Update: What You Need to Know About 2021 Spring Allergies
Read the full articleA practice guideline points to new recommendations for managing hay fever… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (February 17, 2021) – Allergic rhinitis, more commonly called “hay fever,” has been around for hundreds of years, and the misery it causes has been around just as long. Occasionally, there is…
Actualizaciones del ACAAI en las orientaciones sobre el riesgo de reacciones alérgicas a las vacunas contra la COVID-19
Read the full articleLas orientaciones ahora incluyen información sobre la vacuna vectorial adenovírica de Johnson & Johnson… Actualizado el 27 de abril de 2021 ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (17 de marzo del 2021) – El Grupo de Trabajo de la Vacuna contra la COVID-19 del Colegio Estadounidense de Alergia, Asma e Inmunología…
New guidelines provide evidence-based recommendations for treating Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)
Read the full articleFocus on clinical management will guide allergists and gastroenterologists.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (April 28, 2020) — A new guideline from the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) and the Joint Task Force for Allergy-Immunology Practice Parameters provides recommendations for the management of Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) in pediatric…
During COVID-19 pandemic, normal allergy and asthma medications should be continued
Read the full articleGuidance on the continued use of corticosteroids for patients with allergies and asthma.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (March 26, 2020) – In response to numerous inquiries from the public, the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is providing guidance on the continued use of corticosteroids…
Asthma and Allergy Symptom Test
Read the full articleDo you suffer from allergies or asthma? Take our online quiz to find out if an allergist can help you… …
Another COVID-19 Halloween: Keeping Kids Safe from Viruses, Allergies and Asthma
Read the full articleEven vaccinated kids will have to follow safety precautions this Halloween ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (October 5, 2021) – You’re not alone this year if you just want things to return to “pre-COVID normal”, including fall activities such as Halloween celebrations. Unfortunately, the COVID…
Important COVID-19 information for those with asthma and/or allergies
Read the full articleRecommendations from the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology… As COVID-19 continues to spread throughout the United States and the world, allergists are hearing from their patients – those with allergies and especially those suffering from asthma. They are worried that having asthma…
ACAAI Updates to Guidance on Risk of Allergic Reactions to COVID-19 Vaccines
Read the full articleGuidance now includes information on the adenovirus vector Johnson & Johnson vaccine… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (April 26, 2021) – The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) COVID-19 Vaccine Task Force continues to closely monitor information from sources reporting on allergic reactions to the…
New Website Spotlights Unique Differences of Eczema In People of Color
Read the full articleIn a mutual commitment to address disparities in treating eczema in skin of color, the American College of Allergy, Asthma… In a mutual commitment to address disparities in treating eczema in skin of color, the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, along with Allergy…
Treating Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps
Read the full articleThis tool prepares you to talk with your otolaryngologist (ENT) or allergist to decide what treatments are best for… Treatments that have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are not included in the tool. Note: The information and materials here are…
Your COVID-19 Facemask May Also Be Protecting You from Allergies
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (August 10, 2021) – The end of summer means the beginning of fall allergy season. But you’ve… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (August 10, 2021) – The end of summer means the beginning of fall allergy season. But you’ve probably already got at least…
This Fall, Keep Kids Safe from COVID-19, as Well as Allergy and Asthma Triggers
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (July 27, 2021) – This school year, like last year, parents are again trying to determine how… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (July 27, 2021) – This school year, like last year, parents are again trying to determine how to keep their kids in…
Controlling Your Severe Asthma
Read the full articleAlthough asthma symptoms are controllable, a cure for asthma has remained elusive. Use this tool to find your best path… …
Should I Treat My Allergies With Immunotherapy?
Read the full articleUse this online tool with your allergist to find out how immunotherapy might help you treat your allergy and asthma… Note: The information and reference materials contained here are intended solely for the general information of the reader. It is not to be used…
Peanut Allergy Treatment Shared-Decision-Making Tool
Read the full articleShould your child try peanut allergy treatment? Use this tool to help decide if the treatment is right for your… Note: The information and materials here are intended solely for the general information of the reader. They are not to be used for treatment purposes,…
What does the future hold for allergy and asthma treatment?
