Shellfish
Read the full articleIf your mouth itches, or if you develop hives or a stomachache after eating crab, lobster or other shellfish, you… Overview Shellfish is among the most common food allergens. A shellfish allergy is different from an allergy to fish. Those who are allergic to shellfish do…
Allergies 101
Read the full articleAllergies are very common in both children and adults.… What are allergies? Allergies occur when your immune system reacts to an “allergen” -- a usually-harmless foreign substance such as dust, pollen, pet dander, or food. Your immune system responds to these allergens by trying to…
Milk & Dairy
Read the full articleMilk: It’s good for your health and good for bone strength. It’s also one of the most common food allergens,… Overview You might be surprised to learn that between 2% and 3% of children younger than 3 years old are allergic to milk. Although experts…
Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES)
Read the full articleFood protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome (FPIES) is a type of gastrointestinal food allergy that affects mostly infants and young children.… Overview Food Protein Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES) is a type of non-IgE mediated food allergy that can present with severe vomiting, diarrhea and dehydration. Like other…
Fish
Read the full articleWhile less common in the general population than other types of food allergies, an allergy to finned fish is a… Overview Do you suspect that you’ve recently developed a fish allergy? Unlike other food allergies, which are typically first observed in babies and young children,…
Egg
Read the full articleIf you develop hives or other physical symptoms after eating eggs, you may have an egg allergy — one of… Overview If you feel like you always get sick with a rash or stomach pains after eating eggs, it’s time to see an allergist. Egg allergy…
Nuevo estudio muestra que los latinos con COVID-19 tenían una mayor probabilidad de presentar exacerbaciones del asma
Read the full articleLos resultados también mostraron que los latinos tienen una mayor probabilidad de tener padecimientos durante períodos más largos después de la infección de la COVID-19 NUEVA ORLEANS (5 de noviembre de 2021). Estudios han demostrado que las poblaciones minoritarias sufrieron tasas más altas…
New Study Shows Latinos with COVID-19 Had Higher Probability of Developing Asthma Exacerbations
Read the full articleResults also showed greater chance of Latinos suffering for longer periods after COVID-19 infection NEW ORLEANS (November 5, 2021) – Studies have shown minority populations suffered higher rates of COVID-19 infections throughout the pandemic. A new study being presented at this year’s…
Giselle R.
Read the full articleAs a musical theater major at the Chicago College of Performing Arts, 19-year-old Giselle spends her days singing, dancing and… As a musical theater major at the Chicago College of Performing Arts, 19-year-old Giselle spends her days singing, dancing and acting. Watching her perform, you…
Antonio and Alex P.
Read the full articleSoncee Partida is eager to share how her family’s allergist changed their lives. Both her sons Antonio, 13, and Alex,… Soncee Partida is eager to share how her family's allergist changed their lives. Both her sons Antonio, 13, and Alex, 10 have asthma and allergies.…
Possible Allergic Reaction to COVID-19 Vaccine Shouldn’t Mean Skipping the Vaccine
Read the full articleTwo new studies show it’s possible to be vaccinated despite prior indication of allergic reactions NEW ORLEANS (November 5, 2021) – Some people in the United States have expressed concern over getting one of the three currently available COVID-19 vaccines due to fear…
Most Young People with Asthma Haven’t Been Prepared to Transition to Adult Asthma Care
Read the full articleStudy shows half of all respondents weren’t introduced to idea of transitioning care NEW ORLEANS (November 5, 2021) – Young adults with asthma need to be made aware that their medical needs surrounding asthma will likely change as they age, and it may be…
Las posibles reacciones alérgicas a la vacuna contra la COVID-19 no deben significar no ponerse la vacuna
