Who Gets Allergies?
Read the full articleAllergies tend to run in families. If you have allergies, it's very likely that at least one of your parents… Does someone in your family have allergies? If so, you might have allergies too. That’s because allergies are often hereditary. While allergies are more common…
Allergies
Read the full articleHave you ever felt like you or someone you know is constantly coughing and sneezing? When a cough isn’t just… Allergies are a major cause of illness in the United States. As many as 50 million people - about one in five - have allergies.…
When To See an Allergist
Read the full articleAsthma and other allergic diseases are two of the most common health problems. Approximately 50 million Americans have asthma, hay… OverviewSome allergy problems – such as a mild case of hay fever – may not need any treatment. Sometimes your allergies can be controlled with the…
What Does An Allergist Treat?
Read the full articleAllergists treat two of the nation's most common chronic health problems – allergies and asthma.… Although symptoms may not always be severe, allergies and asthma are diseases and should be treated that way. Many people with allergies and asthma simply don't realize how much better…
Rinosinusitis Crónica Con Pólipos Nasales
Read the full articleCon el respaldo de: Pólipos Nasales La rinosinusitis crónica con pólipos nasales es una afección que puede provocar síntomas desagradables,… Con el respaldo de:Pólipos Nasales La rinosinusitis crónica con pólipos nasales es una afección que puede provocar síntomas desagradables, desde dolor en los senos nasales…
Urticaria crónica espontánea/idiopática (erupción crónica)
Read the full articleHable de sus síntomas con su alergista, quien le proporcionará una evaluación personalizada con posibles estrategias para controlar los… Con El Respaldo de: Resumen Los habones, también conocidos como urticaria, afectan a alrededor del 20 % de las personas en algún momento de su vida.…
Soy
Read the full articleIf you get a rash, stomach ache or stuffy or runny nose after eating asian food or drinking soy milk,… OverviewA member of the legume family, soy is a common ingredient in infant formulas and many other processed foods. In young children, soy is one…
Peanut
Read the full articleAn allergy to peanuts is among the most common food allergies found in children in the United States. Many schools… Overview It’s not uncommon these days to find schools that have declared they are “nut-free” That means the onetime staple of kids’ lunchboxes — a…
Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome
Read the full articleIf you suffer from hay fever and you’ve ever experienced an itchy mouth or scratchy throat after eating certain raw… Overview Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome (PFAS), also known as oral allergy syndrome, is caused by cross-reacting allergens found in both pollen and raw fruits, vegetables,…
Air Filters
Read the full articleAir filters in central heating and air-conditioning ducts in your home or in portable room air cleaners help remove indoor… OverviewDid you know that the air inside can be more polluted than the air outside? It’s true! Pollen, animal allergens and mold spores can affect…
Interactive Tools
Read the full articleNot sure if you're suffering from allergies or asthma? Try our interactive tools to find out.… Try our interactive tools. Use our symptom test to find out if you suffer from allergies or asthma. Our shared decision-making tools will walk you through options to discuss…
Ask the Allergist
Read the full articleAnswers to popular questions from the public.… Take back control of your life. We provide answers to your questions about living with allergies and asthma from the experts. We are unable to provide emergency assistance or specific medical advice intended for an individual patient.…
Find an Allergist
Read the full articleGet Relief From Your Asthma & Allergy Symptoms… Find Certified Allergists An allergist is trained to find the source of your symptoms, treat it and help you feel healthy. After earning a medical degree, the doctor must complete a three-year residency-training program in either…
Vacunas contra las alergias
Read the full articleEstas vacunas pueden prevenir los síntomas de alergia, como estornudos y tos.… Fuente: www.asmaalergia.org, Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) Estas vacunas pueden prevenir los síntomas de alergia, como estornudos y tos. Algunas personas se aplican vacunas contra las alergias cuando no pueden evitar exponerse…
Tratamiento para el asma
Read the full articleOften the best way to control asthma symptoms is to avoid whatever causes them.… Supported by: Resumen El tratamiento eficaz del asma causada por alergias incluye identificar y evitar los alérgenos que desencadenan los síntomas, usar terapias farmacológicas y desarrollar un plan de acción para…
Tipos de asma
Read the full articleUnderstanding what type of asthma you have can result in better treatment and quality of life.… Supported by: Hay muchos tipos de asma, provocados por muchos desencadenantes distintos. Un alergista puede ayudarle a controlar los síntomas del asma —dificultad para respirar, tos persistente u opresión…
Pruebas y diagnóstico del asma
Read the full articleEl primer paso para controlar el asma es tener un diagnóstico certero.… Supported by: Resumen El asma no tiene por qué afectar su vida. Solo hay que preguntarle a Jackie Joyner-Kerseee. Esta atleta olímpica no solo ganó tres medallas de oro entre 1988 y 1992,…
ACAAI names new Annals Editor-in-Chief
Read the full articleDr. Grayson’s scholarly achievement, experience in research design and organization skills, in addition to his years on the Annals editorial… The College is pleased to announce that Mitchell Grayson, MD, FACAAI has been selected as the next Editor-in-Chief of Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.…
2020 Annual Meeting will be virtual
Read the full articleAfter closely monitoring the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and its continuing impact on our patients, practices and country, the College has made… After closely monitoring the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and its continuing impact on our patients, practices and country, the College has made the decision to deliver the…
From the desk of the EMD: “I have asthma, I can’t wear a mask.”
