Peanut Allergy Treatment Shared-Decision-Making Tool
Read the full articleShould your child try peanut allergy treatment? Use this tool to help decide if the treatment is right for your… Note: The information and materials here are intended solely for the general information of the reader. They are not to be used for treatment purposes,…
What does the future hold for allergy and asthma treatment?
Read the full article2020 Annual Meeting Press Kit… The ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting is your best resource for what’s happening in the world of allergies and asthma. News Releases With or Without Allergies, Outcomes Similar for Hospitalized Patients with COVID-19 (en español) Nearly One in Five Food-Allergic Children…
Texas school district risks children’s lives by using Benadryl instead of stock epinephrine
Read the full articleEpinephrine is always the first line of defense to treat severe allergic reactions.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (January 9, 2019) – The Weatherford Independent School District in Weatherford, TX announced recently that instead of epinephrine, they will administer Benadryl to students experiencing allergic reactions. The district cited…
Surprise your valentine while keeping them allergy- and asthma-free
Read the full articleThink outside the (candy) box to show them you care about their health.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (January 21, 2019) – Want to say “I love you” this Valentine’s Day but you’re just not sure how? Show your valentine you can creatively keep their allergies and…
Asthma Controller Step Down Yardstick – Treatment guidance for when asthma improves
Read the full articleHelps clinicians understand when treatment should be stepped down, and how.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (January 25, 2019) – When asthma symptoms improve, there’s reason for celebration by both allergist and patient. But once symptoms are better, how do health care practitioners go about stepping down…
Boy Scout motto – be prepared – works for parents of campers with allergies and asthma
Read the full article5 tips to prepare now to make sure your allergic summer camper is ready for fun.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (February 12, 2019) – The idea of summer camp looms large for many kids who wonder: Will I make any friends? What if I get lost in…
Spring cleaning: clear your house and your nasal passages
Read the full articleGetting rid of built up dust and mold can ease allergy symptoms.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (February 26, 2019) – Lots of people view the coming of spring as an opportunity to clean out winter’s cobwebs and freshen up their home. It’s also a chance to…
Academic performance of urban children with asthma worse than peers without asthma
Read the full articleStudy finds for ethnic minorities, the more severe the asthma, the worse the quality of work.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – (March 11, 2019) – Living in an urban area can negatively affect asthma outcomes – particularly for children. A new study in Annals of Allergy,…
New research shows 73 percent of allergists prescribe under-the-tongue allergy tablets
Read the full articleFour FDA-approved tablets available for battling allergies.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – (April 2, 2019) – Allergy shots (subcutaneous immunotherapy or SCIT) have been available for more than 100 years. Allergy tablets (sublingual immunotherapy or SLIT) have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration…
Confidence in asthma inhaler technique doesn’t match actual skills
Read the full articleStudy reports 97 percent of kids don’t use them properly.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – (April 30, 2019) – Many children with asthma think they are using their asthma inhaler medications correctly when they are not. This makes it very difficult to keep their asthma…
Don’t let back to school mean back to allergy and asthma symptoms
Read the full articleFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL (July 24, 2019) – For kids with allergies and asthma, summer break from school can… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (July 24, 2019) – For kids with allergies and asthma, summer break from school can also mean a break from their symptoms. When…
Despite reports of shortages, epinephrine autoinjectors are available
Read the full articleAllergists can teach patients how to use alternatives… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (July 10, 2019) – As parents start to plan for the upcoming school year, many are worried they won’t be able to find needed epinephrine autoinjectors due to a shortage of EpiPens. Despite the shortage…
Leaves are falling. Autumn is calling. So are fall allergies
Read the full articleImmunotherapy could be the “shot in the arm” you need to treat your allergies.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (August 7, 2019) – You may think you can’t tell the difference between the symptoms caused by spring, summer and fall allergies. They all usually involve sneezing, sniffling, itchy…
Hidden Halloween allergy and asthma triggers are truly frightful
Read the full articleSteer clear of triggers you may not have known existed.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (September 18, 2019) – For some families, Halloween means being on guard for food allergy triggers like peanuts in tiny candy bars. Some fun-sized bars contain no labels to alert you to allergens,…
Racism a factor in asthma control for young African American children
Read the full articleStudy shows children between ages 1 and 6 are negatively affected.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (September 17, 2019) – A new article in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the scientific journal of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) shows an association between African American parents/guardians…
Ahora es el momento hacerles frente a los síntomas de alergia otoñal
Read the full article(BPT) Si bien un día respira tranquilo y disfrutar de largos paseos al aire libre, y de la brisa fresca… (BPT) Si bien un día respira tranquilo y disfrutar de largos paseos al aire libre, y de la brisa fresca que penetra por las ventanas…
Social media alternative facts on food allergies can negatively impact medical decisions
Read the full articleMyths make identifying factual information more difficult.… HOUSTON (November 8, 2019) – The social media stream on food allergies is never-ending. Your Facebook and Twitter friends seem to know what they’re talking about. And why shouldn’t you believe all those news articles – even if…
Family history of cancer associated with asthma diagnosis in children
Read the full articleNew research shows 20 percent have asthma.… HOUSTON (November 8, 2019) – It’s well known there’s a genetic component to cancer, and that cancer often runs in families. A new study being presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual…
Pediatric allergy patients equally satisfied with telemedicine and in-person appointments
