Spring Allergies Attack More Than Just Your Nose
Read the full articleUnderstanding how all the allergic responses are interconnected is crucial for effectively managing and improving the overall quality of… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (February 15, 2024) – If you suffer from spring allergies, you already know that you tend to feel miserable once pollen season descends. But…

Stay ahead of allergies with these 7 expert tips
Read the full articleFor many people, mid-February, around Valentine’s Day, is the ideal time to start your allergy medication routine.… (BPT) - Winter may not be over, but now is the time to prepare for spring allergies. As temperatures rise, pollen and other allergens will fill the air,…

Adelántese a las alergias con estos 7 consejos de expertos
Read the full articleA mediados de febrero, cerca del Día de San Valentín, es el momento ideal para comenzar su rutina de medicamentos… (BPT) - Aunque el invierno no haya terminado, ahora es el momento de prepararse para las alergias primaverales. A medida que aumentan las temperaturas, el…

What is the difference between a food allergy and food sensitivity?
Read the full articleThere's a lot of overlap in symptoms between a food allergy and a food sensitivity; one is a potentially dangerous… English Transcript Allergist Brent T. Griffin, MD: A food allergy is a potentially dangerous reaction to a food. A food sensitivity is signs and…

Allergy and Asthma Do’s and Don’ts for a Great 2024 Valentine’s Day
Read the full articleIf the person you love has allergies or asthma, you’ll want to keep them safe from symptom flares in order… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (January 30, 2024) – Valentine’s Day is around the corner. If the person you love has allergies or asthma, you’ll want to make…

Pregnancy and Asthma
Read the full articleManaging your asthma while pregnant is the best thing you can do for you and your baby.… Overview When you’re pregnant, it is particularly important to manage your asthma properly. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, asthma affects 4–12 percent of women in their…

HOME Allergy Management
Read the full articleHome Allergy Management For Everyone (HOME) is an online tool to educate allergy sufferers on managing indoor allergens.… Use HOME to learn about the different types of indoor allergens and to receive room-by-room tips on managing allergies. Did you know that for allergy sufferers, allergy…

Diagnosing Allergies in Children
Read the full articleIf you suspect that your child has an allergy, finding its cause can put your son or daughter on the… OverviewWhen your child is sick, you want answers. See an allergist for expert care and relief. Allergies in infants and children are common; in fact, allergy-related disorders are…

Allergy Facts
Read the full articleAllergies are the 6th leading cause of chronic illness in the U.S.… Asthma and allergic diseases, such as allergic rhinitis (hay fever), food allergy, and eczema, are common for all age groups in the United States. Asthma affects more than 24 million people in the…

Testing & Diagnosis
Read the full articleMore than 50 million people in the United States have an allergy of some kind. Take back control of your… Overview About one quarter (25%) of adults have a seasonal allergy, 7.3% have eczema, and 6.2% have a food allergy. More than 20 million adults…

Skin Allergy
Read the full articleBumps, itching, redness and other skin conditions are common, and their cause may not be easily identifiable. A board-certified allergist… OverviewRed, bumpy, itchy skin can be irritating, painful and embarrassing. Rashes can be caused by many things, including exposure to certain plants (poison ivy, for…

Tree Nut
Read the full articleFrom the popular almond, cashew, and walnut to the lesser-known pine nut and lichee nut, tree nuts come in many… OverviewAlong with peanuts and shellfish, tree nuts are one of the food allergens most often linked to anaphylaxis — a serious, rapid-onset allergic reaction that…

Ragweed Allergy
Read the full articleThe pollen from ragweed causes allergy symptoms in many people. These symptoms include sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, and itchy… Overview While many people regard spring as prime pollen season, one type of pollen wreaks havoc in the late summer and fall. Ragweed pollen usually…

Allergists Answering Questions
Read the full articleVideos: Allergists answering questions Got questions about your allergy and asthma symptoms? Watch our short, instructive, helpful videos.… Videos: Allergists answering questions Got questions about your allergy and asthma symptoms? Watch our short, instructive, helpful videos.…

New Guidelines Released for Practitioners Treating Anaphylaxis and Atopic Dermatitis
Read the full articleTwo practice parameters from Joint Task Force for Practice Parameters offer recommendations for diagnosis, management of anaphylaxis and AD… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – (December 18, 2023) — Two new practice parameters from the Joint Task Force for Practice Parameters (JTFPP) offer evidence-based recommendations for the diagnosis…

New Year, New Resolutions to Keep Allergy and Asthma Symptoms Controlled
Read the full articleThe new year is a great time to take stock of how you’re feeling and assess what kind of changes… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (Dec. 14, 2023) – About 50 million people in the United States suffer from allergic conditions. That’s a whole lot of New…

What's the difference between skin testing and blood tests for allergies?
Read the full articleWhen people are trying to figure out what's causing asthma, allergies, or food problems, we use skin testing and blood… English Transcript Allergist Gerald Lee, MD: When people visit the allergy office, trying to figure out what's causing asthma, allergies, or problems to food,…

Flaxseed Allergy Appearing More Frequently – Present in Foods and Other Substances
Read the full articleTwo new medically challenging cases show that flaxseed can cause allergic reaction – both after being ingested and after touching… ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 9, 2023) – Flaxseed is an increasingly popular ingredient in baked goods and other food products due to its perceived health benefits.…

Is it safe to get a flu vaccine if I have an egg allergy?
Read the full articleThe actual egg content in the flu vaccine is minimal to zero and we should not be concerned about that… English Transcript Allergist Aleena Banerji, MD: The absolute answer is yes. The actual egg content in the flu vaccine is minimal to zero and…

