Asthma Symptoms Are Complicated, Especially When Triggered by Allergies
Read the full articleFor those with allergic asthma, allergens like pollen, pet dander, dust mites, and mold trigger the inflammation that causes… FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (April 15 , 2025) – Did you know about 24 million people in the United States have asthma, representing roughly 8%…
Asthma Symptoms Are Complicated, Especially When Triggered by Allergies
Read the full articleMany people with uncontrolled allergic asthma don’t realize help is available to better manage symptoms… Many people with uncontrolled allergic asthma don’t realize help is available to better manage symptoms …
Do chlorine baths help the itch of eczema?
Read the full articleItch is one of the most common complaints we see and treat in eczema. It keeps kids up at night,… Allergist Kristin Sokol, MD: Not many people know that allergists actually treat eczema all the time. We are specialists in allergy, but also a…
Type 2 Inflammatory Disease
Read the full articleType 2 inflammatory disease occurs when the immune system overreacts, sometimes to something like tree or grass pollen or certain… Supported by: Overview Frequent runny nose. Sneezing. Itchy skin, eyes or nose. Red, watery eyes. Wheezing. Coughing bouts. Problems swallowing. Recurring rashes, frequent swelling and…
Epinephrine Auto-injector
Read the full articleThe first-line treatment for anaphylaxis is epinephrine (adrenaline).… OverviewA food allergy reaction can cause symptoms that range from mild to life-threatening. In the United States, food allergy is the leading cause of severe, life-threatening allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) outside the hospital setting. People who have previously experienced only…
Anaphylaxis
Read the full articleAnaphylaxis is a rare but severe allergic reaction. It can occur suddenly, can worsen quickly and can be deadly.… Overview In most cases, people with allergies develop mild to moderate symptoms, such as watery eyes, a runny nose or a rash. But sometimes, exposure to…
Food Allergy
Read the full articleAn allergy occurs when your body’s natural defenses overreact to exposure to a particular substance, treating it as an invader… Overview Millions of Americans have an allergy of some kind. You probably know one of those people or are one yourself. Almost 6% of U.S.…
What should people know about Neffy?
Read the full articleNeffy® has been approved by the FDA as the first and only needle-free alternative to treat severe allergic reactions.… Allergist Zachary Rubin, MD: I am so excited that Neffy® has been approved by the FDA as the first and only needle-free alternative to treat…
Will my allergies ever go away completely?
Read the full articleTesting would be involved to see exactly what are you allergic to? And with that, you could get into individualized… Allergist Jennifer Shih, MD: Your allergies never technically fully go away, but a board-certified allergist could help you tamper down some of those symptoms.…
Testing & Diagnosis
Read the full articleThe first step in managing your asthma is getting an accurate diagnosis.… Supported by: Overview Asthma doesn’t have to hold you back. Just ask Jackie Joyner-Kersee. Not only did the Olympian win three gold medals between 1988 and 1992, she also set five world records…
Understanding FeNO Testing for Asthma
Read the full articleWhat is FeNO? FeNO stands for Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide. It is a test that helps doctors learn more about… What is FeNO?FeNO stands for Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide. It is a test that helps doctors learn more about your asthma. When you breathe out,…
Spring Cleaning: Spruce up Your House While Toning Down Allergies
Read the full articleEven the cleanest of houses can use spring cleaning to start fresh and get rid of allergens that have built… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (March 6, 2025) – If you think only grannies stand ready with dust rags in preparation for spring cleaning, think again. Cleaning…
Asthma Symptoms
Read the full articleAsthma symptoms may be triggered by exposure to an allergen, irritants in the air, or extreme weather conditions.… Overview In the United States, asthma affects more than 24 million people — many of whom may not be aware that they have it, especially if their…
Health Care Providers
Read the full articleTime for an Allergist Sometimes you need to partner with a specialist. Allergists are specially trained to find the source… Time for an Allergist Sometimes you need to partner with a specialist. Allergists are specially trained to find the source of allergy and asthma…
Do You Need An Allergist?
