How is Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU) different than hives?
Read the full articleAcute hives are what it sounds like. You get exposed to something, you have hives. You treat them, they go… Allergist Pooja Patel, MD: So when we talk about hives, there's two ways to think about it. Acute urticaria or acute hives and chronic…
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: Overview Frequent runny nose. Sneezing. Itchy skin, eyes or nose. Red, watery eyes. Wheezing. Coughing bouts. Problems swallowing. Recurring rashes, frequent swelling and…
My child has severe eczema, should I eliminate certain foods from their diet?
Read the full articleAllergist Melinda Rathkopf, MD, explains why elimination diets aren't beneficial for children with eczema, and why they can even be… Allergist Melissa Rathkopf, MD: I'm often asked in cases of severe eczema if food elimination diets could be helpful and actually they aren't and…
Is it possible for adults to get food allergies?
Read the full articleIt is truly possible that you can manifest with an a food allergy as an adult. Food allergies appear with… Allergist Benjamin Prince, MD: Food allergies are definitely more prevalent in young children and can actually be outgrown with age. It is truly possible…
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…
A review of the Make America Healthy Again report on childhood chronic diseases
Read the full articleThe Advocacy Council of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology reviewed the recently-released report from the Presidential Commission… The Advocacy Council of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology reviewed the recently-released report from the Presidential Commission to Make America Healthy Again.…
Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps
Read the full articleAn estimated 50 percent of patients with eosinophilic esophagitis also have seasonal allergies or asthma.… Find expert care. If your son or daughter is struggling with eosinophilic esophagitis, take control and consult an allergist today. Find an Allergist Nasal Polyps Chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps…
Mark Corbett Installed as ACAAI President
Read the full articleKathleen May elected president-elect NEW ORLEANS (November 8, 2021) – Allergist Mark Corbett, MD, of Louisville, KY, was installed as president of American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) at ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting on November 8 in New Orleans. Allergist Kathleen May…
Asthma in Children
Read the full articleIf your child is diagnosed with asthma, an allergist can help them live an active, full life.… Overview Asthma is a common disease, affecting 6 million children in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If asthma isn’t well-controlled, children…
Hives
Read the full articleHives, also known as urticaria, affects about 20 percent of people at some time during their lives. It can be… Overview If you’ve had red or skin-colored bumps that appeared and disappeared quickly, then it’s unlikely to be simple bug bites. The skin rash could…
What symptoms would justify getting an EoE test?
Read the full articleYou might be sometimes the last one at the table when everybody is done with their meals because you're eating… Allergist Sonali Majmudar, MD: Some of the signs for testing for EOE include difficulty swallowing, drinking lots of water, or fluids to push the…
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…
Chronic Spontaneous/Idiopathic Urticaria (Chronic hives)
Read the full articleChronic hive symptoms are generally the same as “short-lived” hive symptoms but appear at least twice a week and last… OverviewHives, also known as urticaria, affect about 20% of people at some time during their lives. It can be triggered by many substances or situations…
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…
ACAAI in the News
Read the full articleHere are the recent national media hits for the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.… Here are recent national media hits for the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. July 2025 Verywell (14 million unique visitors) Why am I coughing after eating?…
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…
Community and Academic Allergists Partnership in Education and Research
Read the full articleProgram Overview The College has implemented a new initiative, the Community and Academic Partnership in Education and Research (CA²PER) program,… Program Overview The College has implemented a new initiative, the Community and Academic Partnership in Education and Research (CA²PER) program, to encourage collaboration in clinical…
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…
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 20, 2025 Los Angeles Society of Allergy, Asthma and Clinical Immunology LASAACI Fall Symposium Skirball Cultural Center, Los Angeles, CA October 4…
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Read the full articleToolkits View All Toolkits Featured Articles View All Publications Member Support College Learning Connection Connect to CME and MOC courses,… Toolkits View All Toolkits Featured Articles View All Publications Member Support College Learning Connection Connect to CME and MOC courses, board preparation tools, clinical resources…
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…
Honor Roll
Read the full articleWe are thankful for the generosity of our donors, including those who have reached one of our club levels! Their… We are thankful for the generosity of our donors, including those who have reached one of our club levels! Their support makes it possible for…
Bryan L. Martin, DO, FACAAI, Gold Headed Cane Award nominee
Read the full articleI have been on multiple committees and given many presentations at College meetings, including the Bernard Berman Memorial Lecture.… It is the honor of a lifetime to be nominated for the ACAAI Gold Headed Cane Award. I am currently an Emeritus Professor of Medicine…
Richard W. Weber, MD, FACAAI, Gold Headed Cane Award nominee
Read the full articleI’ve had a full and rewarding medical career, filled with exceptional exposures, opportunities, and people.… I am sincerely honored to be considered for the ACAAI 2025 Gold Headed Cane Award. I have been a Fellow of the College since 1983. My 40 years of…
John J. Oppenheimer, MD, FACAAI, Gold Headed Cane Award nominee
Read the full articleThrough the tutelage of many in the allergy community, I have been able to try to bridge the academic and… It is a great honor to be considered for the Gold Headed Cane Award. Many of my allergy heroes have been past recipients. When…
Insights on committee engagement
Read the full articleACAAI Executive Medical Director Dr. Todd Mahr shares practical tips to help members elevate their engagement.… Looking to make the most of your committee service? ACAAI Executive Medical Director Dr. Todd Mahr shares practical tips to help members elevate their engagement. What advice would…
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…
Get Involved
Read the full articleSet Up an Asthma Screening Connect with your community by taking part in our Nationwide Asthma Screening Program (NASP). We’ll… Set Up an Asthma Screening Connect with your community by taking part in our Nationwide Asthma Screening Program (NASP). We’ll provide the tools and information…
