13th December 2012 New research shows that one in seven or 15% of Irish people have an undiagnosed lung condition and that this figure doubles to almost 30% in people over 60 who have a history of smoking. The study presented at the Irish Thoracic Society Annual Scientific Meeting is based on a survey of […]
Nationwide Campaign to Breathe new life into Lung Health
Free lung capacity testing in centres around the country to mark World Spirometry Day on Wednesday, 27th June Friday, 22nd June, 2012: Olympic champion Dr. Ronnie Delany and eleven leading Irish lung health charities and patient advocacy groups have joined forces to urge the public to take a simple, fast and accurate test to measure their […]
‘Love your Lungs’ this Valentine’s Day
Irish Charities join forces to promote healthy lungs Tuesday 13 February: A group of Irish charities have teamed up with Olympic Champion Dr Ronnie Delany to promote healthy lungs by highlighting symptoms of lung disease and the importance of early intervention. The Irish Lung Health Alliance, which comprises the Alpha One Foundation, the Irish Thoracic […]
Dr Ronnie Delany becomes an Ambassador for the ‘Love your Lungs’ Campaign
The Irish Lung Health Alliance is delighted to announce that Dr Ronnie Delany, renowned Irish Olympic Champion has joined the ‘Love your Lungs’ campaign as an ambassador. Given Dr Delany’s sporting achievements, he is a perfect embodiment of the link between good lung function and athleticism. He won a gold medal for Ireland in the […]