Allergy and Immunology Leaders Unite to Strengthen the Specialty Workforce and Expand Access to High Quality Care
Read the full articleNow is the moment to come together to support healthcare for every person in our country with allergic and immunologic… WASHINGTON, DC, May 27, 2026 — Leaders from the National Medical Association (NMA) Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAI) Section, the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma…
What is sunscreen allergy and what types of hypoallergenic sunscreen do you recommend?
Read the full articleA sunscreen allergy is when you're allergic to some component within the sunscreen. An allergist can help you determine which… English Transcript Allergist Marcello Aquino, MD: A sunscreen allergy is when you're allergic to some component within the sunscreen. So, it can be some…
Clinical Trial Resources
Read the full articleWelcome to the ACAAI Clinical Trial Resources While the ACAAI does not endorse these trials, we do encourage clinicians and… Welcome to the ACAAI Clinical Trial Resources While the ACAAI does not endorse these trials, we do encourage clinicians and their patients to partake in…
Patient Brochures
Read the full articleThe printer-friendly brochures on this page are for allergists, and for their patients, to help explain allergic conditions. In them you will find the information you need, laid out in easy-to-understand language, about managing your allergies or asthma. The brochures address…
Type 2 Connection
Read the full articleUnderstanding the Type 2 Inflammation Connection Helping your patients with allergic rhinitis, asthma, eczema, CRSwNP, EoE and food allergies get… Understanding the Type 2 Inflammation Connection Helping your patients with allergic rhinitis, asthma, eczema, CRSwNP, EoE and food allergies get relief SUPPORTED BY: Rhinorrhea.…
Type 2 Inflammatory Disease
Read the full articleType 2 inflammatory disease occurs when the immune system overreacts, sometimes to something like tree or grass pollen or certain… SUPPORTED BY OverviewFrequent runny nose. Sneezing. Itchy skin, eyes or nose. Red, watery eyes. Wheezing. Coughing bouts. Problems swallowing. Recurring rashes, frequent swelling and itching.…
Food Allergy
Read the full articleAn allergy occurs when your body’s natural defenses overreact to exposure to a particular substance, treating it as an invader… Overview Millions of Americans have an allergy of some kind. You probably know one of those people or are one yourself. Almost 6% of U.S.…
Is chlorine allergy really an allergy?
Read the full articleWe are at risk for chlorine exposure in our day-to-day cleaning products at home, but patients who are swimmers may… English Transcript Allergist Selina Gierer, DO: Chlorine is actually an irritant to the skin. It would be very rare for a patient to have…
Asthma-COPD Overlap
Read the full articleAsthma-COPD Overlap Syndrome (ACOS) is when you have both diseases. Each condition must be treated.… Overview What Is Asthma? Asthma is a long-term disease that makes it hard to breathe. It is very common among children and adults. Asthma can cause your airways to become…
Does anaphylaxis look different in infants and toddlers as compared to older patients?
Read the full articleAnaphylaxis may be a little bit different to pick up on, to recognize because infants and toddlers can't talk.… English Transcript Allergist Michael Pistiner, MD: Yeah, it does. Anaphylaxis in an infant or a toddler, an infant is a kid less than age one.…
How do I know if I have allergies or just a cold?
Read the full articleIf the symptoms are very frequent and last for more than several days, it's likely to be allergies. It can… English Transcript Allergist Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, MD: If the symptoms are very frequent and last for more than several days, it's likely to be allergies.…
Alergia a la penicilina
Read the full articleAlrededor del 10 % de las personas en Estados Unidos creen tener alergia a la penicilina, pero menos del 10… ¿Qué es una alergia a la penicilina? La penicilina es uno de los antibióticos más populares del mundo. Fue descubierta en 1928 por el científico…
Español
Read the full articleInformación acerca del asma Esta hoja informativa explica cómo controlar los síntomas del asma para vivir una vida activa y… Información acerca del asma Esta hoja informativa explica cómo controlar los síntomas del asma para vivir una vida activa y saludable. Información fundamental acerca de…
Penicillin Allergy
Read the full articleAbout 10% of people in the US believe they have a penicillin allergy, but fewer than 10% of those people… What Is a Penicillin Allergy? Penicillin is one of the most popular antibiotic drugs in the world. It was discovered in 1928 by scientist Alexander…
Here’s What Allergists Want You to Know During Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
Read the full articleMay is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, a perfect time to remind people what it looks and feels like when… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (April 15, 2026) – If you are someone with asthma, you know it can be a daily battle to keep your symptoms…
Drug Allergies
Read the full articleIf you develop a rash, hives or difficulty breathing after taking certain medications, you may have a drug allergy.… OverviewAs with other allergic reactions, these symptoms can occur when your body’s immune system becomes sensitized to a substance in the medication, perceives it as a…
Allergic Conditions
Read the full articleAllergies, including allergic rhinitis, affect an estimated 40 million to 50 million people in the United States. Some allergies may… Allergies exist in many different forms. You might be surprised to learn how many different types of allergies there are. Find out more about the…
Meat Allergy
Read the full articleIf your nose gets stuffy or begins to run after eating meat, or you become nauseated or develop a rash,… Overview Did you know that a bite from the Lone Star tick can trigger a meat allergy in some people? A growing number of people…
Alergia a la carne
Read the full articleIf your nose gets stuffy or begins to run after eating meat, or you become nauseated or develop a rash,… Resumen ¿Sabía que la picadura de la garrapata estrella solitaria puede desencadenar una alergia a la carne en algunas personas? Un número creciente de personas…
If I have allergies, will my children have them too?
