involved in legislative advocacy to promote clean air acts and public health policies at both the state and federal levels.