02 May 2024
New research funding to transform Australian’s future health
Lung Foundation Australia strongly supports today’s announcement of a $1.89 billion investment into a transformation of health and medical research in Australia by the Federal Government.
02 May 2024
Time to Plunge In For Lungs
Lung Foundation Australia needs Aussies to dive, jump and splash into the ocean, pool or ice bath this May for Lung Health Awareness Month, fundraising to help improve lung health and protect future generations from lung disease.
19 Apr 2024
Flu shots should be made free for all Australians ahead of warnings for horror season
Lung Foundation Australia is calling for the flu vaccine to be made free for all Australians no matter which State or Territory they live in, this World Immunisation Week (April 24-30), ahead of what experts are warning could be a horror flu season.
15 Apr 2024
Management tool available to empower families with their child’s lung health
With the coming months commonly bringing a rise in influenza and other respiratory infections, researchers are highlighting the importance of looking after your lung health.
15 Apr 2024
Cost of living hits lung disease community hard
New Lung Foundation Australia findings have highlighted cost of living pressures impacting people with a lung disease.
04 Apr 2024
Australia takes new steps toward engineered stone ban
Lung Foundation Australia has commended new proactive steps agreed to by State and Commonwealth Governments to ensure Australia’s ban on the use and importation of engineered stone will meet its July 1 start date.
02 Apr 2024
Cutting edge cancer research to help change the game for patients
Innovative new research projects targeting improved lung cancer outcomes have now been given the green light through joint Lung Foundation Australia and Cancer Australia funding.
22 Mar 2024
2024 Lung Health Legends Award Winners
We are so pleased to announce our 2024 Lung Health Legend Award winners. These awards recognise individuals who have contributed over a substantial period of time to advancing Lung Foundation Australia’s Mission and Vision.
08 Mar 2024
Lived Experience Research
Fundamental to Lung Foundation Australia being able to support Australians with lung disease and lung cancer to live their best lives, is having a true appreciation and understanding of the experience of those affected.
20 Feb 2024
New silicosis support services to help Aussie workers and their families
Australia’s peak lung health organisation is preparing for a significant influx of new silicosis diagnoses in coming years with vital support services now well in place for patients and their families