Resources- Specific Diagnosis Card Catalog- Lung Disease
Also see: Cystic Fibrosis, Asthma, Central Hypoventilation Syndrome
Who to Contact
American Lung Association (ALA)
61 Broadway, 6th Floor
NY, NY 10006
212-315-8700
(800) 586-4872
Web: www.lungusa.org
Its mission is to prevent lung disease and promote lung health. The American Lung Association is applying the same expertise it used in greatly reducing the threat of tuberculosis to wipe out other threats to lung health, like asthma, influenza, emphysema, lung cancer and other life threatening conditions. For more information on lung health programs, and special events, call your local American Lung Association at 1-800-LUNG-USA (1-800-586-4872)
Where to go to Chat with Others?
Lung GERD
Welcome to lung-gerd. We are a group of parents who have children with respiratory and reflux issues. We come together for support, information, experience, sharing, caring and hope. Please join our group and find a safe place to be.
Lung Parents
This Paediatric Lung Support Group is for parents of children who have chronic lung diseases of all types. Health care professionals, friends of parents are also welcome to join this group. Parents of adult children over 21 years of age are also welcome to join this list.
Interstitial Lung Kids · Pediatric Interstitial Lung Disease
This group offers support for Children, Teens, and their Caregivers who must deal with the complex group of disorders known as Interstitial Lung Disease.
Chronic Lung Disease Web Board and Chat Room
Click on Chronic Lung Disease Forum
Learn More About It
What Is Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia?
Frequently asked questions about Hyaline Membrane Disease / Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Interstitial Lung Disease in Children
Links
British Lung Foundation - United Kingdom
Canadian Lung Association - Canada
Chronic Lung Disease (CLD) Resource
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
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