Egg
Read the full articleIf you develop hives or other physical symptoms after eating eggs, you may have an egg allergy — one of… Overview If you feel like you always get sick with a rash or stomach pains after eating eggs, it’s time to see an allergist. Egg allergy…
Nuevo estudio muestra que los latinos con COVID-19 tenían una mayor probabilidad de presentar exacerbaciones del asma
Read the full articleLos resultados también mostraron que los latinos tienen una mayor probabilidad de tener padecimientos durante períodos más largos después de la infección de la COVID-19 NUEVA ORLEANS (5 de noviembre de 2021). Estudios han demostrado que las poblaciones minoritarias sufrieron tasas más altas…
New Study Shows Latinos with COVID-19 Had Higher Probability of Developing Asthma Exacerbations
Read the full articleResults also showed greater chance of Latinos suffering for longer periods after COVID-19 infection NEW ORLEANS (November 5, 2021) – Studies have shown minority populations suffered higher rates of COVID-19 infections throughout the pandemic. A new study being presented at this year’s…
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…
Giselle R.
Read the full articleAs a musical theater major at the Chicago College of Performing Arts, 19-year-old Giselle spends her days singing, dancing and… As a musical theater major at the Chicago College of Performing Arts, 19-year-old Giselle spends her days singing, dancing and acting. Watching her perform, you…
Antonio and Alex P.
Read the full articleSoncee Partida is eager to share how her family’s allergist changed their lives. Both her sons Antonio, 13, and Alex,… Soncee Partida is eager to share how her family's allergist changed their lives. Both her sons Antonio, 13, and Alex, 10 have asthma and allergies.…
Preguntas Frecuentes De Los Pacientes Sobre La Vacuna Contra El COVID-19
Read the full articleLos alergistas de la ACAAI responden preguntas sobre las reacciones alérgicas y más… Estas preguntas frecuentes del Colegio Americano de Alergias, Asma e Inmunología (ACAAI, por sus siglas en inglés) se proporcionan para ayudar a responder las dudas de los pacientes sobre las vacunas…
Possible Allergic Reaction to COVID-19 Vaccine Shouldn’t Mean Skipping the Vaccine
Read the full articleTwo new studies show it’s possible to be vaccinated despite prior indication of allergic reactions NEW ORLEANS (November 5, 2021) – Some people in the United States have expressed concern over getting one of the three currently available COVID-19 vaccines due to fear…
Most Young People with Asthma Haven’t Been Prepared to Transition to Adult Asthma Care
Read the full articleStudy shows half of all respondents weren’t introduced to idea of transitioning care NEW ORLEANS (November 5, 2021) – Young adults with asthma need to be made aware that their medical needs surrounding asthma will likely change as they age, and it may be…
Las posibles reacciones alérgicas a la vacuna contra la COVID-19 no deben significar no ponerse la vacuna
Read the full articleDos nuevos estudios muestran que es posible vacunarse a pesar de tener una indicación previa sobre reacciones alérgicas NUEVA ORLEANS (5 de noviembre de 2021). Algunas personas en los EE. UU. han expresado su preocupación respecto de ponerse una de las tres vacunas actuales…
La mayoría de personas jóvenes con asma no han recibido una preparación para su transición a la atención del asma en la edad adulta
Read the full articleEn el estudio se muestra que a la mitad de todos los que respondieron no se le presentó la idea de la atención en transición NUEVA ORLEANS (5 de noviembre de 2021). Se debe concientizar a los adultos jóvenes con asma de que sus…
Caso médicamente desafiante muestra que los AINE pueden provocar anafilaxia inducida por ejercicio
Read the full articleMaratonista de 40 años presenta anafilaxia después de tomar un AINE antes de correr NUEVA ORLEANS (5 de noviembre de 2021). Las reacciones alérgicas graves, conocidas como anafilaxia, son aterradoras y, a veces, puede ser difícil determinar la causa. Un nuevo caso médicamente difícil…
Cuatro años después de la publicación de las directrices, aún no se informa a los padres sobre la incorporación temprana del cacahuate
Read the full articleUn estudio muestra que solo al 40 % de los padres se le recomendó que incorporara el cacahuate en la alimentación de su bebé durante el primer año de vida NUEVA ORLEANS (5 de noviembre de 2021). En 2017, el Instituto Nacional de Alergias…
A pesar del cambio climático, los niños con asma en Los Ángeles no tuvieron un aumento en los diagnósticos de alergia
Read the full articleUn estudio mostró que en 15 años no hubo un aumento de la sensibilización alérgica en más de 5000 niños con asma NUEVA ORLEANS (5 de noviembre de 2021) - Estudios han mostrado que el cambio climático ha sido en parte responsable de períodos…
