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Lung Foundation Australia

Lung Foundation Australia is the only charity and leading peak body of its kind in Australia, funding life-changing research and delivering support services to create better lung health for all Australians.

Vision and mission

Lung Foundation Australia enables life-saving research for better lung health for all Australians and champions research, programs and support so that Australians with lung disease and lung cancer can live their best life. By 2030, Lung Foundation Australia will be recognised as one of the world’s most innovative and effective lung health charities and a fearless leader of lung health and lung cancer policy, programs and research.

How Lung Foundation Australia can help

Lung Foundation Australia is the only national point of contact for support for anyone impacted by a lung condition. The organization works to improve lung health and reduce the impact of lung disease for all Australians. Lung Foundation Australia has a variety of resources and services from free tele-health based services to peer support groups and online resources.

Information / help line

  • Contact the Information and Support Centre on freecall 1800 654 301 (option 3) Mon to Fri, 8am to 4:30 pm (AEST) (excluding public holidays). This free and confidential service provides guidance, information and support, and connects individuals to relevant support services. This service does not offer medical treatment or advice.
  • Email: enquiries@lungfoundation.com.au

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Last reviewed: June 2025

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Breathlessness - Lung Foundation Australia

By Claire Mulvihill, Lung Cancer Support Nurse, Lung Foundation Australia There are a number of symptoms and side effects which you may experience when living…

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Getting the right diagnosis through lung function tests - Lung Foundation Australia

Changes in health, including lung health, can be daunting. If you’re experiencing symptoms such as shortness of breath, a repetitive cough and phlegm or mucus, talking to your doctor to find out the cause is the best place to start.

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How to use a COPD Action Plan - Lung Foundation Australia

A COPD Action Plan helps you take care of your COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). You fill it out with your GP, specialist or nurse.…

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Living well with bronchiectasis during the cooler months - Lung Foundation Australia

Enna Stroil-Salama, Australian Bronchiectasis Registry Manager, Lung Foundation Australia Large studies have shown that on average, bronchiectasis patients experience exacerbations (flare-ups of symptoms) once or…

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Managing a persistent cough - Lung Foundation Australia

Having a persistent cough is one of the most common symptoms of lung cancer and other lung diseases. It can be very debilitating and distressing…

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Managing sleep apnoea with a lung condition - Lung Foundation Australia

Find out what you need to know about dealing with sleep apnoea with a lung condition. The symptoms, factors & management & treatment options.

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Pulmonary rehabilitation - Lung Foundation Australia

A safe, evidence-based exercise program for managing Pulmonary Rehabilitation for people who have just been diagnosed with it.

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Maintenance programs - Lung Foundation Australia

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Smoking cessation - Lung Foundation Australia

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Bronchiectasis - Lung Foundation Australia

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