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Protect Federal Student Loan Access for Professional Degrees in Health Care
March 30, 2026
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ urges the US Department of Education to recognize physician assistant/associate (PA) and advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) credentials as professional degrees under federal regulations for the purpose of student loan qualifications.
Clean Air Policies Are Critical to Respiratory Health
March 26, 2026
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ urges the EPA to restore the Endangerment Finding and fully reinstate all clean air policies that uphold the EPA’s core mission to protect human health and the environment.
Support for All Communities and a Call for
De-escalation
of Harm
January 26, 2026
- In alignment with our mission and values, ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ calls on the federal administration to prioritize de-escalation of harm and protection of human life in all public safety and enforcement activities.
Addressing the Public Health Implications of Recent Changes to Federal Vaccine Recommendations
January 22, 2026
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ advocates for a national immunization policy grounded in rigorous scientific review, transparent expert deliberation, recommendations that prioritize patient welfare over ideology, and the placement of the highest qualified individuals in decision-making positions.
Supporting the Increasing Access to Lung Cancer Screening Act
November 21, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ has endorsed the bipartisan Increasing Access to Lung Cancer Screening Act, which would expand coverage for lung cancer screening with no cost sharing for patients.
ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ Joins Medical Organizations in Amicus Brief Supporting AAP Lawsuit to Protect Evidence-Based Vaccine Policy
October 15, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ joined 20 medical organizations in an amicus brief supporting AAP’s lawsuit to defend a lawful, transparent, evidence-based federal vaccine policy.
World Oxygen Day
October 2, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ raises awareness for the SOAR Act on World Oxygen Day.
ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ Comments on Nicotine Yield in Cigarettes and Other Products
October 1, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ responds to the FDA’s proposed rule on nicotine yield in cigarettes, urging stronger regulations, immediate implementation, expanded product coverage, and comprehensive support for tobacco cessation and public health.
ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ Advocates for Reducing Harmful Emissions and Protecting Vulnerable Populations
September 30, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ urges the EPA to uphold the Endangerment Finding and strengthen environmental protections, advocating against rollbacks on emission standards to safeguard respiratory health and protect vulnerable populations.
ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ Reinforces Science-Based Medicine as a Guiding Principle
September 29, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ reinforces science-based medicine as a core organizational value, committing to lead with science by supporting scientific discovery, applying evidence-based practices, and promoting trustworthy resources to deliver better outcomes and improve quality of life for everyone.
Safeguarding the Role of Evidence-Based Medicine
September 5, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ believes medical policy must be based on proven, effective therapies and a thorough examination of scientific evidence.
Fact Sheet: New Coverage Guidelines for Noninvasive Ventilation in the Home for the Treatment of COPD
August 20, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ outlines the benefits of the new CMS ruling on noninvasive positive pressure ventilation in the treatment of chronic respiratory failure consequent to COPD.
Supporting the Clinical Trial Modernization Act
August 18, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ expressed support for the Clinical Trial Modernization Act, a bill that would help eliminate cost and geographic barriers to participation in clinical trials.
Supporting the Mobile Cancer Screening Act
August 11, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ expressed support for the Mobile Cancer Screening Act, a bill to address disparities in access by providing funding and support for mobile cancer screening units.
Protecting the Future of Medical Innovation
July 17, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ joined an amicus brief led by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology to oppose NIH’s sudden reduction in indirect cost funding for medical research grants.
ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ Joins Tobacco and Human Rights Initiative Led by ASH
July 1, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ recently cosigned a letter to the Human Rights Council that focused on public health as it relates to global morbidity and mortality caused by tobacco.
ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ Supports Supreme Court Ruling Affirming Continued Coverage of Preventive Care Services
June 30, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ commends the US Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision in Kennedy v Braidwood Management, Inc., which upholds a key provision of the Affordable Care Act that private insurers must continue covering preventive services without cost-sharing.
