Pregnant Women Often Miss Out on Specialist Allergy Care
Read the full articleAllergy and immunology care in pregnancy is safe and can make a real difference in how women feel. Don't hesitate… ORLANDO (Nov. 6, 2025) – Many pregnant women experience allergies, asthma, or reactions to medications — conditions that can affect both mother and baby if…

Las provocaciones alimentarias orales y la inmunoterapia oral ofrecen esperanza y confianza a las familias que manejan las alergias alimentarias en niños pequeños
Read the full articleDos nuevos estudios destacan la inmunoterapia oral y las provocaciones alimentarias orales (OFC) en niños, mostrando que ambos procedimientos son… ORLANDO (6 de noviembre de 2025) – Dos nuevos estudios que se presentarán en la Reunión Científica Anual del Colegio Americano de Alergia, Asma e…

Oral Food Challenges and Oral Immunotherapy Offer Hope and Confidence for Families Managing Food Allergies in Young Children
Read the full articleTwo new studies show that oral immunotherapy and oral food challenges are safe for young patients and can be life-changing… ORLANDO (Nov. 6, 2025) – Two new studies being presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting in Orlando…

Las redes sociales ayudan y perjudican en la educación sobre alergias y asma
Read the full articleUna nueva investigación revela que si bien estas plataformas dan voz a los pacientes, también amplifican la desinformación.… ORLANDO (6 de noviembre de 2025) – Desde una rara alergia a la carne transmitida por garrapatas hasta el asma cotidiano, millones de personas recurren a las…

Social Media Helps and Hurts When it Comes to Allergy and Asthma Education
Read the full articleNew research reveals that while social media platforms give patients a voice, they also amplify misinformation, and are not always… ORLANDO (Nov. 6, 2025) – From rare tick-borne meat allergy to everyday asthma, millions of people turn to social media for health advice. But new…

What Conditions Do Immunologists Treat?
Read the full articleIf you or your child has persistent infections, unexplained inflammation, or symptoms that haven’t responded to typical care, early intervention… When your immune system is not working properly, it can lead to a variety of health problems. Some people get sick more often or take…

5 maneras expertas de prepararse para una temporada de alergias otoñales prolongada
Read the full articleGracias a los cambios en los patrones climáticos, la temporada de alergias comienza antes y dura más que nunca.… (BPT) - Si cree que es demasiado pronto para prepararse para la temporada de alergias otoñales, piénselo de nuevo. Gracias a los cambios en los patrones…

5 expert ways to prepare for a longer fall allergy season
Read the full articleThanks to changing weather patterns, allergy season is starting earlier and lasting longer than ever before.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (August 1, 2025) - If you think it's too early to prepare for fall allergy season, think again. Thanks to changing weather patterns, allergy season is…

ACAAI Responds to Proposed Florida Ban on Vaccine Mandates
Read the full articleACAAI notes with concern Florida’s recent decision to discontinue school vaccine mandates for children.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (September 4, 2025) - The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) – a professional medical organization representing more than 6,000 allergists/immunologists, allied health professionals, and the…

Fall Allergy Symptoms Are Similar to Spring and Summer – and Can Hit as Hard
Read the full articleSome people suffer from seasonal allergies much of the year – with perhaps a break in the winter if they… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (August 28, 2025) – If you’re wondering why your spring allergy symptoms never went away, it’s possible you are suffering from spring…

Can allergies cause headaches?
Read the full articleYour sinuses are in your forehead, your cheeks, behind your eyes. That's why people feel that headache will be more… Allergist Nancy Joseph, DO: Yes, allergies can absolutely cause headaches, and the main way they do that is via ways of your sinuses. So,…

Asthma in Children
Read the full articleIf your child is diagnosed with asthma, an allergist can help them live an active, full life.… Overview Did you know that asthma is the most common chronic lung disease in children? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it affects approximately 6…

