Expert tips for managing asthma and allergies during the holidays
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 11, 2021) (BPT) – What’s in those delicious holiday cookies? How come it’s hard to breathe… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 11, 2021) (BPT) - What's in those delicious holiday cookies? How come it's hard to breathe while decking the halls? Is…
How to Plan a Holiday Season Free of COVID, Allergies and Asthma
Read the full articleA little advance planning goes a long way to keeping everyone safe and healthy ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 23, 2021)… A little advance planning goes a long way to keeping everyone safe and healthy ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 23, 2021) – Lots of people are…
Better Identification of Sesame in Food Packaging Needed to Avoid Anaphylaxis
Read the full articleStudy shows more than 50% of products did not declare sesame on the label ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (December 15, 2021) – In 2021, the US Congress passed the Food Allergy Safety, Treatment, Education & Research Act which, among other things, added sesame to the…
Keeping Allergy and Asthma Symptoms Under Control in the New Year
Read the full articleDon’t say “resolutions” – just assign yourself a few tasks ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (December 17, 2021) – New Year’s resolutions can feel overwhelming, and guilt-inducing if you can’t keep them. This year, why not assign yourself a few tasks to keep your…
Keep COVID-19 Precautions, Along with Romance, on Your Radar on Valentine’s Day
Read the full articleShow your love by helping your sweetie prevent allergy and asthma flares ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (January 18, 2022) – It all feels eerily familiar. A Valentine’s Day that will involve helping to keep our sweethearts safe from COVID-19, and for those with allergies…
What Allergists Want You to Know About the 2022 Spring Allergy Season
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (February 22, 2022) – Spring allergies are a tale as old as time – but the ferocity with which they land can sometimes pack a surprise punch for those who suffer with allergy symptoms. “People still have Covid on their minds,”…
Those With Asthma Not at Greater Risk for Severe Disease from COVID-19
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (April 19, 2022) – From the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, health experts were concerned that people with asthma would not only be more likely to contract the virus, but they would also be more severely affected by the respiratory nature…
Study Shows COVID-19 Increased Anxiety and Symptoms for Asthma Sufferers
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (May 5, 2022) – In the past two years, COVID-19 has provoked anxiety throughout the world for people worried they and their loved ones would get the virus and suffer tragic consequences. Two new studies in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and…
New Study: Longer Duration of Exclusive Breastfeeding Has Protective Effect on Childhood Asthma
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (May 25, 2022) – Pregnant women and new mothers are often presented with information on the benefits of breastfeeding their infants. A new study in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the scientific journal of American College of Allergy, Asthma and…
Turn Down the Heat on Summer Allergies
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 8, 2022) – Summer hasn’t officially arrived, but the heat has already been turned up in many parts of the United States. That means allergy and asthma symptoms can feel particularly out of control. “People assume spring and fall are…
Celebrate Stars and Stripes Minus Allergy and Asthma Symptoms
Read the full articleIf your allergy and asthma symptoms are keeping you from summer fun, make an appointment with an allergist for proper… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 23, 2022) – This year, after several years of cancelled 4th of July events due to Covid-19, there’s a good chance…
De regreso a clases: Cómo los padres pueden ayudar a los niños alérgicos y asmáticos
Read the full articlePrior to school getting under way is an ideal time to review your child’s needs for coping with allergies and… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, ILL. (3 de agosto, 2022) – Las semanas previas al comienzo del curso son de mucho ajetreo para las familias, que dedican…
Back to school: How parents can help kids with allergies and asthma
Read the full articlePrior to school getting under way is an ideal time to review your child’s needs for coping with allergies and… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, ILL. (August 3, 2022) – The weeks before school begins are busy for families — full of shopping for supplies and getting…
