The event is a fun and informative opportunity designed for potential team captains and any other interested participants from companies, organizations, schools and families to learn more about the upcoming October 20 York Fight for Air WALK, an event designed to raise funds and heighten awareness of the seriousness of lung disease.

There will be various stations with lung health exhibits and displays along with information on how to organize a successful team. The “Faces of Lung Disease” presentation will be shown throughout the Open House. Participants will be able to register for the walk at this meeting.

More than 50,000 York County residents suffer from at least one chronic lung disease, such as asthma, chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Proceeds from the walk will continue to support the American Lung Association in Pennsylvania and its efforts to promote lung health and prevent lung disease through education, support, research and advocacy.

For more information on the Kickoff Open House and to RSVP, contact Derek Shaw at 800-932-0903 ext. 35 or via e-mail at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  or by visiting www.lunginfo.org/yorkwalk.

About the American Lung Association

Now in its second century, the American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease. With your generous support, the American Lung Association is “Fighting for Air” through research, education and advocacy. For more information about the American Lung Association, a Charity Navigator Four Star Charity and holder of the Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Guide Seal, or to support the work it does, call 1-800-LUNG-USA (1-800-586-4872) or visit www.lungusa.org.