You Handle Your Child’s Allergies and Asthma at Home: Who’s in Charge at School?
Read the full articleWhat about your child's health at school? Create a “health team” at school with teachers, coaches and nurses.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL. (August 12, 2025) – It wasn’t easy – and may have taken a few tries – but your child’s asthma and allergies are well-managed…

Cuáles son algunos síntomas que me harían sospechar de EoE?
Read the full articleLos signos o síntomas que nosotros vemos en los pacientes con esofagitisfílica del inglés EOE fromopilitis varían dependiendo de la… Espanol Alergólogo Juan Carlos Murillo, MD: Los signos o síntomas que nosotros vemos en los pacientes con esofagitisfílica del inglés EOE fromopilitis varían dependiendo…

How do I prepare for my telehealth visit?
Read the full articleYou will enter a virtual waiting room. Be ready to have your questions, history, and things you want to ask… Allergist Jennifer Shih, MD: Telehealth visits are a great way to be efficient about the way you can see your doctor, and there are…

How is Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU) different than hives?
Read the full articleAcute hives are what it sounds like. You get exposed to something, you have hives. You treat them, they go… Allergist Pooja Patel, MD: So when we talk about hives, there's two ways to think about it. Acute urticaria or acute hives and chronic…

My child has severe eczema, should I eliminate certain foods from their diet?
Read the full articleAllergist Melinda Rathkopf, MD, explains why elimination diets aren't beneficial for children with eczema, and why they can even be… Allergist Melissa Rathkopf, MD: I'm often asked in cases of severe eczema if food elimination diets could be helpful and actually they aren't and…

Is it possible for adults to get food allergies?
Read the full articleIt is truly possible that you can manifest with an a food allergy as an adult. Food allergies appear with… Allergist Benjamin Prince, MD: Food allergies are definitely more prevalent in young children and can actually be outgrown with age. It is truly possible…

A review of the Make America Healthy Again report on childhood chronic diseases
Read the full articleThe Advocacy Council of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology reviewed the recently-released report from the Presidential Commission… The Advocacy Council of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology reviewed the recently-released report from the Presidential Commission to Make America Healthy Again.…

Mark Corbett Installed as ACAAI President
Read the full articleKathleen May elected president-elect NEW ORLEANS (November 8, 2021) – Allergist Mark Corbett, MD, of Louisville, KY, was installed as president of American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) at ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting on November 8 in New Orleans. Allergist Kathleen May…

Hear from the virtuosos of allergy and immunology
Read the full articleWe have fantastic speakers and thought leaders lined up for this year’s meeting. And just like past Annual Meetings, we… We have fantastic speakers and thought leaders lined up for this year’s meeting. And just like past Annual Meetings, we will have several named lectures…

Vision Forward: Working on the future
Read the full articleVision Forward, the College’s 2021 – 2023 strategic plan, further propels us to advance our mission, elevate our profile and offerings, engage members and educate the public about the specialty of allergy and immunology. The goals, strategies and tactics under Vision Forward are guided…

Saturday is simply presidential
Read the full articleWe’ve spent countless hours redesigning the Annual Scientific Meeting to give you an all-new experience this year. With 90-minute sessions,… We’ve spent countless hours redesigning the Annual Scientific Meeting to give you an all-new experience this year. With 90-minute sessions, new formats and easier-to-attend events,…

New College resources help your practice soar
Read the full articleCollege committees and taskforces have been busy this past year creating and updating resources to help your allergy practice! Whether you’re looking to evaluate your practice, find accurate coding resources, resolve staffing issues or use social media, the College has the answers – plus…

Who really needs penicillin allergy testing and reviewing penicillin minor determinants
Read the full articleOur Annual Scientific Meeting will soon be upon us. I hope many of you will be in attendance for what… Our Annual Scientific Meeting will soon be upon us. I hope many of you will be in attendance for what promises to be a…

