Double Duty Spring Cleaning: Keep Healthy and Tidy
Read the full articleAllergy season can last all year for those sensitive to indoor allergens, but it can worsen in the spring when… Spring cleaning can be more than a daunting chore for those with allergies and asthma. Dust, pet hair and cleaning supplies can leave you…
What does asthma have to do with your allergies? Probably a lot.
Read the full articleWhile the two may not seem related, studies show about two-thirds or more of those with asthma also have an… People who have allergies often also have asthma. And people with asthma often have allergies. While the two may not seem related, studies show…
Before School Starts, Train all the Brains for Allergies and Asthma
Read the full articleAn allergy or asthma action plan doesn’t do any good if it’s not shared with the people who can act… You may have been thinking through your child’s back-to-school allergy plan since school let out last spring. But unless all the people your child…
Kids with Allergies and Asthma Can Have Fun without the Fright
Read the full articleWhat’s definitely not so fun for parents of kids with food allergies are the potential dangers lurking in Halloween candy… Bwahahahah. Haunted houses, witches, goblins and ghosts – lots of people love the shivers down the spine and scares that come along with Halloween.…
Late Summer is the Time to Start Preparing for Fall Ragweed Season
Read the full articleConsidered the most allergenic of all pollens, ragweed pops up throughout the East and Midwest starting in mid-August.… Once ragweed allergy season starts, it can feel like there’s no end in sight when it comes to fall allergy misery. Climate change is a big…
No special precautions needed for flu shots for people allergic to eggs
Read the full articleOverwhelming evidence has shown that a flu shot poses no greater risk to those with egg allergy than those… For many years, people with an egg allergy were told to avoid or take special precautions when getting a flu shot because most influenza vaccines…
Are Your Allergies and Asthma Ready for College?
Read the full articleIf attending college means leaving your hometown, you need to start thinking about how you’ll manage your allergy or asthma… That acceptance letter from your dream school felt pretty great. But if attending college means leaving your hometown, you need to start thinking about…
Allergies and Asthma are Bigger Summer Camp Challenges than Homesickness
Read the full articleFinding the right camp for your child with allergies or asthma can seem daunting, depending on how serious their symptoms… The biggest worry for some kids as they head off to summer camp is whether their IPad will get a connection in the North…
Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps
Read the full articleAn estimated 50 percent of patients with eosinophilic esophagitis also have seasonal allergies or asthma.… Supported by: Find expert care. If your son or daughter is struggling with eosinophilic esophagitis, take control and consult an allergist today. Find an Allergist Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps…
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Allergy Relief
Read the full articleA few proactive steps to manage potential triggers can help ensure that everyone avoids allergy and asthma flares.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 18, 2026) – The Fourth of July is about fireworks, barbecues and spending time with family and friends. But if you or your…
What is an immunologist?
Read the full articleWhen a person has too many illnesses or they have a difficult time recovering from an illness, you might want… English Transcript Allergist Niraj Patel, MD: You should see an immunologist when an individual has frequent or recurrent illnesses. When a person has too…
Allergy and Immunology Leaders Unite to Strengthen the Specialty Workforce and Expand Access to High Quality Care
Read the full articleNow is the moment to come together to support healthcare for every person in our country with allergic and immunologic… WASHINGTON, DC, May 27, 2026 — Leaders from the National Medical Association (NMA) Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAI) Section, the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma…
What is sunscreen allergy and what types of hypoallergenic sunscreen do you recommend?
Read the full articleA sunscreen allergy is when you're allergic to some component within the sunscreen. An allergist can help you determine which… English Transcript Allergist Marcello Aquino, MD: A sunscreen allergy is when you're allergic to some component within the sunscreen. So, it can be some…
Clinical Trial Resources
Read the full articleWelcome to the ACAAI Clinical Trial Resources While the ACAAI does not endorse these trials, we do encourage clinicians and… Welcome to the ACAAI Clinical Trial Resources While the ACAAI does not endorse these trials, we do encourage clinicians and their patients to partake in…
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.…
Is chlorine allergy really an allergy?
Read the full articleWe are at risk for chlorine exposure in our day-to-day cleaning products at home, but patients who are swimmers may… English Transcript Allergist Selina Gierer, DO: Chlorine is actually an irritant to the skin. It would be very rare for a patient to have…
Asthma-COPD Overlap
Read the full articleAsthma-COPD Overlap Syndrome (ACOS) is when you have both diseases. Each condition must be treated.… Overview What Is Asthma? Asthma is a long-term disease that makes it hard to breathe. It is very common among children and adults. Asthma can cause your airways to become…
Does anaphylaxis look different in infants and toddlers as compared to older patients?
Read the full articleAnaphylaxis may be a little bit different to pick up on, to recognize because infants and toddlers can't talk.… English Transcript Allergist Michael Pistiner, MD: Yeah, it does. Anaphylaxis in an infant or a toddler, an infant is a kid less than age one.…
How do I know if I have allergies or just a cold?
