Understanding the Type 2 Inflammation Connection
Read the full articleThis resource is provided as part of the Type 2 Connection campaign… This resource is provided as part of the Type 2 Connection campaign…
Need for Psychology Referrals Increasing for Children with Food Allergies
Read the full articleThere has been a more than 50% increase in the need for professional psychology services due to increased anxiety.… BOSTON (Oct. 24, 2024) – With the rise in incidence of food allergies in children in the past decade, there has been a corresponding increase in…
Aumenta la necesidad de derivaciones psicológicas para niños con alergias alimentarias
Read the full articleEstudio muestra aumento de más del 50% en 2023 en comparación con los cuatro años anteriores… BOSTON (24 de octubre de 2024) – Con el aumento de la incidencia de alergias alimentarias en los niños en la última década, ha habido un aumento correspondiente en…
Penicillin Allergy Delabeling in Syphilis Patients Assists in Furthering Treatment
Read the full articleAbout 10% of Americans believe they are allergic to penicillin, and approximately 90% of those patients are not actually… BOSTON (Oct. 24, 2024) – About 10% of Americans believe they are allergic to penicillin, and approximately 90% of those patients are not actually allergic. As…
La eliminación del etiquetado de la alergia a la penicilina en pacientes con sífilis ayuda a avanzar en el tratamiento
Read the full articleAlrededor del 10% de los estadounidenses creen que son alérgicos a la penicilina, y aproximadamente el 90% de esos pacientes… BOSTON (24 de octubre de 2024) – Alrededor del 10% de los estadounidenses creen que son alérgicos a la penicilina, y aproximadamente el 90% de…
Vaccine Refusal Lower in Minorities in New Study
Read the full articleA new study showed that self-identified non-White patients were less likely to demonstrate vaccine-hesitancy than the self-identified White patient… BOSTON (Oct. 24, 2024) – Throughout the Covid pandemic, media widely reported that Black patients were more likely than White patients to refuse vaccines, including the…
Según un nuevo estudio, el rechazo a las vacunas es menor entre las minorías
Read the full articleUn nuevo estudio mostró que los pacientes que se identifican como no blancos tenían menos probabilidades de mostrar desconfianza en… BOSTON (24 de octubre de 2024) – Durante la pandemia de COVID, los medios informaron ampliamente que los pacientes negros tenían más probabilidades que los…
Study: Parents’ Understanding of Atopic Dermatitis May Influence Child’s Diet
Read the full articleA new study showed that elimination diets in the case of AD only mildly improved AD lesions in one-third of… BOSTON (Oct. 24, 2024) – Parents of children with atopic dermatitis (AD, also called eczema) know that the allergic condition can mean a heightened risk…
Estudio: La comprensión de los padres sobre la dermatitis atópica puede influir en la dieta del niño
Read the full articleUn nuevo estudio mostró que las dietas de eliminación en el caso de la DA solo mejoraron levemente las lesiones… BOSTON (24 de octubre de 2024) – Los padres de niños con dermatitis atópica (DA, también llamada eczema) saben que la condición alérgica puede significar…
Risk of Developing EoE High When Other Allergic Conditions Factored In
Read the full articleA new study investigated the probability of patients with certain atopic (allergic) conditions developing EoE.… BOSTON (Oct. 24, 2024) – Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE), a disorder of the esophagus, is increasingly recognized as a major cause of swallowing difficulties in children and adults. It affects about…
El riesgo de desarrollar esofagitis eosinofílica es alto cuando se incluyen otras afecciones alérgicas
Read the full articleLa esofagitis eosinofílica (EE), un trastorno del esófago, se reconoce cada vez más como una de las principales causas de… BOSTON (24 de octubre de 2024) – La esofagitis eosinofílica (EE), un trastorno del esófago, se reconoce cada vez más como una de las principales…
Study Shows Rates of Sensitization in Chicago to Outdoor Allergens Increased Post-Covid
Read the full articleA new study showed that, in Chicago, there has been a significant increase in sensitization to pollens and molds in… BOSTON (Oct. 24, 2024) – People have heard for years that climate change is having a significant impact on plant vegetation patterns and influencing how…
Un estudio muestra que las tasas de sensibilización a los alérgenos exteriores en Chicago aumentaron después del COVID-19
Read the full articleUn nuevo estudio mostró que, en Chicago, ha habido un aumento significativo en la sensibilización al polen y al moho… BOSTON (24 de octubre de 2024) – La gente ha escuchado durante años que el cambio climático está teniendo un impacto significativo en los patrones…
Innovations in Community Grant Projects Address Barriers to Allergy and Asthma Care
Read the full articleThis year, six grantees will present their work at the ACAAI National Scientific Meeting in Boston.… BOSTON (Oct. 24, 2024) – Beginning in 2021, The Allergists’ Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, began funding innovative projects that address…
Las innovaciones en los proyectos de subvenciones comunitarias abordan las barreras en la atención de las alergias y el asma
Read the full articleEste año, seis beneficiarios presentarán su trabajo en la Reunión Científica Nacional del ACAAI en Boston.… BOSTON (24 de octubre de 2024) – A partir de 2021, The Allergists' Foundation, el brazo filantrópico del Colegio Americano de Alergia, Asma e Inmunología, comenzó a financiar proyectos…
James Tracy es nombrado presidente del ACAAI
Read the full articleEl alergista James Tracy, DO (Doctor en Medicina Osteopática), de Omaha, NE, fue instalado como presidente del ACAAI.… BOSTON (27 de octubre de 2024) – El alergista James Tracy, DO (Doctor en Medicina Osteopática), de Omaha, NE, fue instalado como presidente del Colegio Americano de…
New ACAAI Position Paper Examines Safety of Receiving Live Vaccines While on Dupilumab
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 11, 2024) – A new position paper from the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 11, 2024) – A new position paper from the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) addresses the safety of…
Don’t let hidden holiday allergies ruin your good cheer
Read the full articleWhile everything may seem merry and bright, if you have asthma or allergies, the holidays are when you need to… The holidays are a time to gather for food, friends and festivities. While everything may seem merry and bright, if you have asthma or…
What do parents of school children with allergies and asthma need to think about?