5 expert tips to help you survive the winter holidays with allergies and asthma
Read the full articleThe pollen season may be over, but wintertime offers plenty of challenges for anyone with allergies or asthma.… (BPT) - If you're wondering why you're sniffling and sneezing when you thought the worst of allergy season was behind you, don't be surprised. The pollen season…

Claims hold is impacting multiple services
Read the full articleCMS issued updated instructions clarifying that payments for select claims affected by expired legislative Medicare coverage policies should be… CMS issued updated instructions to Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) clarifying that payments for select claims affected by expired legislative Medicare coverage policies should be held;…

Attend the Friday Practice Management Program in Orlando
Read the full articleThis full day of programming at the Annual Scientific Meeting will give you information and tools you can put into… Whether you’re an employed allergist, a practice owner, a FIT or a practice manager, the Practice Management Program on Friday, Nov. 7 at the…

Product Theaters, Sunday, Nov. 9
Read the full articleAll Annual Meeting attendees are invited to attend the 85-minute product theaters that will be presented in the exhibit… All Annual Meeting attendees are invited to attend the 85-minute product theaters that will be presented in the exhibit hall in West Hall E of…

Product Theaters, Friday, Nov. 7
Read the full articleAll Annual Meeting attendees are invited to attend the 25-minute product theaters that will be presented in the exhibit… All Annual Meeting attendees are invited to attend the 25-minute product theaters that will be presented in the exhibit hall in West Hall E of…

Biologics at a Glance Cheat Sheet
Read the full articleThis customizable summary provides basic info for common A/I biologics, including pharmacology, indications, doses and more. Print a copy for… This customizable summary provides basic info for common A/I biologics, including pharmacology, indications, doses and more. Print a copy for staff and providers.…

Leadership is a daily act of service
Read the full articleLeadership, then, is not an abstract ideal but a daily act of service to our patients, to our colleagues, and… Leadership in medicine is not about titles - it is about service. As members of the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI),…

Highlights from the October issue of Annals
Read the full articleThe current issue of Annals focuses on several key areas of interest for the practicing allergist-immunologist.… The current issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology focuses on several key areas of interest for the practicing allergist-immunologist, with two articles on the use of…

ACAAI Member Webinars
Read the full articleFind upcoming member webinars, and also find out what you may have missed by accessing previous webinars presented by… Previous Webinars 2025 Financial Update for Allergists This webinar reviews the latest allergy/immunology financial data, including allergist compensation and Medicare E&M coding data. Practice management…

New Patch testing toolkit has everything you need for patch testing!
Read the full articleUse our new toolkit to train staff, create and SOP and more.… Use our new toolkit to train staff, create and SOP and more.…

About Us
Read the full articleOur Mission Our Vision Our History Our Mission The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology promotes excellence in the… Our Mission Our Vision Our History Our Mission The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology promotes excellence in the practice of the subspecialty of…

CMS’ 2026 QPP Proposed Updates
Read the full articleThis article focuses on the QPP, providing an overview of key proposals and examining their potential impact on allergists.… On July 14, CMS released a proposed rule updating the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and Quality Payment Program (QPP) for the 2026 calendar year (Proposed…

Inspiring Vision at the ACAAI 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting
Read the full articleWe’re gearing up for an exciting 2025 ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 6-10 in Orlando – and we hope you’ll… We’re gearing up for an exciting 2025 ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 6-10 in Orlando – and we hope you’ll join us! As the…

Eczema gets the spotlight in October
Read the full articleOctober is Eczema Awareness Month! Use the College’s resources for your education and for information to share with patients.… October is Eczema Awareness Month! Use the College’s resources for your education and for information to share with patients. For allergists’ education and their practices…

Learn more about immune deficiency, anaphylaxis modulators and EoE
Read the full articleThe September/October issue of AllergyWatch reviews key updates in immune deficiency, anaphylaxis modulators, EoE, and more.… Read the latest issue of AllergyWatch to get the answers to clinical questions based on the latest research. AllergyWatch reviews recent articles related to our specialty in a concise and efficient…

Advocacy Council responds to the Proposed 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
Read the full articleThe College’s Advocacy Council submitted formal comments to CMS on the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule.… On Sept. 12, the College’s Advocacy Council submitted formal comments to CMS on the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule. In this article, we break…

ACAAI Town Hall meeting - Learn strategies to benefit your practice
Read the full articleGet information on legislation that might affect your practice, advocacy issues, College resources and reasons to engage with your local/state… You’re invited to attend the ACAAI House of Delegates (HOD) annual Town Hall Meeting, Friday, Nov. 7, 4:30 – 6:00 pm ET in Orlando,…

The importance of penicillin allergy delabeling
Read the full articleAllergy experts are in a unique position to address this issue and can help make sure patients get an accurate… Penicillin allergy is an issue that requires patient education and public awareness. Although about 10% of the population report having this drug allergy, only…

Help your patients keep up with vaccine news
Read the full articleTwo new web pages can assist your patients in staying informed on the benefits of vaccines to prevent serious… Your patients may be coming to you with questions about whether they should be seeking vaccines for themselves or for their children. You can help…

FIT Bowl, 1992-1999
Read the full articleBelow are the winning programs and teams of the annual ACAAI FIT Bowls between the years 1992-1999.… Below are the winning programs and teams of the annual ACAAI FIT Bowls between the years 1992-1999. 1992 FIT Bowl #1 (Premiere) ACAAI 50th Anniversary ACAAI President:…

2026 code updates
Read the full articleAs you prepare for the influenza season, we have the answers to coding for the 2025-26 influenza vaccine products.… Influenza Vaccine Codes As you prepare for the influenza season, we have the answers to coding for the 2025-26 influenza vaccine products. An administration code should…

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