Algunos alérgenos que causan dermatitis por contacto se encuentran en las mascarillas que previenen la COVID-19
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Durante la pandemia de la COVID-19, se ha promovido el uso de… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Durante la pandemia de la COVID-19, se ha promovido el uso de la mascarilla a aquellas personas…
Con o sin alergias, el resultado final es similar para todos los pacientes hospitalizados con COVID-19
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Durante la pandemia del COVID-19, la atención se ha centrado en cómo… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Durante la pandemia del COVID-19, la atención se ha centrado en cómo podrían verse afectadas las personas…
Las tasas de visitas por asma durante el COVID-19 aumentaron gracias a la telemedicina
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Entre otras cosas, el COVID-19 ha impulsado el uso de la telemedicina… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Entre otras cosas, el COVID-19 ha impulsado el uso de la telemedicina en pacientes de todas las…
Casi uno de cada cinco niños con alergias alimentarias y uno de cada cinco padres de niños con alergias alimentarias son acosados
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Los padres de niños con alergias alimentarias descubren que sus hijos son… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Los padres de niños con alergias alimentarias descubren que sus hijos son a menudo acosados por sus…
Las alergias alimentarias afectan más a las familias asiáticas
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Estudios han demostrado que las alergias alimentarias afectan negativamente la calidad de… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Estudios han demostrado que las alergias alimentarias afectan negativamente la calidad de vida de quienes las padecen.…
Los niños negros e hispanos de EE. UU. tienen el eccema más grave que los niños blancos
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Aunque las investigaciones muestran que los niños negros e hispanos padecen asma… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Aunque las investigaciones muestran que los niños negros e hispanos padecen asma de forma desmesurada, también se…
Luz Fonacier fue instalada como presidenta del ACAAI
Read the full articleARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (14 de noviembre de 2020) – El 14 de noviembre, durante la Reunión Científica Anual virtual, la… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (14 de noviembre de 2020) - El 14 de noviembre, durante la Reunión Científica Anual virtual, la Dra. Luz Fonacier de Mineola…
Moms Need Guidance on What to Eat When Their Breastfeeding Infant Has a Food Allergy
Read the full articleStudy shows 30% of moms got conflicting advice on eating the same food their infant is allergic to… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (March 4, 2021) – Many new mothers with infants want very much to breastfeed as it is the gold standard for early nutrition. What to…
Does More Pollen Mean Worse Allergy Symptoms? Probably
Read the full articleNew studies show an increase in pollen due to climate change… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (April 21, 2021) – Your nose may already be aware of the findings from a recent study, namely that climate change has made pollen season longer and worse throughout North America. It’s…
This Summer, Camps Need to Protect Kids From COVID-19, and Allergy and Asthma Triggers
Read the full articleMake sure the camp you choose has precautions in place to keep your allergic camper safe… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (May 5, 2021) – If last summer you had to forgo summer camp for your child with allergies or asthma due to COVID-19 restrictions, know that the…
Donating your plasma saves the lives of those with Primary Immunodeficiency
Read the full articleCurrent shortage of plasma threatens lives of people on Immune Globulin therapy.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (July 22, 2020) – Did you know there are tens of thousands of people who could benefit from your life-saving plasma donation? The U.S. is currently experiencing a devastating shortage of…
Recommendations on the use of face masks to reduce COVID-19 transmission
Read the full articleFrom the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology… As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, and recommendations and requirements about face coverings continue to evolve, we know some patients with asthma have questions about wearing masks in public. This guidance is provided to aid physician-patient discussions…
“Saharan plume” brings additional eye, nose and throat irritation to allergy sufferers
Read the full articleThose with asthma might find dust will cause more serious flares.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 24, 2020) – A giant plume of dust originating in the Sarahan Desert is heading towards the southeastern United States from 5,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean and predicted to wreak…
ACAAI Announces Virtual 2020 Annual Scientific Meeting
Read the full articleCutting edge research, symposia and dynamic plenary sessions will still be featured.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (July 8, 2020) – After closely monitoring the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and its continuing impact on patients, allergy practices and the country, the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)…
With social distancing and precautions, your 4th of July can be free of allergy and asthma symptoms
Read the full articleCOVID-19 will mean more planning to make the 4th of July fun and safe.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 16, 2020) – There’s a good chance the town or village you live in has altered or cancelled their 4th of July events this year. You’ll probably need…
Allergists: The Doctors You Didn’t Know Could Help you with Your Asthma
Read the full articleAllergists provide best care for those with asthma.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (May 3, 2016) – If you have allergies, the medical professional you want to see is an allergist. And if you have asthma, the medical professional you want to see is…also an allergist. Many…
You may be ready for college, but are your allergies and asthma?
Read the full articleThere’s a lot to do to keep symptoms under control as you leave home.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (May 21, 2020) – That acceptance letter from your dream school felt pretty great. But if attending college means leaving your hometown, you need to start thinking about how…
ACAAI Statement on the rise in Asian hate crimes in the United States
Read the full articleStatement from ACAAI president Luz Fonacier, MD on rise in Asian hate crimes in the United States… March 22, 2021 As the first Asian American president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, I take great pride in my heritage and the contributions…
Allergy Facts
Read the full articleAllergy Facts Asthma and allergic diseases, such as allergic rhinitis (hay fever), food allergy, and eczema, are common for all… Allergy Facts Asthma and allergic diseases, such as allergic rhinitis (hay fever), food allergy, and eczema, are common for all age groups in the United…
Your questions answered – Winter 2024
Read the full articleVision Forward is a “living” document that is being refined from year to year, to ensure the College stays responsive… The College’s Vision Forward plan gives us a roadmap to further elevate our profile, enhance our offerings, engage our members and educate the public…
Spotlight on the Social Media Subcommittee
Read the full articleMembers of the subcommittee are social media influencers who communicate on a regular basis about allergy and asthma issues.… The Social Media Subcommittee, chaired by Farah Nawaz Khan, MD, focuses on enhancing the College’s messaging and outreach via social media channels to raise public…
Tips for leading a committee
Read the full articleIf you are new to serving in a committee leadership position (or aspire to do so), you may be wondering… If you are new to serving in a committee leadership position (or aspire to do so in the future), you may be wondering how…
How do MACs impact patients
Read the full articleTo process Medicare claims, MACs are awarded geographic jurisdictions in which they serve as primary contacts… Since Medicare’s inception, private health care insurers have taken on the role of processing Medicare beneficiaries’ Part A and Part B medical claims and are known as Medicare…
2024 – Use of JZ and JW Modifiers
Read the full articleThis article provides a high-level overview of the requirements for using the JW and JZ modifier. Learn more...… Since 2017, CMS required the use of the JW modifier for reporting discarded amounts of drugs or biologicals administered from a single-dose container or a single-dose…
Get the employment contract you deserve
Read the full articleTo help in your career planning, the College has partnered with Resolve, a national firm that specializes in physician employment… Your College membership includes career planning resources that are beneficial to allergists/immunologists in private practice, employed by a hospital or health care network, and…
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 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…
