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…
Can allergies cause headaches?
Read the full articleYour sinuses are in your forehead, your cheeks, behind your eyes. That's why people feel that headache will be more… Allergist Nancy Joseph, DO: Yes, allergies can absolutely cause headaches, and the main way they do that is via ways of your sinuses. So,…
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…
Asthma in Children
Read the full articleIf your child is diagnosed with asthma, an allergist can help them live an active, full life.… Overview Did you know that asthma is the most common chronic lung disease in children? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it affects approximately 6…
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…
You Handle Your Child’s Allergies and Asthma at Home: Who’s in Charge at School?
Read the full articleWhat about your child's health at school? Create a “health team” at school with teachers, coaches and nurses.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL. (August 12, 2025) – It wasn’t easy – and may have taken a few tries – but your child’s asthma and allergies are well-managed…
Cuáles son algunos síntomas que me harían sospechar de EoE?
Read the full articleLos signos o síntomas que nosotros vemos en los pacientes con esofagitisfílica del inglés EOE fromopilitis varían dependiendo de la… Espanol Alergólogo Juan Carlos Murillo, MD: Los signos o síntomas que nosotros vemos en los pacientes con esofagitisfílica del inglés EOE fromopilitis varían dependiendo…
How do I prepare for my telehealth visit?
Read the full articleYou will enter a virtual waiting room. Be ready to have your questions, history, and things you want to ask… Allergist Jennifer Shih, MD: Telehealth visits are a great way to be efficient about the way you can see your doctor, and there are…
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… Overview Frequent runny nose. Sneezing. Itchy skin, eyes or nose. Red, watery eyes. Wheezing. Coughing bouts. Problems swallowing. Recurring rashes, frequent swelling and itching. If…
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…
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…
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…
Product Theaters, Saturday, Nov. 8
Read the full articleAll Annual Meeting attendees are invited to attend the 25-minute and 85-minute product theaters that will be presented in the… All Annual Meeting attendees are invited to attend the 25-minute and 85-minute product theaters that will be presented in the exhibit hall in West…
Have you explored the College member website lately?
Read the full articleSave time and hassle with the wide range of clinical, educational and practice management information at your fingertips.… The College’s member website is designed for allergists – so you can provide the best patient care. Save time and hassle with the wide range of…
Spotlight on the AI and Technology Subcommittee
Read the full articleThe College has established a new AI and Technology Subcommittee to keep members informed about emerging technologies.… As the use of augmented intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly more common for allergy and asthma practices, the College has established a new AI and Technology Subcommittee to…
Planning for the 2026 Annual Meeting begins in Orlando
Read the full articleStart brainstorming session proposals related to your expertise and to the 2026 theme: Podium to Practice: Building Bridges for the… The 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting in Orlando next month will deliver cutting-edge insights and highlight the latest developments in allergy and immunology. For committees,…
Insights on submitting session proposals for the ACAAI Annual Meeting
Read the full articleACAAI Executive Medical Director Dr. Todd Mahr shares practical tips regarding session proposals for the ACAAI Annual Meeting.… ACAAI Executive Medical Director Dr. Todd Mahr shares practical tips regarding session proposals for the ACAAI Annual Meeting. What role can the College’s committees play in…
Leadership decisions Fall 2025
Read the full articleThe following are some of the key actions taken by the ACAAI Executive Committee at its recent meeting.… The following are some of the key actions taken by the ACAAI Executive Committee at its recent meeting. Approved the appointment of the following Advocacy Council…
Legacy of Congressman George Miller O'Brien: Advocate for the Patient with Asthma and Allergic Disease
Read the full articleMr. O’Brien had a deep-rooted commitment to the support of research in the field of allergic diseases, and helped to… This year, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) celebrates the 40th year of designating May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month…
Use DocMatter to connect with other employed allergists
Read the full articleDocMatter is a safe, private forum for College physicians to post clinical and practice questions to other allergists. Login to… …
Claims hold is impacting multiple services
Read the full articleCMS issued updated instructions clarifying that payments for select claims affected by expired legislative Medicare coverage policies should be… CMS issued updated instructions to Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) clarifying that payments for select claims affected by expired legislative Medicare coverage policies should be held;…
Drug Allergy Protocol Online Library
Read the full articleView current drug allergy protocols for skin testing, drug challenges and desensitization.… …
The Allergists’ Foundation Community Grant Program
Read the full articleThe Allergists’ Foundation is focusing its programming on empowering community practicing allergists on the front lines of patient care. We… The Allergists' Foundation is focusing its programming on empowering community practicing allergists on the front lines of patient care. We are funding innovative projects that address…
Partners
Read the full articleThe American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology thanks the following companies for their generous support of the College. Diamond… The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology thanks the following companies for their generous support of the College. Diamond $500,000+ Platinum $300,000 - $499,999…
Leadership is a daily act of service
Read the full articleLeadership, then, is not an abstract ideal but a daily act of service to our patients, to our colleagues, and… Leadership in medicine is not about titles - it is about service. As members of the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI),…
Highlights from the October issue of Annals
Read the full articleThe current issue of Annals focuses on several key areas of interest for the practicing allergist-immunologist.… The current issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology focuses on several key areas of interest for the practicing allergist-immunologist, with two articles on the use of…
AllergyWatch Editors
Read the full articleEditor-in-Chief Stanley M. Fineman, MDMarietta, GA Dr. Fineman: “College members have benefitted from this bimonthly review of relevant scientific articles.… Editor-in-ChiefStanley M. Fineman, MDMarietta, GADr. Fineman: "College members have benefitted from this bimonthly review of relevant scientific articles. The biannual issues reviewing the ABAI MOC…
College Leadership Summit
Read the full articleMarch 21-22, 2026 • Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport, Chicago, IL Supported by: Are you an aspiring leader? If you’re an… March 21-22, 2026 • Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport, Chicago, IL Supported by: Are you an aspiring leader? If you’re an active College member under the…
Dr. Luz Fonacier to receive the Gold Headed Cane Award
Read the full articleThis year, College Fellows selected Luz S. Fonacier, MD, FACAAI as the 2024 honoree. The award will be presented on… The Gold Headed Cane Award is given annually to a College Fellow who has demonstrated the highest standards of scientific excellence and integrity. This…
Payer Education Campaign
Read the full articleBurdensome and unreasonable requests for documentation regarding CPT 95165, 95115 and 95117 services have threatened the ability of allergists/immunologists and… Burdensome and unreasonable requests for documentation regarding CPT 95165, 95115 and 95117 services have threatened the ability of allergists/immunologists and otolaryngologists to administer allergen immunotherapy…
About Us
Read the full articleOur Mission Our Vision Our History Our Mission The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology promotes excellence in the… Our Mission Our Vision Our History Our Mission The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology promotes excellence in the practice of the subspecialty of…
Eczema gets the spotlight in October
Read the full articleOctober is Eczema Awareness Month! Use the College’s resources for your education and for information to share with patients.… October is Eczema Awareness Month! Use the College’s resources for your education and for information to share with patients. For allergists’ education and their practices…
