As part of this effort, the Association offers summer camps for children with asthma and asthma programs for families, as well as smoking cessation programs for kicking the tobacco habit. By calling the 800 number, you'll be connected to a local ALA affiliate where you can find out about these and other programs. This is a clearinghouse for information on heart, lung, and blood diseases. By writing, calling, or faxing, you can request literature on a variety of conditions, including emphysema and bronchitis. Information specialists are available by phone to answer specific questions about these diseases.
Web site offers information on a national emphysema clinical trial.
National Jewish is a medical and research center devoted entirely to respiratory, allergic and immune system diseases, including asthma, tuberculosis, emphysema, severe allergies, AIDS, cancer and autoimmune diseases, such as lupus. A 24-hour information service. This line offers over 70 menu choices, each with taped information about lung diseases. To receive information on any of these topics, leave your name and address on the answering machine. The Will Rogers Institute is a national charitable health organization working for the understanding of pulmonary diseases and disorders.