New Study: 36% of YouTube Videos Contain Misleading Hay Fever Information
Read the full articleA new study in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology showed misleading content generated a higher amount of user interaction… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (August 10, 2022) – Want to build a spice rack for your kitchen? Pull up a YouTube video to see how it…
Create Halloween Scares That Are Safe and Fun for Kids with Allergies and Asthma
Read the full articleDo your kids enjoy a good scare on Halloween? It’s not the best idea to combine Halloween scares with allergy… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL (September 28, 2022) – Do your kids enjoy a good scare on Halloween? Do they also suffer from allergies or asthma?…
Children with Food Allergy-Related Anxiety Can Benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (October 4, 2022) – Children with food allergies, along with their parents, often experience heightened anxiety over… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (October 4, 2022) – Children with food allergies, along with their parents, often experience heightened anxiety over risks of casual contact with…
Teens with Allergies and Asthma Want Halloween Fun Too
Read the full articleFollow common sense tips to let them howl the night away October 26, 2022 – If you have a teenager… Follow common sense tips to let them howl the night away October 26, 2022 – If you have a teenager in the house, long gone…
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… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – For many years, people with an egg allergy were told to avoid or take special precautions when getting a flu shot because most…
Incluso en los estados con leyes estrictas sobre el albuterol de reserva, los administradores escolares temen la responsabilidad
Read the full articleAunque el asma es una de las afecciones respiratorias más comunes en los niños, estos no siempre llevan consigo sus… LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (10 de noviembre de 2022) – Aunque el asma es una de las afecciones respiratorias más comunes en los niños, estos no…
Los teléfonos inteligentes son depósitos de alérgenos
Read the full articleSe ven 14 millones de veces al día, lo que los convierte en receptáculos potenciales de peligros ambientales como los… LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (10 de noviembre de 2022) – Según el censo de los EE. UU. de 2018, los teléfonos inteligentes están presentes en el…
Insights on submitting session proposals for the ACAAI Annual Meeting
Read the full articleACAAI Executive Medical Director Dr. Todd Mahr shares practical tips regarding session proposals for the ACAAI Annual Meeting.… ACAAI Executive Medical Director Dr. Todd Mahr shares practical tips regarding session proposals for the ACAAI Annual Meeting. What role can the College’s committees play in…
Leadership decisions Fall 2025
Read the full articleThe following are some of the key actions taken by the ACAAI Executive Committee at its recent meeting.… The following are some of the key actions taken by the ACAAI Executive Committee at its recent meeting. Approved the appointment of the following Advocacy Council…
2024 allergist compensation keeps pace with inflation
Read the full articleGet MGMA 2024 compensation data for academic and non-academic allergists.… For the third year in a row, we have good news for allergists! Allergist median academic total compensation and non-academic total compensation both saw increases in 2024 over the prior year. In addition, median…
Legacy of Congressman George Miller O'Brien: Advocate for the Patient with Asthma and Allergic Disease
Read the full articleMr. O’Brien had a deep-rooted commitment to the support of research in the field of allergic diseases, and helped to… This year, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) celebrates the 40th year of designating May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month…
Sample Smart/Dot Phrases: Food Reactions Discharge Instructions (8/2025)
in Employed Allergist | Resource Type: DOCRead the full articleFood Allergy vs. Food Sensitization vs. Food Intolerance Some of the symptoms of food intolerance and food allergy are similar,… Food Allergy vs. Food Sensitization vs. Food Intolerance Some of the symptoms of food intolerance and food allergy are similar, but the differences between the…
Sample Smart/Dot Phrases: Mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) Discharge Instructions (8/2025)
in Employed Allergist | Resource Type: DOCRead the full articleMast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) is a condition that doctors may consider when patients have many different symptoms and certain… Mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) is a condition that doctors may consider when patients have many different symptoms and certain blood test results. The diagnosis…
