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.…
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…
Asthma in Children
Read the full articleIf your child is diagnosed with asthma, an allergist can help them live an active, full life.… Overview Asthma is a common disease, affecting 6 million children in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If asthma isn’t well-controlled, children…
Hives
Read the full articleHives, also known as urticaria, affects about 20 percent of people at some time during their lives. It can be… Overview If you’ve had red or skin-colored bumps that appeared and disappeared quickly, then it’s unlikely to be simple bug bites. The skin rash could…
What symptoms would justify getting an EoE test?
Read the full articleYou might be sometimes the last one at the table when everybody is done with their meals because you're eating… Allergist Sonali Majmudar, MD: Some of the signs for testing for EOE include difficulty swallowing, drinking lots of water, or fluids to push the…
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…
New issue of AllergyWatch prepares you for ABAI CAP cycle
Read the full articleThe current issue of AllergyWatch covers all the key articles in this CAP cycle in a concise and efficient… Did you complete the most recent ABAI Continuous Assessment Program (CAP) cycle? The current issue of AllergyWatch covers all the key articles in this CAP cycle…
Spring and spring allergies are here: Put the spotlight on you
Read the full articleThis is a great time of year to share your expertise with your community – through special events or media… Spring is here, bringing allergic conditions to the spotlight. With so much attention focused on asthma and allergies, this is a great time to…
The Great Raft Debates 2011 - 2016
Read the full articleThese were certainly the most concise and to-the-point lectures ever given at a College meeting. The raft debates went on… The Great Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria Raft Debate 2011 After Antihistamines, What's Best for Next In-Line Treatment? Boston, MA Moderators: William K. Dolen, MD and…
AllergyWatch Archives
Read the full articleSupported by: 2026 Access AllergyWatch archives for Volume 28. Each issue is available to download as a pdf. Volume 28,… Supported by: 2026 Access AllergyWatch archives for Volume 28. Each issue is available to download as a pdf. Volume 28, No. 6 (Nov/Dec) Volume 28,…
Latest Issue of AllergyWatch: March-April 2026
in AllergyWatchRead the full articleA Synopsis of Allergy and Asthma Literature, Resulting from an Unbiased, Comprehensive Review of Twenty Major Medical Journals. …
Advocacy Summit Premieres
Read the full articleMembers of the College’s Strike Force are advocating for our specialty today – during World Asthma Day – on Capitol… 2026 Advocacy Summit The College’s first Advocacy Summit was held in Chicago, March 13-14, 2026. Modeled after the College’s Leadership Summit, attendees honed their…
Register now: College webinar Immunotherapy Coding Essentials on April 21, 7 pm CT
Read the full articleImmunotherapy is a foundation of every allergy practice, but coding correctly for all the different kinds of immunotherapy can be… Immunotherapy is a foundation of every allergy practice, but coding correctly for all the different kinds of immunotherapy can be confusing.…
Apply for leadership positions
Read the full articleFellows: ACAAI is seeking leaders and visionaries to guide the College into the future. Applications are due Feb. 23.… ACAAI Fellows: The College is seeking visionaries to apply for leadership positions. If you have served on ACAAI committees or substantially contributed to other College…
Reimbursement challenges for allergy/immunotherapy services remain a problem
Read the full articleACAAI’s Advocacy Council has made addressing these issues a top priority through our Payer Education Campaign and related initiatives… We continue to hear from many members about significant reimbursement challenges with national insurance companies for allergy immunotherapy services, particularly CPT codes 95165 (professional services…
You are part of the College community
Read the full articleThe sense of community and the opportunities for training and leadership are aspects that make College membership valuable – personally… Back in 1990 when I joined the College, I didn’t have an inkling that someday I would lead ACAAI as its president. I became…
History
Read the full articleThe American College of Allergists was officially incorporated as a legal entity on November 23, 1942.… ACAAI's History The American College of Allergists was officially incorporated as a legal entity on November 23, 1942. The American College of Allergists, the precursor organization of our current…
The Great Raft Debates 2004 - 2010
Read the full articleThe competition between speakers was fierce. They spoke passionately about their assigned topic. At times there was even salty… The Raft Debates (2004-2016) The first College raft debate was held at the 2004 ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting in Boston. For many years, the College…
Biologics Toolkit
Read the full articleGet the clinical and practice resources you need to use biologics effectively in your practice.… Biologics can make a major difference in your patients’ outcomes, but using and managing them in your practice can be challenging. This toolkit provides the clinical resources to help…
Risk and Compliance Toolkit
Read the full articleKeep your practice in compliance with federal regulations, reduce risk, and create a culture of safety.… Allergy practices are required to comply with a host of federal regulations, including Office of Inspector General (OIG) requirements, HIPAA regulations, Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) laws, labor…
2026 HIPAA updates
Read the full articleThis update provides members with a high-level overview with specific considerations for allergy and immunology practices.… HIPAA’s federal standards continue to determine when and how health care providers, including allergists, immunologists, asthma specialists, and their business associates, may store, transmit, use, and disclose individuals’…
Virtual direct supervision permanent for Medicare
Read the full articleGood news for allergy practices: virtual direct supervision is now permanent under Medicare for many allergy services.… Good news for allergy practices: virtual direct supervision is now permanent under Medicare for many allergy services. As announced in the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule final…
College Super Delegate Job Description
Read the full articleCollege-appointed Super Delegates serve as the conduit between delegates, regional societies and the HOD leadership.… College-appointed Super Delegates serve as the conduit between delegates, regional societies and the HOD leadership. They facilitate the communication of important issues and concerns amongst these key stakeholders. Super…
Fellow-in-Training
Read the full articleThe ACAAI Fellow-in-Training (FIT) Section is composed of FIT members who are enrolled in ACGME-accredited allergy and immunology fellowship programs. … The ACAAI Fellow-in-Training (FIT) Section is composed of FIT members who are enrolled in ACGME-accredited allergy and immunology fellowship programs. Apply Now Who We AreThe…
FIT Scholarships
Read the full articleThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology invites Fellows-in-Training in accredited training programs in North America to submit an application for a scholarship to attend its 2026 Annual Scientific Meeting, November 12-16, 2026 in Phoenix, AZ. It is anticipated that more…
Awards and Lectureships
Read the full articleGold-Headed Cane Award The Gold-Headed Cane Award, voted on by members, honors a Fellow of at least 20 years who… Gold-Headed Cane AwardThe Gold-Headed Cane Award, voted on by members, honors a Fellow of at least 20 years who best demonstrates the pursuit of the…
