Maryland Lawyer Steve Nolan Advocates for Lung Health as National Board Chair of the American Lung Association
Posted on: Tuesday, 3 February 2009, 14:41 CST
A major emphasis of his chairmanship has been to build on the American Lung Association's efforts to eliminate lung health disparities among minority populations. Mr. Nolan has also worked to challenge the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) weakening ozone standards, and he has represented the Lung Association at two world health conferences in
Most recently, Nolan joined Mayor
"Steve has energized our staff and mobilized our volunteer base with his highly approachable, hands-on leadership style," said
Mr. Nolan was invited to join the Board of Directors of the American Lung Association of
Mr. Nolan's service to the Lung Association in addition to his years of other community and pro bono work has been recognized by the Maryland Bar Foundation with its Legal Excellence Award for the Advancement of Public Service Responsibility. A past president of the Baltimore County Bar Association, Mr. Nolan previously received the Foundation's Legal Excellence Award for the Advancement of the Rights of the Disadvantaged.
"It is a privilege to work with such a dedicated team of volunteers and staff to fight for healthy air and better access to healthcare on behalf of the 34 million Americans living with lung disease," said Mr. Nolan.
When he is not working with the American Lung Association, Mr. Nolan is engaged in a civil trial practice based in
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.
SOURCE American Lung Association
Source: PR Newswire
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