Boy Scout motto – be prepared – works for parents of campers with allergies and asthma
Read the full article5 tips to prepare now to make sure your allergic summer camper is ready for fun.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (February 12, 2019) – The idea of summer camp looms large for many kids who wonder: Will I make any friends? What if I get lost in…
Spring cleaning: clear your house and your nasal passages
Read the full articleGetting rid of built up dust and mold can ease allergy symptoms.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (February 26, 2019) – Lots of people view the coming of spring as an opportunity to clean out winter’s cobwebs and freshen up their home. It’s also a chance to…
Academic performance of urban children with asthma worse than peers without asthma
Read the full articleStudy finds for ethnic minorities, the more severe the asthma, the worse the quality of work.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – (March 11, 2019) – Living in an urban area can negatively affect asthma outcomes – particularly for children. A new study in Annals of Allergy,…
New research shows 73 percent of allergists prescribe under-the-tongue allergy tablets
Read the full articleFour FDA-approved tablets available for battling allergies.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – (April 2, 2019) – Allergy shots (subcutaneous immunotherapy or SCIT) have been available for more than 100 years. Allergy tablets (sublingual immunotherapy or SLIT) have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration…
Confidence in asthma inhaler technique doesn’t match actual skills
Read the full articleStudy reports 97 percent of kids don’t use them properly.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – (April 30, 2019) – Many children with asthma think they are using their asthma inhaler medications correctly when they are not. This makes it very difficult to keep their asthma…
Don’t let back to school mean back to allergy and asthma symptoms
Read the full articleFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL (July 24, 2019) – For kids with allergies and asthma, summer break from school can… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (July 24, 2019) – For kids with allergies and asthma, summer break from school can also mean a break from their symptoms. When…
Despite reports of shortages, epinephrine autoinjectors are available
Read the full articleAllergists can teach patients how to use alternatives… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (July 10, 2019) – As parents start to plan for the upcoming school year, many are worried they won’t be able to find needed epinephrine autoinjectors due to a shortage of EpiPens. Despite the shortage…
Leaves are falling. Autumn is calling. So are fall allergies
Read the full articleImmunotherapy could be the “shot in the arm” you need to treat your allergies.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (August 7, 2019) – You may think you can’t tell the difference between the symptoms caused by spring, summer and fall allergies. They all usually involve sneezing, sniffling, itchy…
Hidden Halloween allergy and asthma triggers are truly frightful
Read the full articleSteer clear of triggers you may not have known existed.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (September 18, 2019) – For some families, Halloween means being on guard for food allergy triggers like peanuts in tiny candy bars. Some fun-sized bars contain no labels to alert you to allergens,…
Racism a factor in asthma control for young African American children
Read the full articleStudy shows children between ages 1 and 6 are negatively affected.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (September 17, 2019) – A new article in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the scientific journal of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) shows an association between African American parents/guardians…
Ahora es el momento hacerles frente a los síntomas de alergia otoñal
Read the full article(BPT) Si bien un día respira tranquilo y disfrutar de largos paseos al aire libre, y de la brisa fresca… (BPT) Si bien un día respira tranquilo y disfrutar de largos paseos al aire libre, y de la brisa fresca que penetra por las ventanas…
Social media alternative facts on food allergies can negatively impact medical decisions
Read the full articleMyths make identifying factual information more difficult.… HOUSTON (November 8, 2019) – The social media stream on food allergies is never-ending. Your Facebook and Twitter friends seem to know what they’re talking about. And why shouldn’t you believe all those news articles – even if…
Family history of cancer associated with asthma diagnosis in children
Read the full articleNew research shows 20 percent have asthma.… HOUSTON (November 8, 2019) – It’s well known there’s a genetic component to cancer, and that cancer often runs in families. A new study being presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual…
Pediatric allergy patients equally satisfied with telemedicine and in-person appointments
Read the full articleThirty seven percent were more satisfied with their telemedicine visit.… HOUSTON (November 8, 2019) – Telemedicine visits may still seem like a futuristic idea for many. But a new study being presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting…
Allergy shots may be an effective treatment for pediatric pollen food allergy syndrome
Read the full articleNew study shows improved symptoms in 55 percent of children.… HOUSTON (November 8, 2019) – We know that children with pollen food allergy syndrome (PFAS) also suffer from seasonal allergies. A new study being presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)…
Los datos alternativos de las redes sociales sobre las alergias alimentarias pueden afectar negativamente las decisiones médicas
Read the full articleLos mitos dificultan la identificación de información fáctica.… HOUSTON (8 de noviembre del 2019) – La difusión de las redes sociales sobre las alergias alimentarias es interminable. Tus amigos de Facebook y Twitter parecen saber de qué están hablando. ¿Y por qué no deberías creer…
Antecedentes familiares de cáncer asociados con el diagnóstico de asma en niños
Read the full articleHOUSTON (8 de noviembre del 2019) – Es bien sabido que hay un componente genético del cáncer, y que el… HOUSTON (8 de noviembre del 2019) – Es bien sabido que hay un componente genético del cáncer, y que el cáncer a menudo se presenta…
Pacientes de alergia pediátrica igualmente satisfechos con la telemedicina y citas en persona
Read the full articleHOUSTON (8 de noviembre del 2019) – Las visitas de telemedicina pueden parecer una idea futurista para muchos. Pero un… HOUSTON (8 de noviembre del 2019) – Las visitas de telemedicina pueden parecer una idea futurista para muchos. Pero un nuevo estudio que se presenta…
Las vacunas para la alergia pueden ser un tratamiento eficaz para el síndrome de alergia alimentaria al polen pediátrico
Read the full articleUn nuevo estudio muestra síntomas mejorados en el 55 por ciento de los niños.… HOUSTON (8 de noviembre del 2019) – Sabemos que los niños con síndrome de alergia alimentaria al polen (PFAS) también sufren de alergias estacionales. Un nuevo estudio que se presenta en…
News roundup: Breaking news on how prenatal diet, delivery mode and infant feeding practices relate to pediatric allergies
Read the full articleHOUSTON (November 8, 2019) – Many pregnant women spend time before their baby arrives thinking about how they can prevent… HOUSTON (November 8, 2019) – Many pregnant women spend time before their baby arrives thinking about how they can prevent allergies in their child,…
Emeritus Member & Fellow
Read the full articleFor a Fellow or Member who is at least 70 years old and has been in good standing with the… For a Fellow or Member who is at least 70 years old and has been in good standing with the College for 15 years or…
The impact of rhinoconjunctivitis on the quality of an adolescent’s life and honoring the great Elliot Ellis, MD
Read the full articleSome of you may be going on vacation this month. That is a great time to sit down and spend… Some of you may be going on vacation this month. That is a great time to sit down and spend some time reading articles and…
Shaping professional development to work for you
Read the full articleThis spring, the College’s thought-leaders in education gathered in Chicago for the second Education Summit. On the agenda was a… This spring, the College’s thought-leaders in education gathered in Chicago for the second Education Summit. On the agenda was a review of our current professional…
Who will be the next Gold Headed Cane recipient?
