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…
Make Sure Your Red, White and Blue Celebration is Allergy- and Asthma-Free
Read the full articleIndependence Day and other summer celebrations should be filled with barbecues, flags and fun, not allergy and asthma triggers.… If red, white and blue equals hives, tissues and shortness of breath due to asthma, your Fourth of July celebration isn’t headed in the right…
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.…
Are chronic hives treated differently than acute hives?
Read the full articleEssentially what happens with acute hives is you get exposed to the allergen, you have hives, you take the allergen… Allergist Pooja Patel, MD: Chronic hives are treated a little bit differently than acute hives. So, acute hives, you're looking for the cause of…
What should I know about Xolair for food allergies?
Read the full articleXolair essentially targets the allergic antibody and when it does that, it essentially makes your allergy cells less reactive.… Allergist Jay Lieberman, MD: Xolair, it was just approved for food allergies by the FDA in February of 2024. So what it is is an…
Why has ACAAI launched a Payer Education Campaign?
Read the full articleBurdensome and unreasonable requests from patients’ insurance companies for documentation regarding allergy immunotherapy services have threatened the ability of allergists/immunologists… Burdensome and unreasonable requests from patients’ insurance companies for documentation regarding allergy immunotherapy services have threatened the ability of allergists/immunologists to administer allergen immunotherapy (AIT).…
Asthma 101
Read the full articleWhat is asthma? How do I treat it? Start your journey here.… What Is Asthma? Soccer star David Beckham. Actress Jessica Alba. Singer Billy Joel. What do these celebrities have in common? They all have asthma – a chronic condition that causes inflammation and narrowing…
Chronic Illnesses Such as Asthma and Allergies Have Psychological Impacts
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (May 7, 2025) – People who have struggled with asthma or allergies for years understand the psychological… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (May 7, 2025) – People who have struggled with asthma or allergies for years understand the psychological toll of these conditions. The…
How are eye allergies different than nasal allergies?
Read the full articleEye allergy symptoms can present because of tree pollen, grasses, ragweed, or even year-round allergies like dust mites and… Allergist Sonali Majmudar, MD: Obviously, eye allergies present more in your eyes and nasal allergy symptoms are more in your nose. Eye allergy symptoms include…
Asthma Symptoms Are Complicated, Especially When Triggered by Allergies
Read the full articleFor those with allergic asthma, allergens like pollen, pet dander, dust mites, and mold trigger the inflammation that causes… FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (April 15 , 2025) – Did you know about 24 million people in the United States have asthma, representing roughly 8%…
Asthma Symptoms Are Complicated, Especially When Triggered by Allergies
Read the full articleMany people with uncontrolled allergic asthma don’t realize help is available to better manage symptoms… Many people with uncontrolled allergic asthma don’t realize help is available to better manage symptoms …
Do chlorine baths help the itch of eczema?
Read the full articleItch is one of the most common complaints we see and treat in eczema. It keeps kids up at night,… Allergist Kristin Sokol, MD: Not many people know that allergists actually treat eczema all the time. We are specialists in allergy, but also a…
Epinephrine Auto-injector
Read the full articleThe first-line treatment for anaphylaxis is epinephrine (adrenaline).… OverviewA food allergy reaction can cause symptoms that range from mild to life-threatening. In the United States, food allergy is the leading cause of severe, life-threatening allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) outside the hospital setting. People who have previously experienced only…
Anaphylaxis
Read the full articleAnaphylaxis is a rare but severe allergic reaction. It can occur suddenly, can worsen quickly and can be deadly.… Overview In most cases, people with allergies develop mild to moderate symptoms, such as watery eyes, a runny nose or a rash. But sometimes, exposure to…
What should people know about Neffy?
Read the full articleNeffy® has been approved by the FDA as the first and only needle-free alternative to treat severe allergic reactions.… Allergist Zachary Rubin, MD: I am so excited that Neffy® has been approved by the FDA as the first and only needle-free alternative to treat…
Will my allergies ever go away completely?
