Secondhand Smoke Causes Longer Hospitalization in Infants with Respiratory Infections

More evidence has surfaced that supports the war on smoking, especially if smokers have an infant in their household. A study published in the June issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, ACAAI’s scientific journal, found that infants with a family history of allergic disease with lower respiratory tract infections, who are exposed to secondhand smoke are at risk for longer hospital stays.

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Frequent Spring Allergy Questions Answered

Spring is in the air – and that means pollen, mold spores and other airborne allergens are going to make millions of Americans sneeze and wheeze. To help you better combat symptoms this sneezing season, ACAAI has answered some of the most frequently asked questions

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Seasonal Allergy News

Allergens know no boundaries. Every season can bring unforgiving allergy and asthma symptoms to the more than 50 million sufferers in the United States. But with regular visits to an allergist and knowing what triggers your symptoms, your family can be active all day and sleep well at night no matter the season. Learn how to creatively avoid seasonal sneeze and wheeze triggers with these helpful tips:

• Keep Your Green Thumb, Avoid the Red Nose
• Top 5 Spring Allergy Mistakes to Avoid This Season
• Spring Allergy Sufferers: Be Wary of Treatment Myths

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