Autumn is coming: Get ahead of allergy symptoms now
Read the full articleIt's a good idea to see your allergist for an updated, personalized treatment plan that can best help you manage… BPT – ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, ILL. (July 25, 2023) - You probably know what's coming: Along with changing leaves and dropping temps this fall will…
Se acerca el otoño. Adelántese desde ahora a los síntomas de alergia
Read the full articleACAAI le ofrece estos consejos que le ayudarán a prepararse para las alergias de otoño antes de que lleguen.… (BPT) - Probablemente sepa lo que se acerca este otoño: junto con las hojas cambiantes y el descenso de las temperaturas vendrán los resfriados, la…
Gardening with Allergies
Read the full articleWind-borne pollinating plants, including trees, grasses and weeds, are most likely to cause a seasonal allergic reaction.… …
Do You Need An Allergist?
Read the full articleAllergists are specially trained to treat asthma and all types of allergies, including seasonal, food, dust and pet allergies.… …
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…
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…
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.…
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…
When Should Parents Be Worried About Frequent Ear Infections?
Read the full articleWe as allergists frequently see little children with frequent ear infections, and the real question is when should we worry… English Transcript Allergist Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, MD: We as allergists frequently see little children with frequent ear infections, and the real question is when should…
How can an allergist help treat EoE?
Read the full articleEosinophilic esophagitis is an allergic disease of the esophagus where you start to get inflammation in the esophagus.… English Transcript Allergist Priya Bansal, MD: So let's learn a little bit about EoE, which we know as eosinophilic esophagitis. And eosinophilic esophagitis is an allergic…
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…
What is the "Rule of Twos" for asthma?
Read the full articleThe "Rule of Twos" in asthma is if somebody is well controlled per our guidelines.… English Transcript Allergist Steve Dorman, MD: The "Rule of Twos" inside asthma is if somebody is well controlled per our guidelines. They use the rescue inhaler less than two…
Prevent Red, White and Achoo this Fourth of July
Read the full articleJuly 4th festivities means taking a few extra precautions to make the holiday safe, and sneeze- and wheeze-free.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 27, 2023) – This year, after several years of cancelled 4th of July events due to Covid-19, there’s a good chance your town…
Gardening with Allergies
Read the full articleKeep your green thumb, avoid the red nose.… Overview Wind-borne pollinating plants, including trees, grasses and weeds, are most likely to cause a seasonal allergic reaction. They produce pollen that is light and released in large quantities that can be easily inhaled. Allergy Offenders and…
COVID-19, Asthma and Allergies
Read the full articleAs COVID-19 continues to impact people across the United States and the world, allergists hear concerns from their patients –… Overview Updated June 22, 2022 As COVID-19 continues to impact people across the United States and the world, allergists hear concerns from their patients…
Patient Support Organizations
Read the full articleOrganizations supporting patients with asthma and allergies.… Allergy & Asthma Network Allergy & Asthma Network is a leading nonprofit patient outreach, education, advocacy and research organization for people with asthma, allergies and related conditions. Its patient-centered network unites individuals, families, caregivers, health professionals, industry…
Experts Urge Those with Asthma to Protect Against Smoke from Wildfires
Read the full articleSmoke from fires is a dangerous irritant to the eyes and respiratory system. It can make heart conditions and lung… June 2023 – When wildfires burn across the U.S., or even when the wildfires are in Canada and the smoke filters down and spreads across…
What is a biologic?
