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Read the full articleACAAI is a professional medical association of more than 6,000 allergist-immunologists and allied health professionals. Find out more about us.… Allergy Resources View All Featured Video https://youtu.be/ipnByf6V4OI Tell us about early introduction of peanuts There's been good news about how early introduction for infants to…

Tell us about early introduction of peanuts
Read the full articleA groundbreaking study called the LEAP study, Learning Early About Peanut, showed that early introduction of peanut really works.… English Transcript Allergist Michael Pistiner, MD: There was a recent study that showed that things are moving in the right direction. Early introduction is the…

Is everyone allergic to poison ivy?
Read the full articleIt's estimated that about 75% to 85% of people are allergic to poison ivy. And it will present usually with… English Transcript Allergist Marcella Aquino, MD: Not everyone is allergic, but I will say that most people are allergic. So, it's estimated that about…

What should families do about mold after a flood or storm?
Read the full articleAfter a flood or a storm, it's really important to survey the area to see if you see any standing… English Transcript Allergist Amber Hardeman, MD: After a flood or a storm, it's really important to survey the area to see if you see…

The ABCs of Back-to-School Allergy Management
Read the full articleBack to school means adequately preparing your child and the school staff to deal with your child’s allergies and… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (July 28, 2026) – Being ready for the school year means more than gathering clothes and supplies – it also means adequately preparing…

Patient Support Organizations
Read the full articleOrganizations supporting patients with asthma and allergies.… Allergy & Asthma Network Allergy & Asthma Network is a leading nonprofit patient outreach, education, advocacy and research organization for people with asthma, allergies and related conditions. Its patient-centered network unites individuals, families, caregivers, health professionals, industry…

Is it possible to get anaphylaxis from exercising too hard?
Read the full articleIf you are experiencing shortness of breath, dizziness or itchy skin, you may be suffering from exercise-induced anaphylaxis.… English Transcript Allergist Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, MD: If you're experiencing symptoms during exercise that may include hives or itchy skin, shortness of breath, and even dizziness, it's…

Patient Brochure: Immunotherapy Treatments for Allergies
Read the full articleImmunotherapy desensitizes your immune system to allergens over time. Immunotherapy has more than 100 years of safety and effectiveness research… …

Patient Brochure: Rhinitis
Read the full articleRhinitis is a term describing the symptoms produced by nasal irritation or inflammation.… …

Patient Brochures
Read the full articleThe printer-friendly brochures on this page are for allergists, and for their patients, to help explain allergic conditions. In them you will find the information you need, laid out in easy-to-understand language, about managing your allergies or asthma. The brochures address…

Allergist Answers
Read the full articleAllergist Answers is an email newsletter from the College. Below are the most recent newsletters. Summer 2026 Summer allergies are… Allergist Answers is an email newsletter from the College. Below are the most recent newsletters. Summer 2026 Summer allergies are here: Tips for a…

How do I know for certain when to use my epinephrine auto injector?
Read the full articleIf you're experiencing symptoms that fall into the category of moderate or severe allergic reactions, then you would use your… English Transcript Every patient gets given an anaphylaxis action plan, and this plan basically states symptoms of mild allergic reactions and symptoms for severe…

Don’t Let Summer Allergies Cloud a Sunny Forecast
Read the full articleWith a few simple steps – summer allergy symptoms can be managed and summer festivities can go on as… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 30, 2026) – Summertime can bring a host of triggers for those with allergies and asthma. People often focus on spring and…

Do I need venom immunotherapy after a bee sting?
Read the full articleAllergy shots are typically for folks who have allergic or anaphylactic reactions to insect stings; difficulty breathing, vomiting, diarrhea.… English Transcript Allergist Karla Adams, MD: So, it's really common to get local reactions after bee stings or fire ant stings. Typically, they're self-limiting, little…

Type 2 Connection
Read the full articleUnderstanding the Type 2 Inflammation Connection Helping your patients with allergic rhinitis, asthma, eczema, CRSwNP, EoE and food allergies get… Understanding the Type 2 Inflammation Connection Helping your patients with allergic rhinitis, asthma, eczema, CRSwNP, EoE and food allergies get relief SUPPORTED BY: Rhinorrhea.…

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 OverviewFrequent runny nose. Sneezing. Itchy skin, eyes or nose. Red, watery eyes. Wheezing. Coughing bouts. Problems swallowing. Recurring rashes, frequent swelling and itching.…

La Dra. Cherie Zachary fue nombrada presidenta de la ACAAI
Read the full articleLa alergista Cherie Zachary, MD, fue nombrada presidenta del Colegio Americano de Alergia, Asma e Inmunología (ACAAI)… ORLANDO (9 DE NOV. DE 2025) – La alergista Cherie Zachary, MD, de Bloomington, Minnesota, fue nombrada presidenta del Colegio Americano de Alergia, Asma e Inmunología (ACAAI) en…

Cherie Zachary, MD, Installed as ACAAI President
Read the full articleAllergist Cherie Zachary, MD, of Bloomington, MN was installed as president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology… ORLANDO (NOV. 9, 2025) – Allergist Cherie Zachary, MD, of Bloomington, MN was installed as president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology…