Medically Challenging Case Shows NSAIDs Can Prompt Exercise-Induced Anaphylaxis
Read the full article40-year-old marathon runner develops anaphylaxis after taking NSAID before her run NEW ORLEANS (November 5, 2021) – Severe allergic reactions, known as anaphylaxis, are scary, and it can sometimes be hard to determine the cause. A new medically challenging case presented at this…
New Guidelines Show How to Introduce Peanut-containing Foods to Reduce Allergy Risk
Read the full articleMost infants can have at home under supervision… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (January 5, 2017) – The wait is over for parents who’ve been wanting to know how and when to introduce peanut-containing foods to their infants to prevent peanut allergy. New, updated guidelines from the…
Update: What You Need to Know About 2021 Spring Allergies
Read the full articleA practice guideline points to new recommendations for managing hay fever… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (February 17, 2021) – Allergic rhinitis, more commonly called “hay fever,” has been around for hundreds of years, and the misery it causes has been around just as long. Occasionally, there is…
Actualizaciones del ACAAI en las orientaciones sobre el riesgo de reacciones alérgicas a las vacunas contra la COVID-19
Read the full articleLas orientaciones ahora incluyen información sobre la vacuna vectorial adenovírica de Johnson & Johnson… Actualizado el 27 de abril de 2021 ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (17 de marzo del 2021) – El Grupo de Trabajo de la Vacuna contra la COVID-19 del Colegio Estadounidense de Alergia, Asma e Inmunología…
New guidelines provide evidence-based recommendations for treating Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)
Read the full articleFocus on clinical management will guide allergists and gastroenterologists.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (April 28, 2020) — A new guideline from the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) and the Joint Task Force for Allergy-Immunology Practice Parameters provides recommendations for the management of Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) in pediatric…
ACAAI scores top honor
Read the full articleThe College has met the rigorous requirements of offering independent CME that accelerates learning, change, and improvement in health… ACAAI has been awarded Accreditation with Commendation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME®). This is the highest level of accreditation awarded! The…
HIPAA and the use of online tracking technology
Read the full articleIn 2022, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued guidance that pertained to the use of tracking technologies by HIPAA… The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) governs when and how allergists (and other health care clinicians) can store, transmit, use, and disclose…
College Insider’s new look
Read the full articleThe College team enjoys offering our members attractive, up-to-date communications that are optimized according to best industry practices.… At the College, we know it’s important to keep things fresh. The April 1 issue of College Insider debuts a new design to enhance your reading…
From the desk of the EMD: Goodbye Tom; hello Tom
Read the full articleWith the conclusion of the Academy/WAO meeting in Orlando last month, there was the passing of the guard in the… With the conclusion of the Academy/WAO meeting in Orlando last month, there was the passing of the guard in the executive vice president (EVP) position…
An old tool takes on new meaning
Read the full articleWe’re all familiar with the classic wooden yardstick, a tool you always want to have around. What exactly do wooden… We’re all familiar with the classic wooden yardstick, a tool you always want to have around. What exactly do wooden rulers have to do with…
Board of Regents and Executive Committee Decisions
Read the full articleFollowing are key actions taken by the Board of Regents at the Oct. 26 meeting and by the Executive Committee… Following are key actions taken by the Board of Regents at the Oct. 26 meeting and by the Executive Committee during its Dec. 18 teleconference.…
Position statement on telemedicine and practice guidelines for allergic rhinitis
Read the full articleAs 2017 draws to a close, I want to thank all of the people who make the Annals of Allergy,… As 2017 draws to a close, I want to thank all of the people who make the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology a successful…
Top ten College Insider reads of 2017
Read the full articleWe’ve done a lot this year. We’ve looked at our past as we celebrated our 75th anniversary, and we’ve looked… We’ve done a lot this year. We’ve looked at our past as we celebrated our 75th anniversary, and we’ve looked toward the bright future for…
Are you a future leader?