Read the full articleIt’s time to take control of your allergies and start enjoying life again. It’s time to find an allergist.… What does an allergist treat? Allergists are specially trained to treat asthma and all types of allergies, including seasonal, food, dust and pet allergies. Allergists…
Type 2 Connection
Read the full articleUnderstanding the Type 2 Inflammation Connection Helping your patients with allergic rhinitis, asthma, eczema, CRSwNP, EoE and food allergies get… Understanding the Type 2 Inflammation Connection Helping your patients with allergic rhinitis, asthma, eczema, CRSwNP, EoE and food allergies get relief SUPPORTED BY: Rhinorrhea.…
My child gets sick a lot, should they see an immunologist?
Read the full articleWhen to really consider an immune evaluation, seeing an immunologist, would be for severe infections, especially recurrent severe infections.… Allergist Melissa Rathkopf, MD: It's a really good question and one we're getting a lot from parents lately, especially post COVID pandemic, is we're seeing…
Pet Allergies
Read the full articleIf your nose runs, your eyes water or you start sneezing and wheezing after petting or playing with a dog… OverviewA pet allergy can contribute to constant allergy symptoms, as exposure can occur at work, school, day care or in other indoor environments, even if…
Nothing to Sneeze at: Expert Tips on Coping with Spring Allergies
Read the full articleIf your first signs of spring are itchy eyes, wheezing, sneezing and/or congestion, learn more about how to handle seasonal… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (February 18, 2025) - Spring is just around the corner — and so are those annoying spring allergy symptoms. If your first…
Adiós a los estornudos. Consejos para enfrentar las alergias primaverales
Read the full articleSi conoce los alérgenos que desencadenan sus síntomas, querrá comenzar a limitar el contacto con tiempo suficiente.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (18 de febrero de 2025) – LLa primavera está a la vuelta de la esquina, como también lo están los molestos síntomas de la alergia…
Retired Member & Fellow
Read the full articleFor a Fellow or Member in good standing with the College who has retired completely and is no longer paid… For a Fellow or Member in good standing with the College who has retired completely and is no longer paid to practice medicine. Request More…
International Affiliate Member
Read the full articleFor practicing clinicians living outside of the U.S. or Canada who have graduated from medical school and completed training in… For practicing clinicians living outside of the U.S. or Canada who have graduated from medical school and completed training in allergy/immunology. Apply Now Instructions: Email…
Resident/Medical Student
Read the full articleFor medical students, or internal medicine or pediatrics residents, in an accredited program in the United States or Canada. Apply… For medical students, or internal medicine or pediatrics residents, in an accredited program in the United States or Canada. Apply Now Membership Benefits Free access…
Fellow-in-Training
Read the full articleThe ACAAI Fellow-in-Training (FIT) Section is composed of FIT members who are enrolled in ACGME-accredited allergy and immunology fellowship programs. … The ACAAI Fellow-in-Training (FIT) Section is composed of FIT members who are enrolled in ACGME-accredited allergy and immunology fellowship programs. Apply Now Who We AreThe…
Allied Health Professional
Read the full articleAllied health professionals play an integral role within the specialty and are important members of the College. Apply Now Instructions:… Allied health professionals play an integral role within the specialty and are important members of the College. Apply Now Instructions: Email completed applications to: membership@acaai.org.…
Scientific Fellow
Read the full articleFor scientists of high moral, ethical and professional standing who have made meritorious contributions to the field of allergy/immunology. Apply… For scientists of high moral, ethical and professional standing who have made meritorious contributions to the field of allergy/immunology. Apply Now Instructions: Email completed applications…
Fellow
Read the full articleFor physicians certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology (ABAI) or by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) and… For physicians certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology (ABAI) or by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) and who devote at least 75…
Member
Read the full articleFor physicians who meet ABAI requirements or who have completed two years of training programs accredited by the Accreditation Council… For physicians who meet ABAI requirements or who have completed two years of training programs accredited by the Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).…
ACAAI in the News
Read the full articleHere are the recent national media hits for the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.… Here are recent national media hits for the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. April 2025 US News via HealthDay (24 million unique visitors) Allergy expert gives…
Choose the right location for your practice
Read the full articleWhether you’re expanding, relocating, starting or joining a practice, choosing the right location is critical to your success.… Looking to expand your practice to new locations? Considering moving somewhere new? Or are you a Fellow-in-Training or experienced allergist getting ready to start or join…