Read the full articleBiologics are targeted against certain things that cause inflammation in the system. They are not steroids and not immunosuppressive.… English Transcript Allergist Syed Shahzad Mustafa, MD: A biologic is a medication that helps control asthma and other allergic conditions if individuals don't respond to…
Boston awaits
Read the full articleRegistration is opening soon for the ACAAI 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting, Oct. 24-28 in Boston. You’ll get more in… Registration is opening soon for the ACAAI 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting, Oct. 24-28 in Boston. You’ll get more in 2024 – more science, networking, Podium…
Don’t take a vacation from promoting your practice
Read the full articleYour practice promotions can heat up this summer as temperatures rise. Now is a great time to promote your services… Your practice promotions can heat up this summer as temperatures rise. Now is a great time to promote your services as an allergist. Use…
JTFPP is accepting nominations
Read the full articleThe JTFPP is currently accepting nominations for one ACAAI position with a term that will begin in July 2025.… The Joint Task Force on Practice Parameters (JTFPP) is currently accepting nominations for one ACAAI position with a term beginning in July 2025. The JTFPP…
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…
Advocacy Council Efforts Pay Off in Long-awaited FAA Review of Epinephrine Carried by Airliners for Anaphylaxis
Read the full articleIn a big win for allergists and allergy advocacy organizations, the law requires airlines to include epinephrine in a form… The five-year reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) was signed into law on May 16, 2024. In a big win for allergists and…
Resident/Medical Student
Read the full articleFor medical students, or internal medicine or pediatrics residents, in an accredited program in the United States or Canada. Apply… For medical students, or internal medicine or pediatrics residents, in an accredited program in the United States or Canada. Apply Now Membership Benefits Free access…
Fellow
Read the full articleFor physicians certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology (ABAI) or by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) and… For physicians certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology (ABAI) or by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) and who devote at least 75…
Member
Read the full articleFor physicians who meet ABAI requirements or who have completed two years of training programs accredited by the Accreditation Council… For physicians who meet ABAI requirements or who have completed two years of training programs accredited by the Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).…
June issue focuses on the relationship between atopic dermatitis and food allergy
Read the full articleThe June issue is the last issue of Annals' 80th year of publication – and it is a great issue… The June issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology is the last issue of Annals 80th year of publication – and it is…
ACAAI position paper looks at use of live vaccines for patients on dupilumab
Read the full articleACAAI has released a position paper regarding the safety of administering live vaccines to patients currently being treated with… The American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology has released a position paper regarding the safety of administering live vaccines to patients who are currently…
AllergyTalk Podcast
Read the full articleAllergyTalk features conversations about the latest research and hot topics in the field of allergy and immunology by the American… AllergyTalk features conversations about the latest research and hot topics in the field of allergy and immunology by the American College of Allergy, Asthma and…
Publications
Read the full articleCollege Insider Your weekly source for breaking College and specialty news. Read College Insider Advocacy Insider Your home for the… College Insider Your weekly source for breaking College and specialty news. Read College Insider Advocacy Insider Your home for the latest advocacy news. Read Advocacy…
HHS: Providers can delegate privacy breach reporting to Change Healthcare
Read the full articleCovered entities can delegate patient notifications required as a result of the Feb. 21 Change Healthcare breach to Change Healthcare… On the evening of May 31, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Civil Rights (OCR) clarified that covered entities can…
Attend the World Allergy Congress 2024: Sept. 27-29, Lisbon, Portugal
Read the full articleThe WAC 2024 will provide participants with invaluable resources through sessions on the latest scientific developments and in-depth reviews.… …
FITs – Apply for Annual Meeting scholarships and awards
Read the full articleThe College offers scholarships for Annual Meeting attendance and awards for research abstracts. Apply now!… The College offers scholarships for Annual Meeting attendance and awards for research abstracts. Apply now! Fellows-in-Training – apply for a scholarship to attend the 2024 ACAAI Annual Meeting in…
CMS adds cyberattack hardship option to MIPS Emergency Application
Read the full articlePractices have until Dec. 31 to file a hardship application and avoid a 2026 MIPS negative payment adjustment.… Good news for allergists! If you were severely impacted by the Change Healthcare cyberattack, you now have the option to cite the Change Healthcare cyberattack when…
Los Angels Society of Allergy, Asthma and Clinical Immunology 2024 Fall Symposium
Read the full articleThe Los Angeles Society of Allergy, Asthma, and Clinical Immunology (LASAACI) is a CME educational meeting jointly provided by the… The Los Angeles Society of Allergy, Asthma, and Clinical Immunology (LASAACI) is a CME educational meeting jointly provided by the American College of Allergy, Asthma…
Atopic dermatitis and asthma highlight the May-June issue of AllergyWatch
Read the full articleIn this issue, you’ll find a summary of the latest topical and systemic treatment guidelines for atopic dermatitis from the… The latest issue of AllergyWatch reviews articles in a concise and efficient manner to get you the information you need. In this issue, you’ll…
2024 Strike Force Photo Gallery
Read the full articleMembers of the College’s Strike Force are advocating for our specialty today – during World Asthma Day – on Capitol… Contact us at AdvocacyCouncil@acaai.org or 847-427-1200. 2024 Strike Force May 7, 2024 - Members of the College’s Strike Force are advocating for our…
The Federal Trade Commission’s ban on non-competes
Read the full articleThe final rule is effective September 4, 2024. However, several lawsuits have been filed to halt the implementation of this… On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) issued a controversial final rule that will ban employers nationwide from incorporating non-compete clauses in…