Read the full articleTesting would be involved to see exactly what are you allergic to? And with that, you could get into individualized… Allergist Jennifer Shih, MD: Your allergies never technically fully go away, but a board-certified allergist could help you tamper down some of those symptoms.…
Testing & Diagnosis
Read the full articleThe first step in managing your asthma is getting an accurate diagnosis.… Supported by: Overview Asthma doesn’t have to hold you back. Just ask Jackie Joyner-Kersee. Not only did the Olympian win three gold medals between 1988 and 1992, she also set five world records…
Understanding FeNO Testing for Asthma
Read the full articleWhat is FeNO? FeNO stands for Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide. It is a test that helps doctors learn more about… What is FeNO?FeNO stands for Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide. It is a test that helps doctors learn more about your asthma. When you breathe out,…
Spring Cleaning: Spruce up Your House While Toning Down Allergies
Read the full articleEven the cleanest of houses can use spring cleaning to start fresh and get rid of allergens that have built… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (March 6, 2025) – If you think only grannies stand ready with dust rags in preparation for spring cleaning, think again. Cleaning…
Asthma Symptoms
Read the full articleAsthma symptoms may be triggered by exposure to an allergen, irritants in the air, or extreme weather conditions.… Overview In the United States, asthma affects more than 24 million people — many of whom may not be aware that they have it, especially if their…
Administrating biologics – which code to use
Read the full articleThe Advocacy Council regularly receives queries from members on how to correctly code specific scenarios. Recently we received a request for assistance from a practice regarding correct coding for the administration of Dupixent and Fasenra. Both Dupixent and Fasenra are add-on biologic therapeutic…
Calendar of Events
Read the full articleSeptember 4-7, 2025 Eastern Pulmonary Conference (EPC) Palm Beach, FL September 11-14, 2025 Snot Force Alliance (SFA) Louisville, KY September 17, 2025, 7:00 pm CT Webinar: Vaccine Knowledge Booster 2025: Evidence & Impact For ACAAI Members only September 18, 2025, 7:30…
MGMA report shows a sharp jump in health care management and support staff pay
Read the full articleThis increase marks a paradigm shift that practices should consider when budgeting or hiring new employees.… MGMA’s 2025 management and staff compensation report, Talent Tug-of-War: Budget Breakers and Opportunity Makers, reveals a significant jump in health care management and support staff pay in the past…
Spark Program Winners
Read the full article2025 Winners Bethany Acosta, MDTinsley Harrison Internal Medicine Residency Program Nana Adofo-Ansong, MDSSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital Kiana Banafshay,… 2025 Winners Bethany Acosta, MDTinsley Harrison Internal Medicine Residency ProgramNana Adofo-Ansong, MDSSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's HospitalKiana Banafshay, MDKaiser PermanenteTanmay Bangale, DOTalequah Medical Group Internal…
Join Our Corporate Council
Read the full articleAbout the Corporate Council The ACAAI Corporate Council offers companies exposure to nearly 6,000 allergists and immunologists, including more than… About the Corporate CouncilThe ACAAI Corporate Council offers companies exposure to nearly 6,000 allergists and immunologists, including more than 3,000 who are board-certified by the…
Everything you need to know about coding for oral food challenges
Read the full articleRecent studies show the prevalence of food allergy is more than double what was previously reported: a surprising 32 million Americans have food allergies. Given these statistics, providing oral food challenges is an important service allergy practices may want to offer their patients. However…
Publications and Guidelines
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…
The August issue of Annals focuses on eosinophilic esophagitis
Read the full articleThree different reviews highlight important aspects in the diagnosis, treatment and natural history of EoE.… The current issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology focuses on eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). Three different reviews highlight important aspects in the diagnosis, treatment and natural history of…
