News from American Lung Association of New York State, Inc.

For more information contact: Brian Marchetti, 518-465-2013 x 322

Lung Association Hosts Inaugural Go Vertical for Lung Health Event

ALBANY, NY (11/02/2007; 1358)(readMedia)-- The American Lung Association of New York State proudly announces a networking event to raise awareness of the importance of lung health and clean air, as well as launch our Go Vertical for Lung Health campaign.

WHAT: Go Vertical for Lung Health and Clean Air an evening of fun, networking, food/drink specials, live music and raffles featuring local band “Terrible Chester.” Learn about our Climb SUNY Albany event on March 29, and about our unique Stair Climb Travel Team to Miami, Florida. More details are available online at www.alanys.org.

WHEN: Wednesday, November 7, 2007 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

WHERE: Bayou Cafe, 79 North Pearl Street, Albany, New York

WHO: The American Lung Association of New York State, Inc. Contact Catherine McLaughlin for more information on this event and to reserve a place at (518) 465-2013 x306 or by email at cmclaughlin@alanys.org.

BACKGROUND: Since 1904, the American Lung Association of New York State (ALANYS) has worked tirelessly to promote lung health and prevent lung disease across New York State. The premier lung health resource in New York State, the Lung Association helps to protect and educate over ten million New Yorkers across 57 counties. With the generous support of the public, the American Lung Association is “Improving life, one breath at a time.” For more information about the American Lung Association of New York state or to support the work we do, call 1-800-LUNG-USA (1-800-586-4872) or visit us at www.alanys.org.

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