Sample Smart/Dot Phrases: VCD Discharge Instructions
in Employed Allergist | Resource Type: DOCRead the full articleVocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD) /Inspiratory Laryngeal Obstruction (ILO)/ Exercise- Induced Laryngeal Obstruction Exercises (EILO) What Happens in Vocal Cord… Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD) /Inspiratory Laryngeal Obstruction (ILO)/ Exercise- Induced Laryngeal Obstruction Exercises (EILO) What Happens in Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD) or Inspiratory Laryngeal…
Sample Smart/Dot Phrases: Allergic Rhinitis Discharge Instructions (8/2025)
in Employed Allergist | Resource Type: DOCRead the full articleSample Smart/Dot Phrases Allergic Rhinitis Discharge Instructions 8/2025 Your testing was positive to these allergens: *** Treatment of… Sample Smart/Dot Phrases Allergic Rhinitis Discharge Instructions 8/2025 Your testing was positive to these allergens: *** Treatment of allergies includes avoidance of the…
Sample Smart/Dot Phrases: Allergy Shot Discharge Instructions (8/2025)
in Employed Allergist | Resource Type: DOCRead the full articleAllergy Shots Allergies are the result of a chain reaction that starts in the immune system. Your immune system controls… Allergy Shots Allergies are the result of a chain reaction that starts in the immune system. Your immune system controls how your body defends itself.…
Sample Smart/Dot Phrases: Habitual Cough Discharge Instructions (8/2025)
in Employed Allergist | Resource Type: DOCRead the full articleHabit Cough (Tic Cough) A habit cough (sometimes called tic cough) is a cough that happens over and over in… Habit Cough (Tic Cough) A habit cough (sometimes called tic cough) is a cough that happens over and over in a patterned way, kind of…
Sample Smart/Dot Phrases: HPI
in Employed Allergist | Resource Type: DOCRead the full articleHPI HPI Start old _ with _ who presents to our clinic for initial evaluation for ####################PREVIOUS HPI################################### Asthma Initial… HPI HPI Start old _ with _ who presents to our clinic for initial evaluation for ####################PREVIOUS HPI################################### Asthma Initial HPI Age of diagnosis: Method…
Sample Smart/Dot Phrases: Procedures
in Employed Allergist | Resource Type: DOCRead the full articleSAMPLE PROCEDURE DOT/SMART PHRASES Immunotherapy Note This is a old patient who today presents for immunotherapy. The patient was… SAMPLE PROCEDURE DOT/SMART PHRASES Immunotherapy Note This is a old patient who today presents for immunotherapy. The patient was screened and found qualified for…
Sample Standing Order: Epinephrine Auto-Injector 0.15 mg OR 0.30 mg and Epinephrine Intranasal 1 mg or 2 mg
in Employed Allergist | Resource Type: DOCRead the full articleSAMPLE STANDING ORDER: EPINEPHERINE AUTO-INJECTOR 0.15 mg OR 0.30 mg AND EPINEPHERINE INTRANASAL 1 mg OR 2 mg Approved By:… SAMPLE STANDING ORDER: EPINEPHERINE AUTO-INJECTOR 0.15 mg OR 0.30 mg AND EPINEPHERINE INTRANASAL 1 mg OR 2 mg Approved By: Physician’s Name…
Sample Standing Order: Oral Antihistamine
in Employed Allergist | Resource Type: DOCRead the full articleSAMPLE STANDING ORDER: ORAL ANTIHISTAMINE Approved By: Physician’s Name (printed), License No. and NPI No. Physician’s Signature: ________________________________________… SAMPLE STANDING ORDER: ORAL ANTIHISTAMINE Approved By: Physician’s Name (printed), License No. and NPI No. Physician’s Signature: ________________________________________ Effective Date: _____________________________…
Sample Standing Order: Topical Hydrocortisone
in Employed Allergist | Resource Type: DOCRead the full articleSAMPLE STANDING ORDER: TOPICAL HYDROCORTISONE Approved By: Physician’s Name (printed), License No. and NPI No. Physician’s Signature: ________________________________________… SAMPLE STANDING ORDER: TOPICAL HYDROCORTISONE Approved By: Physician’s Name (printed), License No. and NPI No. Physician’s Signature: ________________________________________ Effective Date: _____________________________…
Sample Standing Order: Albuterol Levalbuterol or Albuterol Ipratropium via Nebulizer
in Employed Allergist | Resource Type: DOCRead the full articleSAMPLE STANDING ORDER: ALBUTEROL, LEVALBUTEROL, OR ALBUTEROL/IPRATROPIUM VIA NEBULIZER Approved By: Physician’s Name (printed), License No. and NPI No.… SAMPLE STANDING ORDER: ALBUTEROL, LEVALBUTEROL, OR ALBUTEROL/IPRATROPIUM VIA NEBULIZER Approved By: Physician’s Name (printed), License No. and NPI No. Physician’s Signature: …
Use DocMatter to connect with other employed allergists
Read the full articleDocMatter is a safe, private forum for College physicians to post clinical and practice questions to other allergists. Login to… …
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…