Read the full articleThere's a strong genetic component to having allergies. If you have a parent who has nasal allergies, you're about 50%… English Transcript Allergist Kathleen May, MD: Well, we know there's a strong genetic component to having allergies. So, if you have a parent who…
Subtypes of EoE, and exploring eosinophilic gastrointestinal diseases beyond EoE
Read the full articleThe month is starting to wind down. Football season is just around the corner and hopefully the afternoons will soon… The month is starting to wind down. Football season is just around the corner and hopefully the afternoons will soon begin to cool. I hope…
New toolkit helps patients understand immunotherapy choices
Read the full articleWhen discussing immunotherapy options with patients, the College’s new Shared Decision-Making Toolkit will help guide the conversation. The web-based tool… When discussing immunotherapy options with patients, the College’s new Shared Decision-Making Toolkit will help guide the conversation. The web-based tool and related resources will enable…
Clinically-relevant programming and expert faculty
Read the full articleStart each day of the Annual Meeting with these can’t-miss 90-minute plenary sessions. Learn about the most relevant topics from… Start each day of the Annual Meeting with these can’t-miss 90-minute plenary sessions. Learn about the most relevant topics from the leading experts in the…
Catch up on the studies you’ve missed
Read the full articleThere never seems to be enough time to read all the latest scientific literature on allergy and asthma. Get a recap of the most important, recent clinically-focused allergy/immunology literature at the College’s Annual Literature Review taking place during our virtual Annual…
An even-better HOD Town Hall
Read the full articleThis year’s House of Delegates (HOD) Town Hall Meeting at the Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 15-19 in Seattle, is all-new… This year’s House of Delegates (HOD) Town Hall Meeting at the Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 15-19 in Seattle, is all-new and just like the Annual…
The Allergy Practice Assessment Quiz is here!
Read the full articleHow often do you assess your overall practice operations to determine if you have opportunities for improvement? Monthly, annually, every 2+ years – or never? Whatever your answer, the College has good news for you! We have a new tool that makes assessing your…
Hear from the virtuosos of allergy and immunology
Read the full articleWe have fantastic speakers and thought leaders lined up for this year’s meeting. And just like past Annual Meetings, we… We have fantastic speakers and thought leaders lined up for this year’s meeting. And just like past Annual Meetings, we will have several named lectures…
Vision Forward: Working on the future
Read the full articleVision Forward, the College’s 2021 – 2023 strategic plan, further propels us to advance our mission, elevate our profile and offerings, engage members and educate the public about the specialty of allergy and immunology. The goals, strategies and tactics under Vision Forward are guided…
Saturday is simply presidential
Read the full articleWe’ve spent countless hours redesigning the Annual Scientific Meeting to give you an all-new experience this year. With 90-minute sessions,… We’ve spent countless hours redesigning the Annual Scientific Meeting to give you an all-new experience this year. With 90-minute sessions, new formats and easier-to-attend events,…
New College resources help your practice soar
Read the full articleCollege committees and taskforces have been busy this past year creating and updating resources to help your allergy practice! Whether you’re looking to evaluate your practice, find accurate coding resources, resolve staffing issues or use social media, the College has the answers – plus…
Who really needs penicillin allergy testing and reviewing penicillin minor determinants
Read the full articleOur Annual Scientific Meeting will soon be upon us. I hope many of you will be in attendance for what… Our Annual Scientific Meeting will soon be upon us. I hope many of you will be in attendance for what promises to be a…
Get one-on-one with thought leaders
Read the full articleThe Annual Scientific Meeting, year after year, brings together the top experts in allergy, asthma and immunology from around the… The Annual Scientific Meeting, year after year, brings together the top experts in allergy, asthma and immunology from around the globe. At the 2018 meeting,…
Reflecting on my year as president
Read the full articleDuring this past year, the College has continually built upon the strong foundation we first laid out in Vision 2020.… During this past year, the College has continually built upon the strong foundation we first laid out in Vision 2020. And since there will always…
Try your hand at workshops
Read the full articleThere’s nothing like hands-on experience to help you learn a new concept or diagnostic test. Being able to observe as… There’s nothing like hands-on experience to help you learn a new concept or diagnostic test. Being able to observe as well as perform has benefits…
An MOC review just for you
Read the full articleWhile you’re making final plans and setting your schedule for the Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 15-19 in Seattle, be sure… While you’re making final plans and setting your schedule for the Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 15-19 in Seattle, be sure to stay through Monday to…
Claim your CME credit now!
Read the full articleWe’ve closed the books on another great ACAAI Annual Meeting, but if you still haven’t claimed your CME credit, it’s… We’ve closed the books on another great ACAAI Annual Meeting, but if you still haven’t claimed your CME credit, it’s not too late. For your…
Connect with colleagues at the Annual Meeting
Read the full articleIn the spirit of our all-new revamped Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 15-19 in Seattle, our networking and social events are… In the spirit of our all-new revamped Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 15-19 in Seattle, our networking and social events are better than ever, too! With…
On Demand access to the 2023 Annual Meeting
Read the full articlehe College is happy to provide you with complimentary access to the On Demand recordings from the meeting.… On Demand access to the ACAAI 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting is here! View sessions you missed and revisit sessions you attended for another look. Get credit!…
Why was Jonas Salk, MD at our 1971 Annual Scientific Meeting?
Read the full articleDr. Jonas Salk, Dr. Frank T. Perkins, and Dr. Roderick Murray As we celebrate our 75th anniversary, we’ve rediscovered some interesting tidbits about the activities of our past Annual Scientific Meetings. Did you know our annual fundraising event, started by Joseph A. Bellanti…
Sharing the decision – putting patients first
Read the full articleAs Bela Schick said, “First the patient, second the patient, third the patient, fourth the patient, fifth the patient, and… As Bela Schick said, “First the patient, second the patient, third the patient, fourth the patient, fifth the patient, and then maybe comes science. In…