Read the full articleDos nuevos estudios muestran que es posible vacunarse a pesar de tener una indicación previa sobre reacciones alérgicas NUEVA ORLEANS (5 de noviembre de 2021). Algunas personas en los EE. UU. han expresado su preocupación respecto de ponerse una de las tres vacunas actuales…
La mayoría de personas jóvenes con asma no han recibido una preparación para su transición a la atención del asma en la edad adulta
Read the full articleEn el estudio se muestra que a la mitad de todos los que respondieron no se le presentó la idea de la atención en transición NUEVA ORLEANS (5 de noviembre de 2021). Se debe concientizar a los adultos jóvenes con asma de que sus…
Caso médicamente desafiante muestra que los AINE pueden provocar anafilaxia inducida por ejercicio
Read the full articleMaratonista de 40 años presenta anafilaxia después de tomar un AINE antes de correr NUEVA ORLEANS (5 de noviembre de 2021). Las reacciones alérgicas graves, conocidas como anafilaxia, son aterradoras y, a veces, puede ser difícil determinar la causa. Un nuevo caso médicamente difícil…
Cuatro años después de la publicación de las directrices, aún no se informa a los padres sobre la incorporación temprana del cacahuate
Read the full articleUn estudio muestra que solo al 40 % de los padres se le recomendó que incorporara el cacahuate en la alimentación de su bebé durante el primer año de vida NUEVA ORLEANS (5 de noviembre de 2021). En 2017, el Instituto Nacional de Alergias…
A pesar del cambio climático, los niños con asma en Los Ángeles no tuvieron un aumento en los diagnósticos de alergia
Read the full articleUn estudio mostró que en 15 años no hubo un aumento de la sensibilización alérgica en más de 5000 niños con asma NUEVA ORLEANS (5 de noviembre de 2021) - Estudios han mostrado que el cambio climático ha sido en parte responsable de períodos…
Medically Challenging Case Shows NSAIDs Can Prompt Exercise-Induced Anaphylaxis
Read the full article40-year-old marathon runner develops anaphylaxis after taking NSAID before her run NEW ORLEANS (November 5, 2021) – Severe allergic reactions, known as anaphylaxis, are scary, and it can sometimes be hard to determine the cause. A new medically challenging case presented at this…
Update: What You Need to Know About 2021 Spring Allergies
Read the full articleA practice guideline points to new recommendations for managing hay fever… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (February 17, 2021) – Allergic rhinitis, more commonly called “hay fever,” has been around for hundreds of years, and the misery it causes has been around just as long. Occasionally, there is…
How members’ input shapes the College
Read the full articleWhether it’s developing educational content or creating practical resources, ACAAI volunteers are at the heart of shaping the College’s… Behind every impactful initiative at ACAAI is a dedicated group of volunteers whose expertise and efforts drive the College’s mission forward. These members transform ideas…
Spotlight on the Fellows-in-Training Committee
Read the full articleCommittee members collaborate to turn ideas into impactful initiatives that support professional growth and empower the next generation.… The College’s Fellows-in-Training (FIT) Committee plays a key role in addressing the unique needs of early-career allergists. Committee members collaborate to turn ideas into impactful initiatives that…
One class action is settled - and one you may want to join
Read the full articleYou may be eligible to recover compensation for suppressed reimbursement rates. However, you must file a claim. The deadline is… You may be eligible to file a claim for BCBS Antitrust Settlement Fund A $2.8 billion settlement has been reached involving Blue Cross and…
How we decide on statements of position
Read the full articleI thought it would be a good time to talk about how the College leadership decides what our position should… The primary mission of the College is to support its members – allergy/immunology specialists – in delivering quality care to their patients. As our…
How will new prior authorization announcements impact allergists?
