31 May 2023
New stats show World No Tobacco Day still needed
This World No Tobacco Day, Lung Foundation Australia pauses to reflect on the many steps our nation has taken to curb tobacco use while highlighting the insidious methods of Big Tobacco when it comes to issues like vaping, which show the fight is still far from over.
10 May 2023
Lung Foundation Australia welcomes vital funding
Lung Foundation Australia says overall funding for lung health announced in the Federal Budget is further proof the Albanese Government is committed to tackling lung disease and improving the nation’s lung health.
03 May 2023
New National Tobacco Strategy: reenergise smoking reform and tackle vaping crisis
The nation’s peak lung health body has welcomed the launch of the 2023-2030 National Tobacco Strategy and urges all Australian governments to fund its implementation.
02 May 2023
Lung Foundation Australia welcomes investment in a National Targeted Lung Cancer Screening Program
Today’s announcement of a National Targeted Lung Cancer Screening Program is a momentous step forward for all Australians.
28 Apr 2023
Prescription changes a lifeline: Lung Foundation Australia
Australia’s peak lung health body has welcomed changes to the nation’s prescription system, which will be massively beneficial to the 1 in 3 Australians living with a lung disease.
02 Aug 2023
Lung Foundation Australia welcomes Long COVID inquiry findings
Lung Foundation Australia has welcomed the release of the Federal Government’s parliamentary inquiry into Long COVID
20 Apr 2023
Long COVID needs Long-term Plan
Lung Foundation Australia is warning people not to get complacent about the risk of COVID-19 infections or reinfections as the winter flu season approaches, raising concerns about the growing number of people living with Long COVID in need of ongoing care.
16 Mar 2023
Lung Health Research Grants deliver hope, but more investment critical
Lung Foundation Australia congratulates all recipients of the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grants announced yesterday, a vital step toward new discoveries and new hope for millions of Australians and others around the world
14 Mar 2023
2023 Lung Health Legend Award Winners
We are so pleased to announce our 2023 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.
09 Mar 2023
Specialist lung cancer nurses needed desperately in regional NSW
Boots on the ground support for NSW residents with lung cancer in regional and rural areas is Lung Foundation Australia’s number one commitment priority for all parties in the current State election.
