Federal Election Comment
Lung Foundation Australia has a strong working relationship with the Government and are looking forward to working with the Albanese government who won their second…
Influenza set to soar to new heights in 2025 – but it doesn’t have to
This World Immunisation Week (24 – 30 April) Lung Foundation Australia is urging Australians to take vaccination seriously and play their part in stopping rates…
First Nations communities urged to get free flu shots now
Lung Foundation Australia is reminding First Nations communities to protect themselves against the flu this winter by getting a free flu shot now. Lung Foundation…
Australians urged not to be complacent with annual COVID-19 vaccination
Lung Foundation Australia is joining forces with a coalition of Australia’s leading health organisations to urge people to get their annual COVID-19 vaccination. Lung Foundation…
LFA Media Statement: Budget 2025-26 “Building Australia’s Future”
This year’s Federal Budget outlined some wins for health including better access to bulk-billed GP appointments, more Medicare Urgent Care Clinics and cheaper PBS payments. …
2025 Lung Health Legends Award Winners
We are so pleased to announce our 2025 Lung Health Legend Award winners. These awards recognise individuals who have contributed over a substantial period of…
Trailblazing Lung Cancer researcher awarded $10,000 on International Women’s Day
Lung Foundation Australia has given a $10,000 award to Melbourne lung cancer researcher Dr Tracy Leong to further her professional development. Dr Leong was recognised…
Barbara’s Story: Finding strength, support, and community with Lung Foundation Australia
For Barbara Prins, a diagnosis of Bronchiectasis and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) in 2020 changed everything. An active, independent person, she suddenly found herself…
New COVID-19 Booster protects you and your loved ones this holiday season
As we celebrate the festive season with our loved ones, Lung Foundation Australia is urging all Australians to be mindful of COVID-19 and ensure they…
New National preventive health monitoring dashboard now available to help track progress against targets from the National Preventive Health Strategy
Lung Foundation Australia welcomes the release of the new National preventive health monitoring dashboard by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. Introduced on 12…