Safeguarding Evidence-Based Vaccine Policy
June 12, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ calls for the immediate reversal of the unilateral changes made to the structure and membership of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP).
The Respiratory Impact of Federal Funding Cuts
May 2, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ cosigned a letter to the Senate Committee on Appropriations on the profound respiratory consequences of unprecedented funding freezes at NIH.
Affirming the Standards of the Journal
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April 18, 2025
- As the owner of the journal ÌÇÐÄÔ´´, the ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ respects and supports the editorial independence of the journal.
An Update on Supplemental Oxygen Bill in Congress
April 18, 2025
- With the SOAR Act reintroduced in Congress, ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ joins forces with respiratory-focused organizations to advocate for the passage of supplemental oxygen access reform.
ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ Submits Public Comment to CMS on NIPPV Proposed Decision Memo
April 10, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ submits a public comment to CMS in response to its proposed decision memo on noninvasive positive pressure ventilation in the home for the treatment of COPD.
Urging NIH to Reconsider Indirect Cost Policy
March 14, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ cosigned a letter to NIH that urged the institution to reconsider its recently announced policy imposing a 15% cap on indirect cost recovery for grants.
Asking the EPA to Review Ambient Air Quality Standards
March 5, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ cosigned a letter to the EPA on the necessity of aligning National Ambient Air Quality Standards with current science to ensure optimal public health protection.
Protecting Grant Programs and Tax Credits That Benefit Public Health
March 5, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ and other health organizations strongly oppose any rollbacks or weakening of IIJA or IRA provisions through budget reconciliation.
Reaffirming Our Pledge to the Medical Community
January 30, 2025
- Considering recent federal directives, ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ reaffirms its commitment to education and initiatives that advance health equity, reduce barriers to care, and advance the medical profession.
Raising Concern for the Impact of Climate Change on Pulmonary Health
January 27, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ signed on to a letter with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to propose a new heat injury and prevention standard to better protect workers from heat-related health risks.
Working to Secure LGBTQ+ Protections
January 6, 2025
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ and other organizations urge the US Court of Appeals to maintain nondiscrimination protections in the Affordable Care Act for patients of the LGBTQ+ community.
Evidence-Based Medicine Must Lead the Way in Ensuring Public Health
December 9, 2024
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ supports the fundamental responsibility of a public health system to seek out and apply evidence-based medicine in the development of sound policies essential to preventing illness and promoting a healthy society.
Encouraging CMS to Support In-Home Treatment of Chronic Respiratory Failure Related to COPD
October 28, 2024
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ provides public comment to CMS in support of access to in-home noninvasive positive pressure ventilation for the treatment of patients with chronic respiratory failure related to COPD.
Addressing the IV Fluid Shortage
October 15, 2024
- In the wake of Hurricane Helene, ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ calls on the Food and Drug Administration to coordinate efforts to mitigate supply chain challenges that have led to a massive shortage of IV fluids and peritoneal dialysis solutions.
World Oxygen Day Underscores Urgent Need for
Life-Changing
Oxygen Reform
October 2, 2024
- On World Oxygen Day, together with the American Lung Association, ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ calls for support of the Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform (SOAR) Act.
Affirming Health Equity in Medicine in Support of Improving All Patient Outcomes
August 9, 2024
- In accordance with our mission to champion the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of chest diseases and advance the best patient outcomes, ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ is firmly committed to the necessity of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in health care research, education, and delivery.
Supporting Timely Access to Care for Seniors
August 9, 2024
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ endorses the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act to enhance the efficiency and transparency of the prior authorization process.
Putting Pressure on Unauthorized e-Cigarette Products
June 12, 2024
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ and other public health-minded associations urge the regulation and enforcement of unauthorized e-cigarette products coming into the U.S.
National Health Organizations Call on Congress to Support Life-Changing Oxygen Reform
June 4, 2024
- Together with the American Lung Association and other society partners, the ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ (ÌÇÐÄÔ´´) is calling for Congressional support of the Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform (SOAR) Act.
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