Read the full articleRecently there were two major announcements from commercial and government payers about changes to how insurers use prior authorization.… Recently there were two major announcements from commercial and government payers about changes to how these insurers use prior authorization. Reforming how health plans overutilize…
Read research on rhinitis this month
Read the full articleThis month the focus is on an update of rhinitis. What is new in rhinitis? For one, the CME Review… As the temperature rises and the pool beckons, grab your copy of Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology and catch up on the latest…
Pathways to Practice: Investing in the Future of Allergy and Immunology
Read the full articleThis program is designed to address a critical challenge facing our specialty - the growing shortage of practicing allergists across… By James Tracy, DO, FACAAI – President, ACAAI On July 9, I had the pleasure of officially launching an ambitious new initiative from the…
Change to epinephrine coding
Read the full articleMedicare and other payers instituted a policy change that discontinues the code for billing epinephrine and replaced it with codes… Beginning July 1, Medicare and other payers instituted a policy change that discontinues the code for billing epinephrine - J0171 - and replaced it…
Congress passes One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Read the full articleThe bill is the product of many compromises and negotiations between the House and Senate and includes most of the… After months of extensive debate, the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) Act was officially passed by Congress on July 3 and officially signed into…
Spotlight on coding
Read the full articleThe newly-updated toolkit includes coding FAQs, 15-minute educational coding modules on 95165, and "how-to" coding guides for E&M, and… Check out the newly-updated Coding Toolkit that includes coding for telehealth, coding guides on medical decision-making versus time for E&M visits, common ICD-10 and CPT…
Prior Authorization Letter Generator: Xhance / Nasal Polyps
in Prior Authorization | Resource Type: Letter GeneratorRead the full articleCreate a customized letter for your prior authorization appeals in just a few easy steps. Supported by Optinose.… ACAAI and the Advocacy Council of the ACAAI (the AC) caution that the information provided on this site does not constitute legal advice. In addition, the…
Prior Authorization Letter Generator: Dupixent / Nasal Polyps
in Prior Authorization | Resource Type: Letter GeneratorRead the full articleCreate a customized letter for your prior authorization appeals in just a few easy steps.… ACAAI and the Advocacy Council of the ACAAI (the AC) caution that the information provided on this site does not constitute legal advice. In addition, the ACAAI and the…
Prior Authorization Letter Generator: AYVAKIT / Mast Cell Disease
| Resource Type: Letter GeneratorRead the full articleCreate a customized letter for your prior authorization appeals in just a few easy steps.… ACAAI and the Advocacy Council of the ACAAI (the AC) caution that the information provided on this site does not constitute legal advice. In addition, the ACAAI and the…
World Allergy Week’s focus is anaphylaxis
Read the full articleThe World Allergy Organization (WAO) has designated June 29 – July 5 as World Allergy Week. This year the focus… The World Allergy Organization (WAO) has designated June 29 – July 5 as World Allergy Week. This year the focus is anaphylaxis. The College…
Checking in with the Advocacy Council
Read the full articleSince June is the midpoint of the year, it is the perfect time to share the various issues we’ve been… Over the last 10 years, the College has invested heavily on reimagining, and subsequently restructuring, the advocacy/House of Delegates aspect of our mission. Our…
Senate budget reconciliation text released
Read the full articleThe Senate continues to work toward its goal of finalizing its version of the budget reconciliation bill by July… The Senate continues to work toward its goal of finalizing its version of the budget reconciliation bill that will advance much of the Republican legislative…
Elevate your practice with the College’s practice management toolkits
Read the full articleThe Practice Management Center has more than 20 toolkits on clinical and business topics important for allergists.… Do you or your practice need help with allergy coding, prior authorizations, or biologics? The College has online toolkits for all of these, including our scientifically-based, customizable…
Pathways to Practice: Advancing Excellence One Fellow at a Time
Read the full articleBy providing financial support to accredited programs, we can expand training opportunities, increase the number of practicing allergists, and strengthen… …
Use our Board review resources to study
Read the full articleStudying for the Board Review? These College resources will help you prepare and study for the Board Review Course.… Ready to study? Use College resources to help you prepare for Boards. ACAAI Review for the Allergy & Immunology Boards, Fifth Edition – Study guide,…
Review the 2025 Inborn Errors of Immunity (IEI) Practice Parameter
Read the full articleACAAI President James Tracy, DO, FACAAI, invites you to review the draft of 2025 Inborn Errors of Immunity (IEI) Practice… When draft clinical guidelines or practice parameters are developed by the Joint Task Force on Practice Parameters (JTFPP), ACAAI members have the opportunity to…
