American Lung Association in New Jersey

02/15/2026

Va**ng was marketed as a “safer” alternative, but experts like Panagis Galiatsatos, M.D., MHS, warn that this perception is setting up a new generation for lifelong lung disease.

Today, 1.63 million middle and high school students report using e-cigarettes. Many already show early signs of harm: chronic coughs, recurring bronchitis, asthma that’s harder to control, and decreased endurance during sports.

Learn more about the dangers of va**ng:

Just because it isn’t obvious, doesn’t mean va**ng isn’t negatively affecting your health.

02/04/2026

On World Cancer Day, we pause to recognize the millions of people whose lives have been impacted by cancer in different ways, at different moments and with different outcomes.

About every two minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with lung cancer. But lung cancer is more than a diagnosis or a statistic. Behind every number is a person. A family. A story.

Today, you can take action in a way that’s meaningful to you:
🫁 Share your story: lung.org/share-your-story
📞 Talk to a Lung Health Navigator for personalized lung cancer support at 844-ALA-LUNG
💙 Connect with others impacted by lung cancer by attending an event or volunteering: lung.org/get-involved

Together, we honor every story and keep pushing for earlier detection, better treatment options and lasting hope.

01/28/2026

Our 2026 State of To***co Control report is here!

In 2025, major federal rollbacks weakened the systems that help prevent to***co use and support people who want to quit. That puts years of progress at risk.

Our new report shows how every state is doing and what leaders must do to protect lives. See our state’s grade and read the full report: Lung.org/SOTC

01/15/2026

Living with Alpha-1 brought Bonnie challenges she never expected. But through early detection, holistic care and unwavering advocacy, she not only transformed her own health but also became a passionate voice for patients everywhere. Read her inspirational story:

Bonnie shares her story of being diagnosed with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency and learning to manage the rare disease.

10/01/2025

Congratulations to the below members of our 2025 fundraising clubs! These walkers and teams have gone above and beyond to raise critical funds to defeat lung disease! Shout them out and congratulate them in the comments!

Want to join them in making even greater strides toward lung health? Donations will be accepted until Friday, October 31, at www.lungforce.org/newjersey

09/23/2025

Thank you to the over 500 New Jerseyans who came together at Saturday’s to raise over $89,000 to end lung disease! You are a true FORCE for lung health.

Another round of thanks to Gold Sponsor, Johnson & Johnson, whose partnership helped make this event a success!

09/22/2025

Atlantic City casinos are still clouded in secondhand smoke, and the science is clear: there’s no safe level of exposure. Recent testing found air quality levels inside casinos at “very unhealthy” to “hazardous.”

New Jersey ended smoking in nearly every public space 19 years ago. It’s past time to close this loophole.

New Jersey bans smoking in other public places, but smokers can still light up in the state's nine casinos. We tested the toxicity of that secondhand smoke. It's time to end this sweetheart deal the gaming industry has enjoyed for nearly two decades.

09/20/2025

Hey NJ, it’s Walk Day! We want to thank all our incredible sponsors for their support of this year’s ! Johnson & Johnson, Hackensack Meridian Health, Protect Environmental, Reviveaire LLC, AstraZeneca, Atlantic Health, Daiichi Sankyo US, Jersey Radon

09/19/2025

Thank you to our sponsors who are leading the way to lung health through their support of the 2025 . A special thanks to our Gold Sponsor, Johnson & Johnson, Hero and Champion sponsor, Hackensack Meridian Health and Bronze Sponsor, Protect Environmental. Make sure to visit them at the Walk tomorrow Saturday, September 20, at Duke Island Park and thank them for their support!

There’s still time to sign up to walk with us! Register online by 1 p.m. today at www.LUNGFORCE.org/newjersey or at the Walk.

09/02/2025

Since 2014, Team Terry has braved rain, wind, and anything else the weather brings to walk for Sharon’s mom, Terry. On September 20 at Duke Island Park, join the LUNG FORCE Walk and be part of the community raising funds and hope for everyone impacted by lung cancer.

The American Lung Association's mission is to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease. We do this through education, advocacy, and research.

08/25/2025

📢 researchers! The 2026-27 Awards and cycle is open! Awards include:
Indoor Air Research
Lung Cancer Discovery
Emerging Respiratory Pathogen
Innovation Awards
Catalyst Award
Public Health & Policy
and way more:

08/24/2025

🩵🩵 Together, we are one mighty FORCE, united in hope, love, and courage. Join us for a powerful walk on September 20th at Duke Island Park to honor those we’ve lost, support those who need us, and raise awareness for lung health. Sign up today >>>

The American Lung Association's mission is to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease. We do this through education, advocacy, and research.