Planned EPA Rollbacks and What It Means for Clean Air, the Climate and Lung Health

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced 31 sweeping actions to roll back and undermine important clean air protections, which we have fought for and won after years of tireless advocacy.

In response, American Lung Association President and CEO Harold Wimmer stated exactly what this would mean for the health of the country:

“The actions announced today would constitute a historic handout to polluters at the direct expense of the health of families across America.” --  Harold Wimmer.

Altogether, these actions constitute a tragedy for health and serious threat to our nation’s lung health.

What About the Progress We've Made on Clean Air?
Many of you have asked about what this means for clean air progress, whether regulations can be undone by executive order, and whether Congress can roll back clean air rules. We answer those and other questions in the following: Deep Dive: Is the Recent Federal Clean Air Progress We Made Undone Now?

Want To Get Involved and Help?
Now more than ever we need supporters to step up and advocate for clean air and lung health. The guide below offers many options according to your area of interest and availability.

TIPS TO BECOME AN ADVOCATE

High Severity Flu Season: Get Vaccinated

For the first time in seven years, we are in the midst of a high severity flu season that is impacting all age groups.

The best way to protect yourself against influenza (the flu) is by getting a flu shot.

Flu vaccination helps to prevent severe illness and hospitalization, reducing the likelihood of missed work, school and vacation.

FIND A VACCINE NEAR YOU

It's Time To Climb

Between now and June, over twenty thousand people, including firefighters and first responders, will climb stairs in iconic skyscrapers and stadiums across the country at our popular Fight For Air Climb events.

We will be stepping up to support lung health and clean air, and to honor people living with lung disease who are fighting for every breath.

The good news is you still have time to join us on the stairs, but don’t wait too long as space is limited.

Our Climbs are designed to accommodate every type of stair?climber, from beginners to elite climbers.

FIND YOUR CLIMB

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Talking to Your Child About Vaping: A Guide for Parents, Guardians and Caregivers

Learn how to talk to your child about vaping and nicotine use by taking our new one?hour course. It’s free and designed to help parents, guardians and caregivers recognize tobacco use, intervene effectively and support the quitting process.

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Free Course on Infectious Respiratory Disease

Take the Lung Association’s free Infectious Respiratory Disease Basics Course to improve your knowledge of infectious respiratory diseases, prevention strategies, immunizations and treatment options. This course is designed for parents and caregivers, as well as health professionals looking for resources to share with patients.

TAKE THE COURSE

Plan Now to Get 2025 Tax Benefits While Helping to Prevent Lung Disease

You can make a gift from your IRA to the American Lung Association and make a lasting difference for people living with lung disease.

If you are 70½ or older, you may be eligible to make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) and avoid paying income taxes on your donation.

QCD Information.