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In Memory of Rolando Andrewn

Statement from Lori Taylor, Executive Director of Breathe DC: It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that I inform you that our CEO, Founder, Chairman, and friend of Breathe DC, Rolando Andrewn, unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at Inova Fairfax Hospital. As you reflect on the impact of his life […]

FDA Is Right: Ending Menthol Sales Saves Lives

Breathe DC applauds the decision by President Biden and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to move to end the sale of menthol flavored cigarettes.

Picnic Anyone? DC Residents Get Together Outdoors

With physical distancing still an important part of stopping the spread of COVID-19, DC residents are staying safe while still finding a way to get together outdoors.

Recognizing and Breaking Smoking Trigger Patterns

Many smokers have “pattern triggers” or something that connects an everyday activity to smoking. Learn five common triggers and how to break free from them.

Rollie Rhymes: Tobacco Dead Ends

The “Tobacco Dead Ends” poem, the latest installment of poetry stories from our chief executive Rolando Andrewn, offers a look back at how Rollie started–and stopped–smoking.

Quitting Smoking Cold Turkey

Quitting smoking has many benefits, but it’s no easy task, especially quitting cold turkey. Explore the pros and cons, and learn 4 Steps to Quit Cold Turkey.

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We're Stronger Together in the Fight Against Tobacco! The 2022 DC Tobacco Control Summit is in-person and online, Thursday, September 22nd. Expert panels, community roundtable discussions, DC tobacco-free goals. Register Now - Space is Limited! 2022dcquits.eventbrite.com #DCQuits ... See MoreSee Less

Were Stronger Together in the Fight Against Tobacco! The 2022 DC Tobacco Control Summit is in-person and online, Thursday, September 22nd. Expert panels, community roundtable discussions, DC tobacco-free goals. Register Now - Space is Limited! https://2022dcquits.eventbrite.com #dcquits

DC residents: Come learn about DC's new flavored tobacco law & share your opinion on May 26th at our virtual town hall. Register at breathedc.org/townhall ... See MoreSee Less

DC residents: Come learn about DCs new flavored tobacco law & share your opinion on May 26th at our virtual town hall. Register at breathedc.org/townhall

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Hello! This is Simone from CouponBirds Seedling Project, and I’m writing to invite your organization to join The Seedling Project and receive donations. This Project is to encourage millions of online shoppers from the CouponBirds community to earn cash and donate part of their earnings to charity organizations. In recent years, due to the impact of the epidemic, we have found that some have stopped donating to NPO organizations like Giving Assistant. CouponBirds has been insisting on doing this great cause for 3 years, and we’ll keep doing that. Now, more than one hundred nonprofit organizations are currently working with us and have received hundreds of dollars in donations since they joined. Some nonprofit organizations: Children's Innovation Center, Kids Saving the Rainforest and Jacknife-zion-horse heaven Historical Society, etc. The entire application process of the Seedling Project is very simple. The earlier you join the project, the more donations you can get. If your organization is interested in it, please email us at charity@couponbirds.com and follow the instructions to apply. Our team will review your application within 3-5 working days and notify you of the result by email. Have a good day! Application page: fly.couponbirds.com/ Application guidance: www.couponbirds.com/npo-application

Happy Thanksgiving from Breathe DC. We are thankful for our many allies, donors and supporters who make every breath count in the District. ... See MoreSee Less

Happy Thanksgiving from Breathe DC. We are thankful for our many allies, donors and supporters who make every breath count in the District.

Is #quitsmoking one of your 2021 #resolutions? Free online cessation classes are enrolling now at breathedc.org/cessation Let's get started! #2021goals #2021vision #NoMoreTobacco #breathehealthy ... See MoreSee Less

Is #quitsmoking one of your 2021 #resolutions? Free online cessation classes are enrolling now at https://breathedc.org/cessation Lets get started! #2021goals  #2021vision #nomoretobacco #breathehealthy

Happy Thanksgiving. We are grateful for our community, our partners and our donors. Thank you for supporting Breathe DC. ... See MoreSee Less

Happy Thanksgiving. We are grateful for our community, our partners and our donors. Thank you for supporting Breathe DC.
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Our Mission

Breathe DC makes every breath count by promoting healthy lifestyles and preventing lung disease throughout the District of Columbia, especially in communities affected by health disparities. We advocate for stronger laws and policies to safeguard healthy air and protect lungs from smoke, air pollution and allergens. Our public health programs empower youth and adults with lung diseases like asthma and COPD to lead fuller, more active lives.

Breathe America Alliance

Breathe DC is a proud member of the Breathe America Alliance, a national network of organizations dedicated to preventing lung disease, advancing public health and promoting clean air. Learn more about the Breathe America Alliance and its members.