Get one-on-one with thought leaders
Read the full articleThe Annual Scientific Meeting, year after year, brings together the top experts in allergy, asthma and immunology from around the… The Annual Scientific Meeting, year after year, brings together the top experts in allergy, asthma and immunology from around the globe. At the 2018 meeting,…

Reflecting on my year as president
Read the full articleDuring this past year, the College has continually built upon the strong foundation we first laid out in Vision 2020.… During this past year, the College has continually built upon the strong foundation we first laid out in Vision 2020. And since there will always…

Try your hand at workshops
Read the full articleThere’s nothing like hands-on experience to help you learn a new concept or diagnostic test. Being able to observe as… There’s nothing like hands-on experience to help you learn a new concept or diagnostic test. Being able to observe as well as perform has benefits…

An MOC review just for you
Read the full articleWhile you’re making final plans and setting your schedule for the Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 15-19 in Seattle, be sure… While you’re making final plans and setting your schedule for the Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 15-19 in Seattle, be sure to stay through Monday to…

Claim your CME credit now!
Read the full articleWe’ve closed the books on another great ACAAI Annual Meeting, but if you still haven’t claimed your CME credit, it’s… We’ve closed the books on another great ACAAI Annual Meeting, but if you still haven’t claimed your CME credit, it’s not too late. For your…

Connect with colleagues at the Annual Meeting
Read the full articleIn the spirit of our all-new revamped Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 15-19 in Seattle, our networking and social events are… In the spirit of our all-new revamped Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 15-19 in Seattle, our networking and social events are better than ever, too! With…

On Demand access to the 2023 Annual Meeting
Read the full articlehe College is happy to provide you with complimentary access to the On Demand recordings from the meeting.… On Demand access to the ACAAI 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting is here! View sessions you missed and revisit sessions you attended for another look. Get credit!…

Why was Jonas Salk, MD at our 1971 Annual Scientific Meeting?
Read the full articleDr. Jonas Salk, Dr. Frank T. Perkins, and Dr. Roderick Murray As we celebrate our 75th anniversary, we’ve rediscovered some interesting tidbits about the activities of our past Annual Scientific Meetings. Did you know our annual fundraising event, started by Joseph A. Bellanti…

Sharing the decision – putting patients first
Read the full articleAs Bela Schick said, “First the patient, second the patient, third the patient, fourth the patient, fifth the patient, and… As Bela Schick said, “First the patient, second the patient, third the patient, fourth the patient, fifth the patient, and then maybe comes science. In…

Don’t miss this literature review!
Read the full articleWe know College members are extremely busy people – from working in your practice all day to catching up with… We know College members are extremely busy people – from working in your practice all day to catching up with your EHR at night. Who…

Congratulate your colleagues!
Read the full articleThe College is proud to honor the following individuals for their contributions to the College and the specialty of allergy/immunology.… The College is proud to honor the following individuals for their contributions to the College and the specialty of allergy/immunology. These awards will be presented…

Shine a light on your research
Read the full articleThink you’ve got great research? The College has more ways for you to spotlight it than ever before! Get your… Think you’ve got great research? The College has more ways for you to spotlight it than ever before! Get your abstracts (and medically challenging cases)…

What can your Super Delegate do for YOU?
Read the full articleWhether it’s an issue with your practice (like billing, coding, or insurance) or an issue in your state, take the… Whether it’s an issue with your practice (like billing, coding, or insurance) or an issue in your state, take the first step towards solving the…

Allied health – expand your learning during Annual Meeting
Read the full articleUpdated August 29, 2018 Exciting changes are coming for allied health members at the 2018 Annual Scientific Meeting Nov. 15-19… Updated August 29, 2018 Exciting changes are coming for allied health members at the 2018 Annual Scientific Meeting Nov. 15-19 in Seattle. For the first…

College resources help your practice soar
Read the full articleWhere can you find practical, easy-to-follow tools to help run your practice? The College has the answer: the Practice Management… Where can you find practical, easy-to-follow tools to help run your practice? The College has the answer: the Practice Management Center (PMC). Check out…

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