Since 2000, many asthma patients have used Flovent as their go-to inhaler. However, in January 2024, drugmaker GSK announced the discontinuation of Flovent, in favor of producing a generic version. Prescription inhalers contain medications that prevent and treat...
In Illinois and across the nation, the surge in youth vaping isn’t just a matter of experimentation; it’s a public health crisis that demands immediate attention. Children are exposing themselves to harmful chemicals like nicotine and formaldehyde, which jeopardizes...
This month, Phillip Morris International introduced ZYN, a nicotine pouch produced by Swedish Match, to the US market. This product is a small, occasionally flavored, pouch that is placed behind the lip to release nicotine to the user. Unfortunately, the product is...
February 7, 2024 – Chicago, IL – Respiratory Health Association (RHA) applauds the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) decision to significantly tighten the national ambient air quality standard for fine particulate matter (commonly called “soot”). As a respiratory irritant, fine particle pollution increases the number of asthma attacks, emergency room visits, respiratory hospitalizations, and premature […]
Evanston has once again shown itself to be a leader in the state of Illinois by keeping its residents safe from the health impacts of consuming tobacco products. In a City Council meeting on November 27, the Evanston City Council voted 6-3 to pass an ordinance banning...
CHICAGO – Respiratory Health Association (RHA), in partnership with ComEd, the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP), the Argonne and Oak Ridge national laboratories, announced it has been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to receive one of...
February 8, 2023 – Chicago, IL – January 2023 marks 15 years since the Smoke Free Illinois Act went into effect, banning smoking in public spaces across the state. This law has saved an estimated 37,000 lives in Illinois, helped reduce heart attacks and other health...
CHICAGO, IL - Towerrunning USA, in conjunction with Respiratory Health Association, is pleased to announce the 2025 Towerrunning USA Championship will be partnering with Hustle Chicago stair climb next year. The race takes place on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at the...
September 20, 2024 – CHICAGO – Respiratory Health Association (RHA) is proud to announce the election of ComEd Executive Jason Decker to the Board of Directors. He will play a crucial role in helping steer the strategic direction of RHA and supporting initiatives that...
August 27, 2024 – Chicago, IL – Respiratory Health Association is proud to announce the election of Khalilah Gates, MD, to the Board of Directors. A noted educator, researcher, and published author, Dr. Gates has collaborated with RHA numerous times in the past. Most...