Although some risk factors for lung illness or disease might not be avoided, possessing a basis knowledge of risks can help improve adverse breathing conditions 

These include: 

• Avoiding all forms of smoke by cessation of activities such as cigarette and e-cigarettes, avoiding second-hand smoke and converting in-door fireplaces 

• Being ‘air-aware’ in and out by checking the Air Quality Health Index regularly, checking your home for radon and keeping your home clean 

• Preventing sickness from yourself and home via vaccinations, sanitizing your home and hands, covering coughs and wearing masks, as well as staying away from sick people 

• Taking action by staying active, talking to your healthcare provider and sticking to an Action Plan in case you live with a chronic lung disease such as Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) or Interstitial Lung Disease 

• Last but the least, do not be a part of the problem via, protecting loved ones living with lung diseases, aiding kids and teenagers to avoid the dangers of smoking and vaping, not being idle or contributing to traffic-related air pollution (TRAP), protecting the environment to prevent wildfires etc. 

• Cough and sneezing into a tissue or your sleeve t prevent the spread of viruses and taking the proper vaccinations during flu season.