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…
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…
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…
Don’t let hidden holiday allergies ruin your good cheer
Read the full articleWhile everything may seem merry and bright, if you have asthma or allergies, the holidays are when you need to… The holidays are a time to gather for food, friends and festivities. While everything may seem merry and bright, if you have asthma or…
10 tips to keep 'achoos' from interrupting your 'I do's'
Read the full articleWhile selecting the color scheme and writing your vows, don't forget another important consideration: allergies.… You want your wedding day to be memorable for all the right reasons. While selecting the color scheme and writing your vows, don't forget another important consideration: allergies. The…
You Can't Exercise if You Have Asthma – And Other Myths You Should Know
Read the full articleAsthma is a serious condition that affects more than 26 million Americans – more than 8 percent of the… If you have asthma, you may have heard some myths over the years about what it means to have your asthma controlled. But not everything…
Double Duty Spring Cleaning: Keep Healthy and Tidy
Read the full articleAllergy season can last all year for those sensitive to indoor allergens, but it can worsen in the spring when… Spring cleaning can be more than a daunting chore for those with allergies and asthma. Dust, pet hair and cleaning supplies can leave you…
What does asthma have to do with your allergies? Probably a lot.
Read the full articleWhile the two may not seem related, studies show about two-thirds or more of those with asthma also have an… People who have allergies often also have asthma. And people with asthma often have allergies. While the two may not seem related, studies show…
Before School Starts, Train all the Brains for Allergies and Asthma
Read the full articleAn allergy or asthma action plan doesn’t do any good if it’s not shared with the people who can act… You may have been thinking through your child’s back-to-school allergy plan since school let out last spring. But unless all the people your child…
2026 Strike Force Photo Gallery
Read the full articleMembers of the College’s Strike Force are advocating for our specialty today – on Capitol Hill.… Contact us at AdvocacyCouncil@acaai.org or 847-427-1200.2026 Strike Force 2.0 - Still advocating for allergistsSept. 30 – Five members of the College’s Advocacy Strike Force headed back to Washington…
AMA and MGMA back allergists’ call for an applicable MIPS Value Pathway
Read the full articleIn the CMS 2027 Proposed QPP Rule, CMS proposed retiring the traditional MIPS reporting option after the 2028 performance… In the CMS 2027 Proposed QPP Rule, CMS proposed retiring the traditional MIPS reporting option after the 2028 performance period. Beginning with the 2029 performance…
Contact Us
Read the full articleAmerican College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology 85 West Algonquin Road, Suite 550 Arlington Heights, IL 60005 Phone: (847) 427-1200… American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology 85 West Algonquin Road, Suite 550 Arlington Heights, IL 60005 Phone: (847) 427-1200 Fax: (847) 427-9656 For all…
Community and Academic Allergists Partnership in Education and Research
Read the full articleProgram Overview The College’s Community and Academic Partnership in Education and Research (CA²PER) program brings together academic and community-based allergists… Program Overview The College’s Community and Academic Partnership in Education and Research (CA²PER) program brings together academic and community-based allergists to conduct practice-based translational research.…
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…
ACAAI Presidential Initiatives and Key Activities
Read the full articlePresidential Initiatives CAPE - Community Allergist Partnership in Education CA2PER - Community and Academic Allergists Partnership in Education and Research P2P (Pathways to Practice) - Fellow-in-Training expansion SPARK Program - Interest, scholarships and mentorship Other Key Activities College Learning Connection - Online education portal…
Allergists are off to Washington again
Read the full articleThis week, a group of allergists will meet in Washington D.C. for the College’s 2026 Advocacy “Strike Force 2.0” on… This week, a group of allergists will meet in Washington D.C. for the College’s 2026 Advocacy “Strike Force 2.0” on Capitol Hill. The College…
Prepare for the next ABAI CAP cycle with AllergyWatch
Read the full articleThe current issue of AllergyWatch covers all the key articles in this CAP cycle concisely and efficiently for the best… Are you starting the next ABAI Continuous Assessment Program (CAP) cycle? The current issue of AllergyWatch covers all the key articles in this CAP cycle…
AllergyWatch Archives
Read the full articleSupported by: 2026 Access AllergyWatch archives for Volume 28. Each issue is available to download as a pdf. Links will… Supported by: 2026 Access AllergyWatch archives for Volume 28. Each issue is available to download as a pdf. Links will be added as issues become…
Latest Issue of AllergyWatch: September-October 2026
in AllergyWatchRead the full articleA Synopsis of Allergy and Asthma Literature, Resulting from an Unbiased, Comprehensive Review of Twenty Major Medical Journals. …
Need a biosimilars refresh? Choose your 15-minute focus
Read the full articleThe College’s new on-demand microlearning series on biosimilars lets you focus on the topics most relevant to your practice.… The College’s new on-demand microlearning series on biosimilars lets you focus on the topics most relevant to your practice. Choose one 15-minute module or complete…
Board of Regents
Read the full articleThe Board of Regents oversees all councils and advisory groups and makes important decisions on behalf of the College. *… The Board of Regents oversees all councils and advisory groups and makes important decisions on behalf of the College. * denotes Executive Committee member Cherie…
Join
Read the full articleACAAI Membership Joining your colleagues in the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunologyunlocks opportunities and benefits found nowhere else. Membership… ACAAI Membership Joining your colleagues in the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunologyunlocks opportunities and benefits found nowhere else. Membership Types Choose from Member, Fellow,…
From Benadryl to biologics: 75 years of advancements in allergy
Read the full articleWhen Benadryl first came to the market, members of the allergy community were worried the new drug meant the end… Since the College began, there have been a lot of changes in the way we treat allergies and asthma. “When Benadryl hit the market…
Women in Allergy – Make the most of the ACAAI Annual Meeting
Read the full articleJoin the Women in Allergy Committee for an informative discussion on how you can make the most of the ACAAI… Join the Women in Allergy Committee for an informative discussion on how you can make the most of the ACAAI 2026 Annual Meeting on…
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…
Get actionable strategies for your practice management challenges
Read the full articleThe full-day Practice Management Program is filled with practical sessions that help you address your biggest practice challenges.… The ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov. 12-16 in Phoenix, Arizona, offers an outstanding lineup of sessions, and the full-day Practice Management Program (PMP) is one you…
Penicillin Toolkit
Read the full articleFind everything you need for penicillin allergy testing, including materials for patients and the media.… As an allergist, you know the facts about penicillin allergy and have information your patients and primary care physicians (PCPs) may not have. This toolkit is designed to help…
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…
Why was Jonas Salk, MD at our 1971 Annual Scientific Meeting?
Read the full articleDr. Jonas Salk, Dr. Frank T. Perkins, and Dr. Roderick Murray As we celebrate our 75th anniversary, we’ve rediscovered some interesting tidbits about the activities of our past Annual Scientific Meetings. Did you know our annual fundraising event, started by Joseph A. Bellanti…
