org or call 1-800-LUNG-USA
(1-800-586-4872). The American Lung Association funds vital research on
the causes of and treatments for lung disease.

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Approximately 20
million adults and 5 million students in Pennsylvania attended at least one of
over 70,000 arts and cultural events held across the commonwealth. To find out
more about Governor Rendell's initiatives and to sign up for his weekly
newsletter, visit his Web site at: http://www.

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2 million for grants, an increase of $725,000, in his 2006-07
budget address.
National and local recognition has been awarded to both the Governor and
his administration for their ongoing commitment and successful efforts to
promote the arts across Pennsylvania.

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Across the board lung health disparities are seen in diverse communities,
and lung cancer is not the only lung disease that affects African-Americans
disproportionately.

- The PCA has been named among government's "Best and Brightest" as one of
the nation's 50 "most creative, forward-thinking, results-driven
government programs at the state, local, tribal and federal levels" in
the Innovations in American Government Awards presented by Harvard
University's John F.

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- Governor Rendell received the prestigious State Arts Leadership Award
from the U.

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A recent study published in the New England
Journal of Medicine looked at the issue and reinforced the fact that lung
cancer incidence is greater among African-Americans.

About the American Lung Association

Beginning our second century, the American Lung Association is the leading
organization working to prevent lung disease and promote lung health. And, support for performing artists increases the
visibility of Pennsylvania and its cultural assets.

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The Lung Association's fact sheets findings show that African-American men
are at least 50 percent more likely than white men to develop lung cancer
and that the lung cancer survival rate is only 13.pacouncilonthearts.

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Additionally it
appears that among cigarette smokers , African-Americans are more
susceptible to lung cancer., Governor Edward G.
Communities that embrace the arts strengthen the bridge between community and
economic development. Kennedy School of Government and the Council for
Excellence in Government.
Over the past two years , nearly 500 funded arts projects across the
commonwealth received state funding for the first time .

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With the generous support of
the public, the American Lung Association is "Improving life, one breath at
a time.org. "Children exposed to the arts experience
innovation and creativity as well as intellectual and emotional discovery. A variety of other cultural activities including exhibitions,
performances , festivals and workshops will be available to Pennsylvania
families, attract tourism dollars, provide educational programs for children
and support cultural amenities that attract and retain high-quality workers
and businesses that position Pennsylvania in today's economy.

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They have the highest asthma prevalence of any
racial/ethnic group and were three times more likely to die from asthma
than whites.
The funding will be used in communities across the commonwealth to
leverage other private and non-profit sector spending and investments to
support thousands of Pennsylvanians who work in the arts and culture.
Both public and private support for quality arts and cultural programming
is crucial to the future of Pennsylvania's cultural community.us.

Information on the performing arts that are specific to a lifestyle, ethnicity or cultural heritage.

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"There are differing opinions as to why this is the case, but
the bottom line is that we need to continue to educate the public --
especially this community -- about the health effects of smoking. We want
to bring attention to this disparity and give everyone the information they
need to stay healthy." For more information about the American Lung Association or to
support the work it does, call 1-800-LUNG-USA (1-800-586-4872) or log on to
www.lungusa.

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African-Americans are more likely to develop
lung cancer than persons of any other racial or ethnic group according to
updated American Lung Association Lung Disease Data in Culturally Diverse
Communities Fact Sheets.pa.

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"We are aware that blacks are being disproportionately affected by lung
cancer," said John Kirkwood, President and CEO of the American Lung
Association.2 percent for
African-Americans compared to 15.
More than 300 non-profit arts organizations and programs in Pennsylvania
were responsible for more than $579 million in direct spending in the last
fiscal year.

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4 percent for whites.

The American Lung Association released these fact sheets to demonstrate
that communities of color are more likely to develop a majority of lung
diseases and other respiratory problems than the white population.lungusa."
"The Governor's proposed funding will allow us to continue supporting the
creative work of arts organizations, arts programs and artists in
Pennsylvania, while investing in new cultural assets , providing quality
artist-in-residence programs in schools and enhancing communities and
neighborhoods throughout Pennsylvania," chairman of the Pennsylvania Council
on the Arts Diane Dalto said.
For more information on Pennsylvania Council on the Arts programs, visit
the PCA Web site at http: //www.

CONTACT: Kate Philips
717-783-1116

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2 M for Grants to the Arts Proposed in 2006-07 Budget

HARRISBURG, Pa.
"The arts positively impact communities and people throughout the
commonwealth," said Governor Rendell. This strategy, while increasing the value
of the state's investment in the arts, has also brought national recognition
to the PCA and the commonwealth.

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PRESS RELEASE African-Americans Disproportionately Affected by Lung Disease; Lung Cancer Is Top 3 Killer

An increased state investment will provide Pennsylvania's anchor arts
organizations and arts programs with the ability to sustain quality arts
programming.

Investing in Pennsylvania's arts and cultural programs will allow the
Pennsylvania Council on the Arts to support arts in education programming,
provide resources to support outstanding individual performing artists and
touring ensembles, continue contributions to the commonwealth's cultural
community and support Pennsylvania's second largest industry, tourism.governor.

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Rendell
reaffirmed his commitment to the arts and cultural organizations today by
proposing $15. The
Pennsylvania Council on the Arts' unique responsive funding strategy provides
state dollars for quality artistic programs and services that are available in
all counties to all Pennsylvanians.

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To view the full fact sheets, visit www. Lung
disease death rates continue to increase while other leading causes of
death have declined.

Pennsylvania Governor Rendell Keeps Commitment to the Arts Culture for the Future of Pennsylvania

S.org or call (717) 787-6883.

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Last year alone, the
Pennsylvania Partners in the Arts funding stream received more than 1,000
applications statewide and funded 749 arts projects for a total of nearly $1.4
million.

The Rendell Administration is committed to creating a first-rate public
education system, protecting our most vulnerable citizens and continuing
economic investment to support our communities and businesses.

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The
money will also support the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts as it continues
to foster educational improvement through participation in the arts and
invests in arts and cultural organizations.state.

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The Lung Disease Data in Culturally Diverse Communities Fact Sheets include
lung health statistics for the African-American, Hispanic , American
Indian/Alaskan Native, Asian-American, Native Hawaiian or other Pacific
Islander and the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) communities. They employed more than 13,000 full - and part-time workers and
paid in excess of $241 million in salaries and fringes. Conference of Mayors and Americans for the Arts in
recognition of his commitment to the essential value of the arts to the
life of a child, a neighborhood, a city, and a state and as a component
of accomplishing greater community and economic development goals.