Read the full articleLast Sunday, I went to an open-air shopping center in an affluent suburb of Atlanta to buy a new iPad… Last Sunday, I went to an open-air shopping center in an affluent suburb of Atlanta to buy a new iPad at the Apple Store. The…
How do we grow in challenging times?
Read the full article“I wish it need not have happened in my time,“ said Frodo. “So do I,” said Gandalf. “And so do… "I wish it need not have happened in my time,“ said Frodo. “So do I,” said Gandalf. “And so do all who live to see…
Become an Advocate
Read the full articleContact us at AdvocacyCouncil@acaai.org or 847-427-1200. Advocate for Our Speciality Our resident advocacy expert, Dr. Allen Meadows, offers tips… Contact us at AdvocacyCouncil@acaai.org or 847-427-1200. Advocate for Our Speciality Our resident advocacy expert, Dr. Allen Meadows, offers tips on the best ways…
Upcoming events
Read the full articleAttend your local, state or regional medical society meetings. Upcoming meetings include AAIFNC, AAISG, Eastern Allergy Conference and more!… Attend your local, state or regional medical society meetings. Upcoming meetings include: Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Foundation of Northern California (AAIFNC) San Francisco, CA April…
The Joint Board Review Course is going virtual
Read the full articleThe 2020 AAAAI/ACAAI Joint Board Certification Review Course, originally scheduled to be held this month in Chicago, is moving to… The 2020 AAAAI/ACAAI Joint Board Certification Review Course, originally scheduled to be held this month in Chicago, is moving to an online format. The online…
From the desk of the EMD: Coronavirus and the future of allergy practice
Read the full articleAs I stay sheltered in place, I have had plenty of time to think about the “new normal.” In my… As I stay sheltered in place, I have had plenty of time to think about the “new normal.” In my last Insider column, I mentioned…
Your questions answered
Read the full articleWe asked Michael Blaiss, MD, FACAAI, executive medical director, to reflect on how the pandemic will affect our future practice.… We asked Michael Blaiss, MD, FACAAI, executive medical director, to reflect on how the pandemic will affect our future practice. What lasting changes might be…
Dr. Chitra Dinakar is remembered as a valued leader, colleague and mentor
Read the full articleThe allergy and immunology world lost a treasured colleague on March 27 with the passing of Chitra Dinakar, MD, FACAAI.… The allergy and immunology world lost a treasured colleague on March 27 with the passing of Chitra Dinakar, MD, FACAAI. Dr. Dinakar was a Clinical…
In memoriam: Gary Hein
Read the full articleWe were saddened to learn that Gary Hein, founder of Lincoln Diagnostics, passed away on Feb. 2. Several members gave… We were saddened to learn that Gary Hein, founder of Lincoln Diagnostics, passed away on Feb. 2. Several members gave tributes to Gary. Entrepreneur, businessman,…
Remembering Dr. James Breneman
Read the full articleThe College was saddened to learn of the loss of James Breneman, MD, FACAAI. He passed away at age 98… The College was saddened to learn of the loss of James Breneman, MD, FACAAI. He passed away at age 98 from natural causes earlier this…
From the desk of the EMD: “Coronavirus Anxiety Syndrome”
Read the full articleWhen I wrote my editorial on COVID-19 for the College Insider on March 2nd, I was hopefully optimistic that we… When I wrote my editorial on COVID-19 for the College Insider on March 2nd, I was hopefully optimistic that we would not be seeing what…
COVID-19: What is an allergist to do?
Read the full article“These are the times that try men’s souls.” Those immortal words were written by patriot Thomas Paine in the American… “These are the times that try men’s souls.” Those immortal words were written by patriot Thomas Paine in the American Revolution. When thinking about the…
College service has enriched my life
Read the full articleI became active in College committees as a fellow in training because I wanted to become involved beyond my membership.… I became active in College committees as a fellow in training because I wanted to become involved beyond my membership. Early on, Ira Finegold recruited…
Promote your practice
Read the full articlePromote your practice this spring with our free downloadable article templates. They are easy to use for everything from your… Promote your practice this spring with our free downloadable article templates. They are easy to use for everything from your local media to your website.…
From the Desk of the EMD: COVID-19 and the allergist
Read the full articleDuring a recent haircut, my barber, who knows I’m a physician, wanted to know about the coronavirus and what she… During a recent haircut, my barber, who knows I’m a physician, wanted to know about the coronavirus and what she should do. She was hoping…
Drug-induced anaphylaxis, mast cell activation syndrome and the ICON on ocular allergy
Read the full articleThe days are getting longer as we get closer to the spring allergy season. Although our emphasis in this month’s… The days are getting longer as we get closer to the spring allergy season. Although our emphasis in this month’s issue of the Annals of…
Are you informed about informed consent?
Read the full articleUpdated February 23, 2018 You know informed consent is a basic principle of health care and your practice should take… Updated February 23, 2018 You know informed consent is a basic principle of health care and your practice should take it seriously. But do you…
Are you informed about informed consent?
Read the full articlePop quiz: what is informed consent, when is it required for allergy practices, and how exactly should it be done?… Pop quiz: what is informed consent, when is it required for allergy practices, and how exactly should it be done? Some physicians and practices have…