Read the full articleFor a child who has allergies or asthma and they're starting back to school, a parent needs to make sure… English Transcript Allergist Stanley Fineman, MD: So for a child who has allergies or asthma and they're starting into school, the parent needs to…
What does a new student with food allergies heading to college need to know?
Read the full articleIt's very important for the adolescent to really take control of the management of their allergy by themselves for the… English Transcript Allergist Stanley Fineman, MD: They need to, number one, be aware of their foods that might cause a problem for them. They…
2025 ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting Photo Gallery
Read the full articleDr. Cherie Zachary, 2025-26 ACAAI President, stands with her mother after the 2025 ACAAI Business Meeting. A participant gets instruction… Dr. Cherie Zachary, 2025-26 ACAAI President, stands with her mother after the 2025 ACAAI Business Meeting. A participant gets instruction during the workshop "Performing…
FIT Bowl, 2020-2029
Read the full articleHere are the winning programs and teams of the annual ACAAI FIT Bowls between the years 2020-2029.… Below are the winning programs and teams of the annual ACAAI FIT Bowls between the years 2020-2029, as they become available. 2020 FIT Bowl #29 ACAAI President:…
From Benadryl to biologics: 75 years of advancements in allergy
Read the full articleWhen Benadryl first came to the market, members of the allergy community were worried the new drug meant the end… Since the College began, there have been a lot of changes in the way we treat allergies and asthma. “When Benadryl hit the market…
Gold Headed Cane Awards
Read the full articleThe tradition of the Gold Headed Cane originated in 1689 with John Radcliffe, who had a particular interest in… HistoryCanes were commonly carried by English physicians in the 1600s. They contained a cavity for aromatic substances such as rosemary, camphor or Marseilles vinegar to counteract…
Defend the allergy specialty
Read the full articleOur need to defend the allergy specialty is critical! These issues threaten our practices, specialty, and livelihoods.… J. Wesley Sublett, MD, FACAAI, Advocacy Council Chair Over the years, allergists/immunologists have had to overcome many obstacles to move forward as a profession. We’ve fought for…
Read Annals this month
Read the full articleWith review articles from the leading experts in the field, you will get the knowledge needed to provide up-to-date care… The falling leaves and cooler temperatures tell us it is November – a great time to catch up on our scientific reading. This month…
I have been honored to serve as your ACAAI President this year
Read the full articleIt’s been a very busy but exciting time with the launching of new, valuable programs – and the continuation of… I have been honored to serve as your ACAAI President this year. It’s been a very busy but exciting time with the launching of…
Be a social media influencer at #ACAAI25
Read the full articleDo you enjoy social media? If so, we hope you will join the College's growing list of social media… Do you enjoy social media? Do you have followers who are allergists or allergy patients? If so, we hope you will join our growing list…
Product Theaters, Saturday, Nov. 8
Read the full articleAll Annual Meeting attendees are invited to attend the 25-minute and 85-minute product theaters that will be presented in the… All Annual Meeting attendees are invited to attend the 25-minute and 85-minute product theaters that will be presented in the exhibit hall in West…
CMS lifts temporary claims hold after series of confusing updates
Read the full articlePractices in areas with a work Geographic Practice Cost Indices (GPCI) factor less than 1.0 will have lower Medicare… On Oct. 1, CMS announced a temporary payment hold for certain claims. After a series of vague and confusing updates from the agency, an Oct.…
Have you explored the College member website lately?
Read the full articleSave time and hassle with the wide range of clinical, educational and practice management information at your fingertips.… The College’s member website is designed for allergists – so you can provide the best patient care. Save time and hassle with the wide range of…
Spotlight on the AI and Technology Subcommittee
Read the full articleThe College has established a new AI and Technology Subcommittee to keep members informed about emerging technologies.… As the use of augmented intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly more common for allergy and asthma practices, the College has established a new AI and Technology Subcommittee to…
Planning for the 2026 Annual Meeting begins in Orlando
Read the full articleStart brainstorming session proposals related to your expertise and to the 2026 theme: Podium to Practice: Building Bridges for the… The 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting in Orlando next month will deliver cutting-edge insights and highlight the latest developments in allergy and immunology. For committees,…
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…
Patient Education Brochures
Read the full articleThe brochures in this section are for College members to use with patients to explain allergic conditions.… The brochures in this section are for College members to use with patients to explain allergic conditions. These brochures can be printed in your office, uploaded to…
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…