Read the full articleEvery year, College Fellows vote on one of the most prestigious awards we offer, the Gold Headed Cane award. This… Every year, College Fellows vote on one of the most prestigious awards we offer, the Gold Headed Cane award. This award is designed to honor…
Are you billing correctly for nurse practitioners and physician assistants?
Read the full articleAllergy practices are increasingly hiring nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) to grow practice revenue and improve allergist… Allergy practices are increasingly hiring nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) to grow practice revenue and improve allergist satisfaction and patient care.…
From the desk of the EMD: I’m an Amazon allergist; you’re a Walmart allergist
Read the full articleAre you laughing at the title of this article? Are you confused by it? I think you are looking at… Are you laughing at the title of this article? Are you confused by it? I think you are looking at the future of medicine in…
Women in allergy
Read the full articleFor the first time in its history, the College has more women than men volunteering to serve on committees. It… For the first time in its history, the College has more women than men volunteering to serve on committees. It is one of the many…
Effect of traffic pollution on asthma and a challenging clinical case
Read the full articleAs the beginning of summer approaches and May draws to a close, I hope you have had time to read… As the beginning of summer approaches and May draws to a close, I hope you have had time to read various articles in the pages…
Saturday is simply presidential
Read the full articleWe’ve spent countless hours redesigning the Annual Scientific Meeting to give you an all-new experience this year. With 90-minute sessions,… We’ve spent countless hours redesigning the Annual Scientific Meeting to give you an all-new experience this year. With 90-minute sessions, new formats and easier-to-attend events,…
Environmental impact on allergy and asthma
Read the full articleBy now I hope everyone has received their copy of the May issue of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and… By now I hope everyone has received their copy of the May issue of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. This month’s emphasis is…
Food allergy: fact versus fiction
Read the full articleFood allergy has always been a hot topic for both allergists and patients. It’s a highly life-altering allergy to live… Food allergy has always been a hot topic for both allergists and patients. It’s a highly life-altering allergy to live with, so naturally patients have…
Victory for allergy and asthma advocates
Read the full articleIn a victory for all allergy and asthma advocates, a San Antonio jury returned a unanimous verdict in favor of… In a victory for all allergy and asthma advocates, a San Antonio jury returned a unanimous verdict in favor of Allergy & Asthma Network in…
Common food allergy questions answered and childhood asthma risk
Read the full articleI hope you have had a productive March and that Annals has in some way contributed to your productivity. I want… I hope you have had a productive March and that Annals has in some way contributed to your productivity. I want to be certain that you…
Atopic march and "thunderstorm asthma"
Read the full articleHopefully you have received your February issue of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and have read and benefitted… Hopefully you have received your February issue of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and have read and benefitted from its contents. But, just…
Why we need the American Medical Association!
Read the full articleWe need the American Medical Association (AMA). If it were to slip away, we would need another national medical organization… We need the American Medical Association (AMA). If it were to slip away, we would need another national medical organization to take its place. Physicians…
When it comes to your well-being, the College is taking action
Read the full articleAs we celebrate our 75th anniversary, it’s interesting to note that the topic of preventing physician burnout has been around… As we celebrate our 75th anniversary, it’s interesting to note that the topic of preventing physician burnout has been around for a long time. In…
Spotlight on the Science Council
Read the full articleThe Science Council is the College’s largest council with 14 committees and more than 160 volunteer members with a broad… The Science Council is the College’s largest council with 14 committees and more than 160 volunteer members with a broad range of expertise. The College…
Change Healthcare Cyberattack Resources
Read the full articleACAAI provides helpful resources in reference to the Change Healthcare cyberattack that has left many practices with cashflow issues.… HHS national payer contact info resource UnitedHealth Group provides regular updates regarding the status of claims, payments, their temporary funding program and more. Check this…
April issue of Annals focuses on pollution and allergies
Read the full articleAnnals' April issue provides a crucial update on current thoughts about how pollution is affecting the patients we treat every… Be sure to grab the latest issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology and fill up your knowledge of all things allergy and…
What’s the correct code for…?
Read the full articleThe College’s Advocacy Council has partnered with Optum 360 products to offer our members coding books at discounted prices. We… The College’s Advocacy Council has partnered with Optum 360 products to offer our members coding books at discounted prices. We recommend updating your coding books…
