There is no cure for emphysema, but you can start treating it and have a better quality of life.

Young people think that nothing bad will ever happen to them.

I've been working with the National Lung Health Education Program to raise awareness about Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.

Smoking is related to practically every terrible thing that can happen to you.

Almost every person over 45, and definitely those who have ever smoked, should have a spirometry test.

I talk about acting to students making the transition from high school to UCLA. Kids going into this profession really need to know the reality of it.

You're always better off if you quit smoking; it's never too late.