Read the full articleThirty seven percent were more satisfied with their telemedicine visit.… HOUSTON (November 8, 2019) – Telemedicine visits may still seem like a futuristic idea for many. But a new study being presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting…
Allergy shots may be an effective treatment for pediatric pollen food allergy syndrome
Read the full articleNew study shows improved symptoms in 55 percent of children.… HOUSTON (November 8, 2019) – We know that children with pollen food allergy syndrome (PFAS) also suffer from seasonal allergies. A new study being presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)…
Coming soon - apply for ACAAI committees
Read the full articleThe College has many committees with various areas of focus, such as advocacy, science, education, communication and membership. Committee work is dedicated to developing resources for the allergy/immunology community and addressing the needs and issues facing our member allergists/immunologists. If you would…
2024 Annals FIT Award
Read the full articleThe Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Fellows-in-Training (FIT) Award is now in its third year. Annals is seeking nominations for the FIT who has published the most impactful research or review article in Annals in the previous year. Any manuscript submitted with…
Get CME this spring
Read the full articleThe College has two outstanding opportunities for CME this spring. Register early to get the best registration rates! NAPAAC–North American Pediatric Allergy & Asthma Congress You won’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind meeting dedicated to pediatric allergies, April 12-14…
Patient presents with rash
Read the full articleA 50-year-old male presents to the clinic for a rash. About one week ago, he underwent a CT scan with contrast (iohexol, brand Omnipaque) for the first time and two hours later developed an itching and burning sensation in his throat that…
Who are Medical Science Liaisons
Read the full articleA Medical Science Liaison is a scientific professional with extensive knowledge of disease, therapies and regulations.… A Medical Science Liaison (MSL) is a scientific professional employed by a pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device or health care company that provides information about their company’s products, such…
2024 Call for HOD State Delegates and Super Delegates
Read the full articleWe need you to join our nationwide grassroots network as the conduit between the College and allergists throughout the… The College’s House of Delegates (HOD) actively serves as the eyes and ears at local, state, and regional levels – to keep the College informed…
2024 – Prior Authorization Update
Read the full articleThe regulation aims to decrease the administrative burden of prior authorization and help physicians deliver timely care to patients.… The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently issued an Interoperability and Prior Authorization Rule that will require Medicare Advantage (MA), Medicaid, Children’s Health…
The newest collection of ACAAI YouTube videos
Read the full articleSixteen College members recorded 29 new videos while attending the ACAAI 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting in Anaheim.… If you haven’t visited the College’s YouTube channel lately, it’s worth stopping by to view the latest additions to our collection of patient-facing videos. Sixteen College members…
What is ICER and how does it impact your patients?
Read the full articleMany allergists are not fully aware that there is another contributor to how patients access medication we prescribe: ICER.… By Matt Reiter Principal, Capitol Associates Most physicians pursue a career in medicine so they can help patients. Becoming a physician takes an incredible investment…
The Allergists’ Foundation: Your gifts at work
Read the full articleThe Allergist’s Foundation has a refined mission and programming that offer members a meaningful way to give back to the… It is a chilly (or just plain cold) winter most of us are experiencing in early 2024. Even with the cold and snow, the…
College State Delegate Job Description
Read the full articleState Delegates serve as the liaisons between local, state and regional societies; the Super Delegates in their region; and HOD… College-appointed State Delegates serve as the liaisons between local, state and regional societies; the Super Delegates in their region; and House of Delegates (HOD)…
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…
Fellows - Apply for leadership positions
Read the full articleCandidates interested in the positions of Treasurer and Vice President must have previously served a three-year term on the… Fellows, the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI) is seeking leaders and visionaries to guide the College into the future. If you have…
Tips for a profitable, safe and compliant practice in 2024
Read the full articleThe Practice Management Committee has outlined 10 key things every allergy and immunology practice should do to be profitable, safe,… A new year brings new beginnings – and an opportunity to set your practice up for success in the year ahead. The Practice Management…
75th Anniversary fun College facts
Read the full articleDid you know these fun College facts? Frederick Wittich, MD, founded the College in 1942, but he never served as president. Bela Schick, MD, spoke at the 1958 Annual Meeting. Philip M. Gottlieb, MD, FACAAI, College president in 1961-1962, played a big role…
Update your fee schedule to maximize revenue 2024
Read the full articleIf you haven’t reviewed and updated your fee schedule in the past year, you might be leaving revenue on the… This article appeared in College Insider in 2017. It has been updated. If you haven’t reviewed and updated your fee schedule in the past…
2024 Final Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
Read the full articleCMS released its final rule updating the Medicare physician fee schedule for calendar year 2024 (Final Rule).… The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released its final rule updating the Medicare physician fee schedule for calendar year 2024 (Final Rule). Key proposals concerning…
High-five – Power up your HR
Read the full articleEvery month we want to give a shout out – a high-five – to a great member resource on the… Every month we want to give a shout out – a high-five – to a great member resource on the College website. This month, we…
New employee onboarding: the key to employee engagement and retention
Read the full articleDoes your practice have engaged, successful employees and low employee turnover? Or is your practice a revolving door of dissatisfied… Does your practice have engaged, successful employees and low employee turnover? Or is your practice a revolving door of dissatisfied employees? The cost of recruiting…
Bernard Halpern, MD – a friend of the College, discovered one of the first antihistamines
Read the full articleDr. Bernard Halpern & Professor P. Portier, co-discoverer of anaphylaxis, at the 1958 International Association of Allergology meeting in Paris.… Dr. Bernard Halpern & Professor P. Portier, co-discoverer of anaphylaxis, at the 1958 International Association of Allergology meeting in Paris. In 1942, phenbenzamine (Antergan),…