Billing, Coding & Payments
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Register now for the Allergen Extract Mixing Course - May 17, 2025
Read the full articleIs your team compliant with USP Chapter 797 guidelines for allergen extract mixing?… Is your team compliant with USP Chapter 797 guidelines for allergen extract mixing?…
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Partners
Read the full articleThe American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology thanks the following companies for their generous support of the College. Diamond… The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology thanks the following companies for their generous support of the College. Diamond $500,000+ Platinum $300,000 - $499,999…
Membership Benefits
Read the full articleDiscover all that the College offers! Join your colleagues in the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology to unlock opportunities and benefits found nowhere else: The chance to be active in a prestigious specialty association concerned with the unique needs and goals of…
Read about asthma and chronic rhinosinusitis this month
Read the full articleThe current issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology focuses on asthma and chronic rhinosinusitis.… The current issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology focuses on asthma and chronic rhinosinusitis. The CME review article by Dr. Michael Miligkos and colleagues examines asthma…
Calendar of Events
Read the full articleApril 5, 2025 Greater Kansas City Allergy Society (GKCAS) April 16, 2025 Webinar: Food Allergy Yardstick - Where Does Omalizumab Fit? Register April 26, 2025 Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Foundation of Northern California (AAIFNC) San Francisco, CA - Registration opens Jan. 27, 2025 May…
Community and Academic Allergists Partnership in Education and Research
Read the full articleProgram Overview The College has implemented a new initiative, the Community and Academic Partnership in Education and Research (CA²PER) program,… Program Overview The College has implemented a new initiative, the Community and Academic Partnership in Education and Research (CA²PER) program, to encourage collaboration in clinical…
2025 CA2PER Grantees
Read the full articleWanda Phipatanakul, MD, MS, FACAAI and Jordan E. Scott, MD, received the 2025 CA2PER grant for their project, "Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Predict Side Effects and Treatment Outcomes in Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) for Patients With Food Allergies." Wanda Phipatanakul, MD, MS, FACAAI Jordan E…
Meet our first CA2PER grant recipients
Read the full articleThe CA2PER program aims to advance clinical research by addressing clinical questions important for improving allergy/immunology care.… The Community and Academic Allergists Partnership in Education and Research (CA²PER) program is the College’s new initiative to foster collaboration between academic researchers and community-based allergists. The…
Allergy Office: Coding 95165
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members, $20 non-members Learn how to code for 95165. In this 15-minute module, we’ll discuss:Billing basics for extract prep and administrationMedicare rules for code 95165Medicare’s Medically Unlikely Edits (MUEs)How Medicare and commercial payers compareHow to handle…
Cannabis Educational Modules for Allergy Professionals
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members and non-membersThis set of modules is intended to provide tools and an information platform to educate allergists about cannabis use in patients, the rising concern of cannabis allergy, and ways to discuss cannabis with their patients in an effective manner…
Asthma Biologics Self-Assessment
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleThis Asthma Biologics self-assessment module is designed to help allergy/immunology providers obtain new knowledge, as well as reaffirm existing knowledge. It also helps allergists/immunologists evaluate and maintain their clinical competence. The module consists of 12 case-based, multiple-choice questions. Comprehensive discussions…
AllergyTalk: Pediatric Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) Diagnosis & Management: Challenges, Barriers, Strategies - Episode 2: Overcoming Barriers in HAE Treatment
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleThis episode addresses the challenges of managing HAE, including treatment differences in rural vs. urban settings, barriers to care, and the importance of shared decision-making for treatment plans. Discover effective strategies for on-demand home therapy administration. Running time: 20mEarn CME!Price: FREE for…
AllergyTalk: Pediatric Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) Diagnosis & Management: Challenges, Barriers, Strategies - Episode 3: Long-Term Management and Prophylaxis for HAE
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleExplore the strategies for long-term prophylaxis in pediatric HAE, including when to initiate treatment and the risks and benefits of various approaches. Transitioning care from childhood into adolescence and beyond is also discussed. Running time: 13mEarn CME!Price: FREE for members and non-membersHost…
AllergyTalk: Pediatric Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) Diagnosis & Management: Challenges, Barriers, Strategies - Episode 1: Diagnosing HAE Accurately
