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Senate Passes Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act

On June 11, 2009, the U.S. Senate took the nation one step closer to permanently altering the face of public health in America as it passed the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act, which grants the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) oversight over the manufacture and sale of cigarettes and other tobacco products.

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How Healthy Is the Air You Breathe?

What’s the state of your air? Is it healthy? Or too often a noxious mix of chemicals and particles that can damage your lungs and even shorten your life? The American Lung Association’s tenth annual State of the Air Report shows what’s in our air—by location— and how the air we breathe continues to threaten the lives and health of millions of Americans.

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Behind the Headlines: Swine Flu

The Centers for Disease and Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported several cases of swine flu in a number of states in the U.S. What is swine flu? How can you help safeguard yourself? The American Lung Association can help you learn more.

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AAE National Asthma Education Review Course

On June 5 & 6, join healthcare professionals from across Alaska for an in-depth study of asthma management at the Association of Asthma Educators National Asthma Educator Review Course in Anchorage.

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Mt. Redoubt Eruption

Information and links on preparation and clean up.

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2008 Report on Tobacco Control

2008 Report on Tobacco Control

Since 2003, the ALA's report has issued letter grades to each state three areas: Tobacco Prevention and Control Spending; Smokefree Air; and Cigarette Tax. This year, a new and important category was added: Cessation Coverage.

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American Lung Association’s Many Faces of Influenza Urge Vaccination through the Winter and Spring

The American Lung Association is making it a little easier for people to get their flu shot this season with its 2008-2009 Flu Clinic Locator. The largest online directory of public influenza vaccination clinics is now available.

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Turn Your Vacations into Donations!

Turn Your Vacations into Donations!

American Lung Association of Alaska now has its own Travel Website.

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Donate your old vehicle today!

Donate your old vehicle today!

It’s easy and convenient. Donate your used car or truck to the American Lung Association® of Alaska.

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