Alison Garcia, BS, MLS

Alison Garcia is a Program Associate at Breathe Pennsylvania, where she leads the Tuberculosis and Sleep Apnea programs and supports cessation programming. With a Bachelors of Science in Rehabilitation and Human Services specializing in Substance Abuse from Clarion University, Alison gained valuable experience as a prevention specialist at a tri-county Drug and Alcohol Commission. She is a Certified Prevention Specialist through the Pennsylvania Certification Board and a Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist. Leveraging her background as a prevention specialist, she empowers western Pennsylvanian communities with education and awareness about lung health, promoting a healthier and improved quality of life. Outside of work, Alison, a New Jersey native, enjoys taking walks with her two dogs, listening to true crime podcasts and playing board games with family and friends.