Read the full articleIf the symptoms are very frequent and last for more than several days, it's likely to be allergies. It can… English Transcript Allergist Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, MD: If the symptoms are very frequent and last for more than several days, it's likely to be allergies.…
Alergia a la penicilina
Read the full articleAlrededor del 10 % de las personas en Estados Unidos creen tener alergia a la penicilina, pero menos del 10… ¿Qué es una alergia a la penicilina? La penicilina es uno de los antibióticos más populares del mundo. Fue descubierta en 1928 por el científico…
Kathleen R. May, MD, FACAAI, Gold Headed Cane Award nominee
Read the full articleIt has been a tremendous privilege to hold many "hats" over a career of service to the College and our… I am honored and humbled to be considered for this year's ACAAI Gold Headed Cane Award, which coincides with my 30th anniversary as a…
Explore ACAAI's new Career Center
Read the full articleWhat if you had the ability to look across a map of the United States and see every potential allergy… What if you had the ability to look across a map of the United States and see every potential allergy employment opportunity — whether they…
Learn about the intersection of allergies and autoimmunity and autoinflammatory diseases
Read the full articleThis month in Annals, a Master Clinician Series article explores strategies to reduce needle anxiety in pediatric patients.… Summer is in full swing, and this month Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology focuses on the intersection of allergies and autoimmunity and autoinflammatory diseases. The…
CMS proposes sweeping expansion of Medicare enrollment revocation authority
Read the full articleThe proposed rule is currently open for public comment, and ACAAI’s Advocacy Council is preparing comments.… The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed one of the most significant expansions of its Medicare enrollment enforcement authority in recent years. Although the proposals…
Women in Allergy Committee
Read the full articleThe Women in Allergy Committee promotes involvement and adequate representation of female allergists in the College’s activities, committees and… The Women in Allergy Committee promotes involvement and adequate representation of female allergists in the College’s activities, committees and leadership. The committee works to provide…
Stay up to date with allergy and immunology in Africa
Read the full articleAFRICALLI is focused on strengthening care and outcomes for people living with allergic and immunologic conditions across Africa.… AFRICALLI is a pan‑African alliance for allergy and clinical immunology that’s focused on strengthening care and outcomes for people living with allergic and immunologic conditions across Africa.…
College Career Center
Read the full articleUnlike traditional job boards, you can explore and connect with employers 12+ months before you’re actively searching.… Welcome to the College's new Career Center! Go to the College Career Center - login required The ACAAI Career Center is a comprehensive, modern site that features…
ACAAI Linktree
Read the full articleFind important ACAAI links for members, patients and primary care physicians.… Find important ACAAI links for members, patients and primary care physicians.…
Recent Insider Updates
Read the full articleKeep up to date with the latest messages from the College! Bookmark the Insider Update page and check back… Below are items that have been blast emailed to members. Once a deadline has passed, such as for registering for a meeting or webinar, or…
Preparing for the road ahead
Read the full articleBehind the scenes, the committee is carefully reviewing applications and determining placements across our 40+ committees.… Summer is in full swing and so is the work of the Appointments Committee. Behind the scenes, the committee is carefully reviewing applications and determining placements across our…
Annual Meeting Site Selection Committee
Read the full articleThe Annual Meeting Site Selection Committee recommends potential cities and sites to hold future Annual Meetings. The Annual Meeting Site… The Annual Meeting Site Selection Committee recommends potential cities and sites to hold future Annual Meetings. The Annual Meeting Site Selection Committee is composed of…
Deadlines for accessibility requirements
Read the full articleIf your practice accepts Medicare or Medicaid payments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act will likely apply to you.… If your practice accepts Medicare or Medicaid payments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act will likely apply to you. In 2024, the Department of Health…
Racial Disparities and Health Equity Resource Center
Read the full articleThere are many types of health disparities – the differences in overall health and access to health care experienced among… There are many types of health disparities – the differences in overall health and access to health care experienced among various population groups. These disparities…
Racial Disparities in Asthma and Allergic Diseases
in AnnalsRead the full articleExplore research and perspectives from the Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology about racial disparities in asthma and allergic… Explore research and perspectives from Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology: Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Subcutaneous Allergen Immunotherapy for Pediatric Patients With Allergic Rhinitis (November…
Recent ACAAI leadership decisions – Summer 2026
Read the full articleThe following are some of the key actions taken by the ACAAI Board of Regents and Executive Committee at recent… The following are some of the key actions taken by the ACAAI Board of Regents and Executive Committee at recent meetings. Endorsed FARE’s web-based…
House of Delegates
Read the full articleACAAI’s House of Delegates (HOD) strives to better serve ACAAI’s membership by collecting and disseminating local, state and regional intel.… ACAAI’s House of Delegates (HOD) strives to better serve ACAAI’s membership by collecting and disseminating local, state and regional intel. The HOD supports ACAAI by…
Spotlight on the Women in Allergy Committee
Read the full articleThe Women in Allergy Committee is dedicated to providing practical tools, resources and mentorship opportunities.… The Women in Allergy Committee is dedicated to providing practical tools, resources and mentorship opportunities to help women allergists navigate the various stages of their careers. One of the…
Daniel Ein, MD, FACAAI Emeritus, Gold Headed Cane Award nominee
Read the full articleMembership in the College, for me, has been and continues to be, a much-cherished privilege.… I am truly honored and humbled to be nominated for this prestigious award. To be included in the illustrious group of colleagues who have been nominated before me is…
William K. Dolen, MD, FACAAI Emeritus, Gold Headed Cane Award nominee
Read the full articleI felt especially aligned with the College because of its straightforward meeting format, strong emphasis on clinical science, and… Being nominated for the College’s Gold Headed Cane award is a profound honor. My first College meeting was in 1984 when I was a FIT.…
July 10 is Chronic Disease Day
Read the full articleAllergists treat many chronic conditions – and your College membership provides resources to help you bring relief to your… July 10 is Chronic Disease Day. Have you maximized your College membership by accessing toolkits and other educational resources on the chronic conditions you treat?…
