Management & Treatment
Read the full articleGet tested, get treated, get better.… 1 Consultation Your first step is to see a board-certified allergist-immunologist. You can get a referral from your primary care physician or ask for a recommendation from a family member or friend who is seeing an allergist. Find a…
Wheezing, Shortness of Breath
Read the full articleWheezing is a whistling or squeaky sound in your chest when you breathe, especially when you exhale. It is one… Signs of Asthma Swelling or narrowing of your throat or the airways to your lungs can cause wheezing. It can also result in shortness of…
Runny Nose, Stuffy Nose, Sneezing
Read the full articleIf your runny, stuffy nose or sneezing is from allergies, the best remedy is to get your allergies under… Signs of Allergies Everyone sneezes. But how do you know whether your sneezing is caused by an allergy? It can happen when you least expect it,…
Rashes
Read the full articleA rash can be caused by many different things, like a food allergy to milk or eggs or an… Signs of Allergies A rash is a change in the normal appearance or feel of your skin. A rash may be painful or itchy, and it…
Nausea and Vomiting
Read the full articleIf you think you might have a food allergy that could lead to nausea and vomiting, you should be tested… Signs of Allergies Food allergies are the most likely allergies to cause nausea and/or vomiting. A reaction occurs when your immune system overreacts to a…
Headaches
Read the full articleSinus headaches and migraines — are linked to allergies.… Signs of Allergies You might know some of your common headache triggers — maybe you are likely to get one if you skip a meal or don’t get enough sleep. But you may not realize that…
Fever
Read the full articleSome people believe that allergies can cause a fever, but that isn’t true!… Sign of Allergies Hay fever (also called allergic rhinitis) is a common allergy, and despite the name, it isn’t a reaction to hay and doesn’t cause a fever. Hay fever symptoms include…
Fatigue
Read the full articleAn allergic reaction can release chemicals in your body that cause fatigue.… Signs of Allergies When you think about allergy symptoms, what probably comes to mind is sneezing, sniffling and itchy eyes. You might not think of sleeplessness or fatigue from allergies. And while everyone…
Eye Symptoms
Read the full articleWhile most people treat nasal allergy symptoms, they often ignore their itchy, red, watery eyes.… Signs of Allergies If your eyes are itchy, red, tearing or burning, pay attention to what they may be telling you. You may have eye allergies, or allergic conjunctivitis, a…
Cough
Read the full articleIf you have a chronic dry cough (a cough that has lasted for more than three weeks), it may be… Signs of Allergies Most people have experienced a cough caused by a cold or flu — the kind of cough that comes on strong for…
Pregnancy and Allergy
Read the full articlePractical tips for pregnant patients with asthma or other allergic conditions.… First comes excitement, then comes the worrying. Women have many things to think about when they’re pregnant. However, the most important thing to know is that asthma and other allergic problems are among the…
Children
Read the full articleA child who sneezes or coughs a lot, who frequently develops a rash or hives, or who gets a stomachache,… No parent wants to see their child suffer. Any child can develop allergies, but they are more common in children from families with a history…
Contact Dermatitis
Read the full articleContact dermatitis occurs when skin touches something that a person is sensitive or allergic to, such as poison ivy, perfume,… Overview Do you develop red, itchy bumps around your ankles hours after hiking through the woods? Did a rash appear on your neck after you…
Pine Tree "Allergy"
Read the full articleWhile pine tree allergy is relatively uncommon, there are two main allergens of concern that come from pine trees.… Overview While pine tree allergy is relatively uncommon, there are two main allergens of concern that come from pine trees: pine nuts and pine pollen. Pine…
Mold Allergies
Read the full articleMolds live everywhere—on logs and on fallen leaves, and in moist places like bathrooms and kitchens. Some people are allergic… Overview Mold allergies can be tough to outrun. The fungus can grow in your basement, in your bathroom, in the cabinet under your sink where…
Latex Allergy
Read the full articleAllergic reactions to latex may be serious and can very rarely be fatal. If you have latex allergy you should… Overview Allergists are specially trained to help you take control of your allergies and asthma, so you can live the life you want. If you…
Wheat
Read the full articleIf you notice certain symptoms after eating cereal, bread or pasta — for instance, if you develop hives or a… Overview Wheat allergies, like hay fever and other allergies, develop when the body’s immune system becomes sensitized and overreacts to something in the environment — in this…
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…
Leadership decisions Summer 2025
Read the full articleThe following are some of the key actions taken by the ACAAI Board of Regents and Executive Committee at recent… The following are some of the key actions taken by the ACAAI Board of Regents and Executive Committee at recent meetings. Ratified the appointment…
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…
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…
New podcast series focuses on FITs
Read the full articleNew AllergyTalk episodes focus on searching for an allergist/immunologist position and what to do when you’re offered a position.… Welcome to a new podcast series geared toward Fellows-in-Training! Tune in to our new AllergyTalk episodes that focus on searching for an allergist/immunologist position and…
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…