Meet our nominees for the 2025 Gold Headed Cane Award
Read the full articleCandidates must have been a Fellow of the College for 20 years and demonstrated the highest standards of scientific excellence… The nominees for the 2025 Gold Headed Cane Award, one of the most prestigious College awards offered, are Bryan L. Martin, DO, FACAAI, John…
AllergyWatch Editors
Read the full articleEditor Stanley M. Fineman, MDMarietta, GA Dr. Fineman: “College members have benefitted from this bimonthly review of relevant scientific articles.… EditorStanley M. Fineman, MDMarietta, GADr. Fineman: "College members have benefitted from this bimonthly review of relevant scientific articles. The biannual issues reviewing the ABAI MOC…
The Allergists' Foundation Community Project Summaries
Read the full article2025 Community Grant Recipients Rina Lee, MD (FIT Member); and Joshua Bernstein, MD Alexander Sidhom, MD (FIT Member) Chang Su, MD (FIT Member) Jing Yi Sun, MD; Kelly Colas, DO, PhD; and Gabriel Mendoza, MD (2024 and 2025 Grantees) Sherlyana Surja, MD, FACAAI Eileen…
The Allergists' Foundation 2025 Community Project Summaries
Read the full article2025 Grantees Rina Lee, MD (FIT Member), Joshua Bernstein, MD Development of a Machine Learning Algorithm to Predict 30-day Hospital Readmission Rates of Pediatric Asthma Exacerbations Rina Lee, MD, and Joshua Bernstein, MD, are developing a machine learning algorithm that predicts 30-day…
From Benadryl to biologics: 75 years of advancements in allergy
Read the full articleSince the College began, there have been a lot of changes in the way we treat allergies and asthma. “When Benadryl hit the market in 1946, many assumed it would mean the end of the specialty,” said Joseph Bellanti, MD, FACAAI, College historian and…
Allergists reimbursement challenges
Read the full articleLast month saw the publication of two highly anticipated annual reports that analyze the state of the Medicare program.… Last month saw the publication of two highly anticipated annual reports that analyze the state of the Medicare program. Both reports describe major challenges facing…
July-August issue of AllergyWatch covers food allergies, asthma, AD and more
Read the full articleThe latest issue includes a report from the World Allergy Organization Journal about the use of omalizumab in adults with… The July/August issue of AllergyWatch reviews articles from more than 20 publications in a concise and efficient manner to get you the information you need…
House committee hearing signals scrutiny ahead for Medicare Advantage
Read the full articleLawmakers on both sides of the aisle expressed frustration with the current state of the Medicare Advantage (MA) program.… Overview Recently, the House Ways & Means Health and Oversight Subcommittees held a joint hearing titled “Medicare Advantage: Past Lessons, Present Insights, Future Opportunities.” Lawmakers…
The Allergists' Foundation 2023 Community Project Summaries
Read the full article2023 Grantees Alan P. Baptist, MD, MPH, FACAAI Treatment For Mild Asthma: What Matters to Patients and Providers Alan Baptist, MD, FACAAI is conducting a qualitative research project utilizing focus groups and survey data to better understand patient and provider perspectives on unanswered questions…
The Allergists' Foundation 2022 Community Project Summaries
Read the full article2022 Grantees Sara Anvari, MD, MSc, FACAAI Improving Access to Allergy Specialty Care in Houston Through a Novel Penicillin Allergy Stewardship Program Sara Anvari, MD, MSc, FACAAI is leading a 12-month project to develop a protocol to ensure that low-risk patients in…
The Allergists' Foundation Community Grant Recipients
Read the full article2025 Community Grant Recipients The Allergists’ Foundation Community Grant Program inspires practicing allergists to develop creative solutions for challenges related to allergy care within their communities. Below are six outstanding projects that have been selected for funding in 2025 along with updates from some…
2025 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. 2025 Strike Force May 6, 2025 - Members of the College’s Strike Force are advocating for our…