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleThis discussion covers the key factors in accurately diagnosing HAE, including clinical history, lab testing, and the role of genetic testing in distinguishing between HAE types. Special considerations for diagnosing pediatric patients will also be discussed. Running time: 16mEarn CME!Price: FREE for members and…
2024 Financial Update for Allergists
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $50 non-membersThis webinar reviews the latest allergy/immunology financial data, including 2023 MGMA allergist compensation data and 2023 Medicare E&M coding distribution data. Experts also discuss new revenue opportunities for allergists and ideas for making artificial intelligence work…
Vaccines: New Developments & How to Address Vaccine Hesitancy (AAN)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on December 5, 2024Speaker: Purvi Parikh, MD, FACAAIPeople living with severe asthma or other chronic lung conditions may be at a higher risk for severe illness from contagious viruses such as the flu or COVID-19. Vaccine…
Implementing Peanut OIT in Your Practice
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersRecorded on: 12/7/2022This webinar addresses key considerations for implementing peanut OIT, including patient selection, risks and side-effects, policies and procedures, and office setup. Supported by a grant from Aimmune.Learning ObjectivesAfter completing this webinar, participants should…
Let's Cycle Through Revenue Cycle Management
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $50 non-membersRevenue cycle management may sound simple; it begins when a patient makes an appointment and ends when all claims and patient payments have been collected. However, those critical steps in between can make or break your practice’s…
On Demand 2022 Literature Review
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 6.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for meeting attendees who purchased a ticket to the Literature Review, otherwise $99 members, $125 non-membersTo help you keep abreast of the latest clinical developments in allergy and…
On Demand 2022 Practice Management Program
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 4.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: $45 College members, $60 non-membersThis one-day program is designed for office administrators and physician practice leaders alike and delivers dynamic updates on efficiently and effectively running your allergy…
On Demand 2022 Thursday Program
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for meeting attendees who purchased a ticket to the Thursday Program, otherwise $99 members, $125 non-membersThe Thursday International Food Allergy Symposium focuses on epidemiology and diagnostics, including risk…
On Demand ACAAI 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting General Sessions
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleCost: $345 for College members, $425 for non-members.You can earn up to 60.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. This collection covers sessions from Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.Sessions included:Are You Using These Diagnostic Tests to Maximal Efficacy?The Environment…
On Demand 2023 Practice Management Course
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 4.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: $45 College members, $60 non-membersThis one-day program is designed for office administrators and physician practice leaders alike and delivers dynamic updates on efficiently and effectively running your allergy…
On Demand 2023 Thursday Program
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for meeting attendees who purchased a ticket to the Thursday Program, otherwise $99 members, $125 non-membersThis year’s Thursday Program will feature the latest developments in the science…
On Demand 2023 Literature Review
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articleYou can earn up to 6.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.Price: FREE for meeting attendees who purchased a ticket to the Literature Review, otherwise $99 members, $125 non-membersTo help you keep abreast of the latest clinical developments in allergy and…
How to Advocate for Allergists
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $25 non-membersThis webinar explains how you can impact issues important to the future of allergy by advocating at the local, state and federal level. Topics include:Getting to know your local, state and federal representativesKnowing the issue(s)--and…
AllergyTalk Episode 46 - Can We Achieve Clinical Remission in Asthma?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSpeakers: Gerald Lee, MD, FACAAI; Stanley Fineman, MD, FACAAI; and Timothy Chow, MDListeners can earn credit by completing the posttest questionsAllergyTalk is a podcast designed to provide easy access to research summaries from Allergy Watch and recommendations from subject…
AllergyTalk Episode 47 - Does Food Allergy Increase Cardiovascular Risk?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSpeakers: Gerald Lee, MD, FACAAI; Stanley Fineman, MD, FACAAI; and Timothy Chow, MDListeners can earn credit by completing the posttest questionsAllergyTalk is a podcast designed to provide easy access to research summaries from Allergy Watch and recommendations from subject…