Vaccine Refusal Lower in Minorities in New Study
Read the full articleA new study showed that self-identified non-White patients were less likely to demonstrate vaccine-hesitancy than the self-identified White patient… BOSTON (Oct. 24, 2024) – Throughout the Covid pandemic, media widely reported that Black patients were more likely than White patients to refuse vaccines, including the…

Is Your Child With Asthma Ready for Asthma Peak Month in September?
Read the full articleSeptember is known as Asthma Peak Month because kids have returned to school, and viruses are being passed around.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (July 23, 2024) – As your child’s thoughts drift to one more family trip to the beach this summer, your thoughts might be drifting…

Join Our Corporate Council
Read the full articleAbout the Corporate Council The ACAAI Corporate Council offers companies exposure to nearly 6,000 allergists and immunologists, including more than… About the Corporate CouncilThe ACAAI Corporate Council offers companies exposure to nearly 6,000 allergists and immunologists, including more than 3,000 who are board-certified by the…

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…

Outbreak and Vaccine Resource Center
Read the full articleInformation sources are provided on outbreaks of respiratory illnesses, vaccine recommendations, and vaccine safety communications.… Originally posted June 3, 2025. Last updated: March 17, 2026 Curated by ACAAI to include ready and frequently updated sources for information about outbreaks of respiratory illnesses, vaccine recommendations,…

Drug Allergy Protocol Online Library
Read the full articleView current drug allergy protocols for skin testing, drug challenges and desensitization.… …

ACAAI Linktree
Read the full articleFind important ACAAI links for members, patients and primary care physicians.… Find important ACAAI links for members, patients and primary care physicians.…

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. August 2026 Care.com (2 million unique visitors) Child food allergy action plan: How…

Calendar of Events
Read the full articleThese events are developed and implemented by local, regional, or state medical societies and are certified by ACAAI for CME… 2026 August 20, 2026, 7:00 pm CT The Changing Landscape of Vaccines This webinar covers shifting vaccine policy recommendations, evolving scientific evidence, and how…

Meet the 2026 Gold Headed Cane Award nominees
Read the full articleFellows are eligible to vote for their preferred candidate and ballots have been emailed to all Fellows.… The nominees for the 2026 Gold Headed Cane Award, one of the College’s most prestigious awards offered, are William K. Dolen, MD, FACAAI Emeritus, Daniel Ein, MD,…

Recent Insider Updates
Read the full articleKeep up to date with the latest messages from the College! Bookmark the Insider Update page and check back… Below are items that have been blast emailed to members. Once a deadline has passed, such as for registering for a meeting or webinar, or…

Fellows-in-Training
Read the full articleThe College has a variety of resources to support Fellows-in-Training – be it to prepare for the Boards, land a… The College has a variety of resources to support Fellows-in-Training - be it to prepare for the Boards, land a job or get started in…

Advocacy Alerts
Read the full article2026 Help us get fair payment for allergy extracts July 30, 2026 CMS Seeks Input on Modernizing Allergy Immunotherapy Billing Policy July 15, 2026 College Strike Force on the Hill May 5, 2026 Due to the Advocacy Council's efforts, allergy has a champion…

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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 ConnectionConnect to CME and MOC courses, board preparation tools, clinical resources and…

Considerations for writing your Peanut OIT Letter
Read the full articleBefore writing your Letter, Annals editors suggest you consider including as much of the following information as you can.… Before writing your Letter, Annals editors suggest you consider including as much of the following information regarding your experience with peanut OIT (within the space…

Practice Profitability Toolkit
Read the full articleDiscover the tools and information you need to ensure your practice is profitable! Access resources for maximizing profits, improving operational… Financial Benchmarking Financial benchmarking helps you evaluate the performance of your practice by focusing on a few specific indicators. We’ve identified some key revenue…

Employed Allergist Toolkit
Read the full articleGet resources to make practicing as an Employed Allergist easier, including allergy clinical guidance, patient education, employment contract info and… Over the past 12 years we’ve seen a strong trend away from physicians in private practice and towards physician employment at practices owned by…

FIT and New Allergist Toolkit
Read the full articleGet all the resources you need to get started in practice, plus help choosing and negotiating your first position as… Career Resources for FITs and New Allergists As fellows and new allergists looking for your first position, you are navigating a new landscape. You’ve…

CMS proposes updated RVUs for 2027
Read the full articleReimbursement for services under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule reflects the relative resources required to furnish the service.… CMS estimates zero percent overall impact on allergy/immunology allowed charges for 2027 in the 2027 Proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. However, CMS’ figures are averages for…

The Allergists' Foundation Community Grant Recipients
Read the full article2026 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 2026. You can also browse our…

The Allergists' Foundation Community Project Summaries
Read the full articleThe Allergists’ Foundation Community Grant Program has funded 37 grant projects since launching in 2021 and has awarded more than half a million dollars. Explore the work of our grantees by clicking on a year below. 2026 Grant Recipients Nicole M. Chase, MD, FACAAI…

The Allergists' Foundation 2026 Community Project Summaries
Read the full articleSix outstanding projects have been selected for 2026 funding. Learn more about these creative solutions for allergy care.… 2026 Grantees The Allergists' Foundation Community Grant Program inspires practicing allergists to develop creative solutions for challenges related to allergy care within their communities. Below are…

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