Read the full article2020 Annual Meeting Press Kit… The ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting is your best resource for what’s happening in the world of allergies and asthma. News Releases With or Without Allergies, Outcomes Similar for Hospitalized Patients with COVID-19 (en español) Nearly One in Five Food-Allergic Children…
Texas school district risks children’s lives by using Benadryl instead of stock epinephrine
Read the full articleEpinephrine is always the first line of defense to treat severe allergic reactions.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (January 9, 2019) – The Weatherford Independent School District in Weatherford, TX announced recently that instead of epinephrine, they will administer Benadryl to students experiencing allergic reactions. The district cited…
Surprise your valentine while keeping them allergy- and asthma-free
Read the full articleThink outside the (candy) box to show them you care about their health.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (January 21, 2019) – Want to say “I love you” this Valentine’s Day but you’re just not sure how? Show your valentine you can creatively keep their allergies and…
Asthma Controller Step Down Yardstick – Treatment guidance for when asthma improves
Read the full articleHelps clinicians understand when treatment should be stepped down, and how.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (January 25, 2019) – When asthma symptoms improve, there’s reason for celebration by both allergist and patient. But once symptoms are better, how do health care practitioners go about stepping down…
The microbiome
Read the full articleHappy March to all! It looks like the end of winter is in sight for most of our country. We… Happy March to all! It looks like the end of winter is in sight for most of our country. We are all beginning to see…
How to use social media to boost your practice
Read the full articleIf you still think of social media as just a way to advertise your practice, you need to think again.… If you still think of social media as just a way to advertise your practice, you need to think again. Now allergy practices are using…
Top 10 reasons to have your practice manager become a College member
Read the full articleBy having your practice manager or office administrator join the College, you can help take your practice to the next level… By having your practice manager or office administrator join the College, you can help take your practice to the next level by giving them access to…
Modifications in SCIT and a review of reported mechanism of effectiveness of allergen-specific immunotherapy
Read the full articleAs September winds down, I am hopeful that your teams are winning, that the weather is starting to cool off… As September winds down, I am hopeful that your teams are winning, that the weather is starting to cool off and that you have had…
Is your communication with patients HIPAA-compliant?
Read the full articleIncreasingly, patients are looking for fast, easy ways to communicate with their allergists – and for their allergists to communicate… Increasingly, patients are looking for fast, easy ways to communicate with their allergists – and for their allergists to communicate with them. Email, texts and…
High-five – free patient education
Read the full articleA big part of being an allergist is making sure our patients, young and old, understand their conditions and what… A big part of being an allergist is making sure our patients, young and old, understand their conditions and what treatments are available. A classic…
Review your financial data before it becomes public
Read the full articleDid you or your practice receive payments from drug companies, device manufacturers or group purchasing organizations in 2017? These payments… Did you or your practice receive payments from drug companies, device manufacturers or group purchasing organizations in 2017? These payments may have been for research…
When to use biologics, plus JAK/STATs for asthma
Read the full articleI hope you have had a great April so far and are looking forward to summer. I trust all of… I hope you have had a great April so far and are looking forward to summer. I trust all of you have received your April…
Step up this spring
Read the full articleSpring is in bloom – step up and lend a hand in your community by offering free allergy and asthma… Spring is in bloom – step up and lend a hand in your community by offering free allergy and asthma screenings. It might sound like…
Your practice can save time and money
Read the full articleAs part of its Administrative Simplification Rule, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) established standards to streamline communications… As part of its Administrative Simplification Rule, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) established standards to streamline communications between health care providers and…
Top 10 reasons to have your practice manager join the College
Read the full articleIs your practice manager a College member? If not, you’re probably not taking advantage of everything the College has to… Is your practice manager a College member? If not, you’re probably not taking advantage of everything the College has to offer. Take your practice to…
High-five – Updated practice management toolkits
Read the full articleEach month we want to draw your attention to great member resources on the College website. This month we’d like… Each month we want to draw your attention to great member resources on the College website. This month we’d like to highlight three newly expanded…
Want hands-on practice management advice?
Read the full articleYou asked, and the College delivered! We’ve got real-world practice management advice packaged in bite-sized chunks that can be quickly… You asked, and the College delivered! We’ve got real-world practice management advice packaged in bite-sized chunks that can be quickly implemented in your practice. Our…
Help your practice spring ahead
Read the full articleDo you ever see fellow allergists in news stories and wonder how they got there? Do you need fresh, seasonal… Do you ever see fellow allergists in news stories and wonder how they got there? Do you need fresh, seasonal content for your website or…
What you need to know now about new Medicare cards
Read the full articleThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is removing Social Security Numbers (SSN) from Medicare cards to prevent fraud… The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is removing Social Security Numbers (SSN) from Medicare cards to prevent fraud and fight identity theft. Make…
USP's revisions to sterile compounding standards; atopic dermatitis yardstick and recent advances
Read the full articleHopefully all of you have received the January issue of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and have seen… Hopefully all of you have received the January issue of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and have seen the many great features and…
Reducing the burden of prior authorizations
Read the full articleIt’s a new year and a new round of headaches in obtaining prior authorizations for our patients’ medications. Let’s look… It’s a new year and a new round of headaches in obtaining prior authorizations for our patients’ medications. Let’s look at three issues practicing allergists…
Help for prior authorizations is here
Read the full articlePrior authorizations are an increasing burden on medical practices – and allergy practices are no exception. According to a recent… Prior authorizations are an increasing burden on medical practices – and allergy practices are no exception. According to a recent survey by the AMA, medical…
New toolkit helps patients understand immunotherapy choices
Read the full articleWhen discussing immunotherapy options with patients, the College’s new Shared Decision-Making Toolkit will help guide the conversation. The web-based tool… When discussing immunotherapy options with patients, the College’s new Shared Decision-Making Toolkit will help guide the conversation. The web-based tool and related resources will enable…
Connect with other allergists to prevent burnout
Read the full articleAccording to a recent article in the Mayo Clinic Proceedings, more than half of U.S. physicians are now experiencing professional… According to a recent article in the Mayo Clinic Proceedings, more than half of U.S. physicians are now experiencing professional burnout. Of the U.S. physicians…
There are no posts at this time. Please check back later.