MicroCME: What are the Data on Primary Prevention of Food Allergy and Eczema Through Diet
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 23 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Carina Venter, discusses the the data on primary prevention of food allergy and eczema through diet.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing…
MicroCME: Biologics in AERD
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 21 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Larry Borish, discusses the use of biologics in treatment of asthma exacerbated respiratory disease.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education…
MicroCME: Food Allergy Prevention Guidelines - Whom Do We Target?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 17 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Gideon Lack, discusses food allergy prevention guidelines and who to target.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide…
MicroCME: Oral JAK Inhibitors
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 13 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Alexandra Golant, discusses oral JAK inhibitors.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians…
MicroCME: Update on Skin Diseases, Urticaria, Angioedema and Other Skin Disorders
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 32 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Marc Riedl, discusses updates on skin diseases, urticaria, angioedema and other skin disorders.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME…
MicroCME: Latest Advances in OIT
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 27 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Brian Vickery, discusses the latest advances in oral immunotherapy.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical…
MicroCME: Food Allergy and Early Moisturizing - Lessons from International Studies
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 26 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Helen Brough, discusses food allergy and early moisturizing.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education…
MicroCME: Diagnostic Tools for Food Allergy and Biomarkers for Clinic Use
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 24 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Alexandra Santos, reviews diagnostic tools for food allergy and biomarkers for clinic use.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME…
MicroCME: Rhinitis and Sinusitis
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 30 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Anju Peters, reviews current journal articles concerning rhinitis and sinusitis.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing…
MicroCME: Understanding the CPT Codes for RPM/RTM
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 25 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Sakina Bajowala, discusses CPT Codes for RPM/RTM.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education…
MicroCME: Role of Immunomodulators
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to members; $20 non-membersLength: 20 minutesThis microlearning, presented by Dr. Jennifer Heimall, discusses the role of immunomodulators in the management of primary immunodeficiency.AccreditationThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME…
Disparities in Allergy & Asthma Care: Leveling the Playing Field (AAN)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on March 22, 2023Speaker: Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, MDThis webinar will focus on the healthcare disparities that Latino/Hispanic patients, both children and adults, face in the areas of asthma and food allergy. Dr. Hernandez-Trujillo will discuss…
Insect Sting and Venom Allergy: Diagnosis, Treatment and Preparedness (AAN)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on March 21, 2024Speaker: David Golden, MDFor most people, insect stings are a short-term annoyance. But for some the venom in a stinging insect can cause an allergic reaction that can range from a mild local…
Top Tips For Employed Allergists
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $50 non-membersThis webinar focuses on areas of interest to employed allergists – and to those interested in becoming employed allergists. Topics include:The advantages and disadvantages of being an employed physician.Keys to success for employed allergists:Employment contract and…
2024 Coding Update for Allergists
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE to College members, $50 non-membersThis webinar examines the new ICD-10 and CPT codes for 2024. We discuss new revenue opportunities for allergists as well as the challenges of billing an E&M code with skin testing.Topics include:New E/M…
AllergyTalk Episode 39 - Should We Pay Teenagers to Carry Epinephrine?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSpeakers: Gerald Lee, MD, Stanley Fineman, MD and Melinda Rathkopf, MDListeners can earn credit by completing the posttest questionsAllergyTalk is a podcast designed to provide easy access to research summaries from Allergy Watch and recommendations from subject matter experts…
AllergyTalk Episode 41 - A Promising New Treatment for SCID!
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSpeakers: Gerald Lee, MD, Stanley Fineman, MD and Timothy Chow, MDListeners can earn credit by completing the posttest questionsAllergyTalk is a podcast designed to provide easy access to research summaries from Allergy Watch and recommendations from subject matter experts…
AllergyTalk Episode 38 - Should Immunotherapy Be Offered For Atopic Dermatitis?
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSpeakers: Gerald Lee, MD, Stanley Fineman, MD and Melinda Rathkopf, MDListeners can earn credit by completing the posttest questionsAllergyTalk is a podcast designed to provide easy access to research summaries from Allergy Watch and recommendations from subject matter experts…
AllergyTalk Episode 40 - Intranasal Epinephrine For Anaphylaxis
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSpeakers: Gerald Lee, MD, Stanley Fineman, MD and Timothy Chow, MDListeners can earn credit by completing the posttest questionsAllergyTalk is a podcast designed to provide easy access to research summaries from Allergy Watch and recommendations from subject matter experts…
Atopic Dermatitis in Skin of Color: Improving Care for Our Patients (AAN)
Course Opens: | Course Expires:Read the full articlePrice: FREE for members and non-membersSession recorded on February 20, 2024Speaker: Kelly M. Maples, MDAtopic dermatitis is more common and sometimes more severe in Black/African American people and Hispanic/Latino people, especially children. Because of its unique appearance in skin of color, it…