Read the full articleNot everyone is naturally comfortable being a leader. And that’s only one reason why the College is hosting its Leadership… Not everyone is naturally comfortable being a leader. And that’s only one reason why the College is hosting its Leadership Summit, Generation Next, for the…
Give us a high-five!
Read the full articleWe’re extremely proud to announce that the College was awarded Accreditation with Commendation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical… We’re extremely proud to announce that the College was awarded Accreditation with Commendation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). This is the…
Epinephrine scripts and referral to allergist after ED admission; and a challenging case of periorbital eyelid swelling
Read the full articleThere are two additional special articles that I call your attention to in the November issue of the Annals of Allergy,… There are two additional special articles that I call your attention to in the November issue of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology that should be…
Asthma, smoking history and staph aureus enterotoxin sensitization; and the effectiveness of bleach versus warm baths in children with significant atopic dermatitis
Read the full articleThe November issue of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology has a variety of features for our practicing clinician… The November issue of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology has a variety of features for our practicing clinician readers. There are features and…
From the desk of the EMD: Back to the future
Read the full articleI hope that you saw the Summer 2017 issue of the College Advantage and specifically the article entitled “A Glimpse… I hope that you saw the Summer 2017 issue of the College Advantage and specifically the article entitled “A Glimpse into the Future.” The article…
Claim your CME credit now!
Read the full articleWe’ve closed the books on another great ACAAI Annual Meeting, but if you still haven’t claimed your CME credit, it’s… We’ve closed the books on another great ACAAI Annual Meeting, but if you still haven’t claimed your CME credit, it’s not too late. For your…
Committee in the spotlight: Practice Management
Read the full articleThe Practice Management Committee is a great example of what can be accomplished by a committee when its volunteer members… The Practice Management Committee is a great example of what can be accomplished by a committee when its volunteer members and staff work together collaboratively.…
Your questions answered - Fall 2017
Read the full articleThe College has gone through a lot of changes under Vision 2020 to better serve practicing allergists, and we recognize… The College has gone through a lot of changes under Vision 2020 to better serve practicing allergists, and we recognize the importance of involving our…
Practice resources tailored to your needs
Read the full articleAs health care continues to evolve, it can be challenging to keep up with all the changes. That’s why the… As health care continues to evolve, it can be challenging to keep up with all the changes. That’s why the College has taken great strides…
Medicare is Removing Social Security Numbers From Medicare Cards
Read the full articleTo protect seniors from identify theft and to save taxpayer dollars, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will… To protect seniors from identify theft and to save taxpayer dollars, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will be replacing the Social Security…
High-five – Hone your clinical trial skills
Read the full articleEvery month we want to give a shout out – a high five – to a great member resource on… Every month we want to give a shout out – a high five – to a great member resource on the College website. This month,…
Membership Types
Read the full articleACAAI Membership Types Joining your colleagues in the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology unlocks opportunities and benefits found… ACAAI Membership Types Joining your colleagues in the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology unlocks opportunities and benefits found nowhere else. Member For physicians…
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