American Lung Association in New Jersey

09/02/2026

Are you on the leaderboard? 🥇With just over 3 weeks until the LUNG FORCE Walk New Jersey, we’re highlighting our current top fundraising individuals and teams who are going above and beyond to raise funds to end lung disease in New Jersey and nationwide! Thank you for all you do! 💙

Want to join them? Register to walk with us on September 26 at TD Bank Ballpark at www.lungforce.org/newjersey!

09/01/2026

September is Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month 💙

If you or a loved one is living with pulmonary fibrosis, you don’t have to do it alone. Our Lung Health Navigators are lung health experts — nurses and respiratory therapists — offering free, one-on-one support.

They can help answer your questions, explore treatment options and manage daily challenges. Learn more about our Lung Health Navigator program: https://bit.ly/4qMclJj

08/28/2026

"My child's COVID was mild — so we're in the clear, right?"

We sat down with Dr. Uzma Hasan, Regional Director of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at Northern New Jersey Barnabas Health Medical Group, to answer parents' freqeuntly asked questions about Long Covid. She helped open one of the first pediatric Long COVID clinics in the country and is currently researching how it affects kids.

Swipe through to see what Dr. Hasan says every parent should know before the school year starts: https://bit.ly/4iAu9Vq

08/27/2026

Hey NJ Walkers, the countdown is on! We're less than 30 days away from the LUNG FORCE Walk New Jersey on Saturday, September 26 at TD Bank Ballpark in Bridgewater, NJ! 📆

Join us to help fund lifesaving lung health programs and research in New Jersey and nationwide!

👉 Register at www.lungforce.org/newjersey

08/26/2026

08/18/2026

With so much to manage during the back-to-school season, lung health can easily be overlooked. We’re here to make it easier for parents, students, healthcare providers and school staff. 🔗 https://on.lung.org/3yGudhR

08/15/2026

Back-to-school season is the perfect time to think about your child's lung health. From dust and mold to fragrances, cleaning products and the potential pressure to v**e or use to***co, there are many factors that can affect young lungs. Learn how to create healthier spaces for your child at school and at home: https://bit.ly/4xFEHHf

08/13/2026

Did you know that TD Bank Ballpark was opened over 27 years ago? ⚾️

This year, you could be part of LUNG FORCE Walk New Jersey history as we walk for lung health at our NEW location! Join us at TD Bank Ballpark on September 26!

Register here 👉www.lungforce.org/newjersey

08/11/2026

Thank you to all who attended the 6th Annual Vito “Butchy” Derenzis Lung Cancer Awareness Softball Tournament on Saturday in support of the LUNG FORCE Walk New Jersey, hosted by team Love Lungs!

It was a great day on Staten Island filled with games, raffle prizes, and community. Thank you to all who participated, attended, and donated!

08/07/2026

Hew New Jersey Walkers! Want to be entered to win 2 free tickets to a Yankee game of your choice? 🎟️

Here’s how to enter:
- Register for the LUNG FORCE Walk New Jersey on September 26 at TD Bank Ballpark
- Every donation made to your www.lungforce.org/newjersey fundraising page between today, September 7 and 11:59pm on Sunday, September 9 earns you one entry!

Don’t strike out on this amazing prize! We can’t wait to see you at the ballpark! ⚾️

Questions? Email [email protected]