Interactive Tools
Read the full articleNot sure if you're suffering from allergies or asthma? Try our interactive tools to find out.… Try our interactive tools. Use our symptom test to find out if you suffer from allergies or asthma. Our shared decision-making tools will walk you through options to discuss…
Ask the Allergist
Read the full articleAnswers to popular questions from the public.… Take back control of your life. We provide answers to your questions about living with allergies and asthma from the experts. We are unable to provide emergency assistance or specific medical advice intended for an individual patient.…
Find an Allergist
Read the full articleGet Relief From Your Asthma & Allergy Symptoms… Find Certified Allergists An allergist is trained to find the source of your symptoms, treat it and help you feel healthy. After earning a medical degree, the doctor must complete a three-year residency-training program in either…
Vacunas contra las alergias
Read the full articleEstas vacunas pueden prevenir los síntomas de alergia, como estornudos y tos.… Fuente: www.asmaalergia.org, Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) Estas vacunas pueden prevenir los síntomas de alergia, como estornudos y tos. Algunas personas se aplican vacunas contra las alergias cuando no pueden evitar exponerse…
Tratamiento para el asma
Read the full articleOften the best way to control asthma symptoms is to avoid whatever causes them.… Supported by: Resumen El tratamiento eficaz del asma causada por alergias incluye identificar y evitar los alérgenos que desencadenan los síntomas, usar terapias farmacológicas y desarrollar un plan de acción para…
Tipos de asma
Read the full articleUnderstanding what type of asthma you have can result in better treatment and quality of life.… Supported by: Hay muchos tipos de asma, provocados por muchos desencadenantes distintos. Un alergista puede ayudarle a controlar los síntomas del asma —dificultad para respirar, tos persistente u opresión…
Pruebas y diagnóstico del asma
Read the full articleEl primer paso para controlar el asma es tener un diagnóstico certero.… Supported by: Resumen El asma no tiene por qué afectar su vida. Solo hay que preguntarle a Jackie Joyner-Kerseee. Esta atleta olímpica no solo ganó tres medallas de oro entre 1988 y 1992,…
Pruebas en la piel para detectar alergias
Read the full articleLas pruebas en la piel se realizan para determinar exactamente a qué cosas puede ser alérgica una persona.… Fuente: www.asmaalergia.org, Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) Las pruebas en la piel se realizan para determinar exactamente a qué cosas puede ser alérgica una persona. Esta…
Información fundamental acerca de las alergias
Read the full articleEsta hoja informativa lo ayuda a determinar las causas de los síntomas de la alergia. Además, recomienda formas para prevenirlos… Fuente: www.asmaalergia.org, Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) Esta hoja informativa lo ayuda a determinar las causas de los síntomas de la alergia. Además, recomienda…
Información acerca del asma
Read the full articleEsta hoja informativa explica cómo controlar los síntomas del asma para vivir una vida activa y saludable.… Fuente: www.asmaalergia.org, Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) Esta hoja informativa explica cómo controlar los síntomas del asma para vivir una vida activa y saludable. A menudo me…
Cómo escoger a un doctor especialista en asma y alergias
Read the full articlePersonas que tienen asma o alergias deben consultar a un doctor que sea experto (también llamado especialista) en el tratamiento… Fuente: www.asmaalergia.org, Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) Personas que tienen asma o alergias deben consultar a un doctor que sea experto (también llamado especialista)…
Alergia a los ácaros del polvo
Read the full articleLos ácaros, insectos diminutos que viven en el polvo, existen en la mayoría de los hogares.… Fuente: www.asmaalergia.org, Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) Los ácaros, insectos diminutos que viven en el polvo, existen en la mayoría de los hogares. No pican, pero algunas personas…
Eczema in Children
Read the full articleHave you noticed a rash on your child’s arms, legs, hands or face? The itch associated with eczema can be… …
Choosing an Allergist
Read the full articlePeople with asthma or allergies need to see a doctor who’s an expert or specialist in treating asthma and allergies.… Why should I see an allergist? If allergies or asthma are holding you back, it’s time to take control. See an allergist for relief and expert care,…
Non-Allergic Asthma
Read the full articleIllnesses, medications and environmental factors are common triggers for nonallergic asthma.… Overview Do your asthma symptoms flare up in extreme weather, either in the heat of summer or the chill of winter? When you get sick, does it often lead to an asthma attack? Does…
Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction (EIB)
Read the full articleMany professional athletes have asthma, but with the right treatment, they can still breathe easy during exercise. Do you have… Overview Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction, or EIB, is the preferred term for what was known for years as exercise-induced asthma. Symptoms develop when airways narrow as a…
Asthma-COPD Overlap
Read the full articleAsthma-COPD Overlap Syndrome (ACOS) is when you have both diseases. Each condition must be treated.… Overview Asthma is considered severe when it is difficult to treat and manage the symptoms. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a collection of lung diseases that cause breathing problems…
Allergic Asthma
Read the full articleAllergic asthma is triggered by allergens such as pollen, pets and dust.… Overview There is often a link between allergies and asthma. Not everyone who has allergies has asthma, and not everyone with asthma has allergies. But allergens such as pollen, dust and pet dander…
Adult Onset Asthma
Read the full articleIt can be frustrating to develop asthma for the first time as an adult. Fortunately, an allergist can help you… Overview Some people don’t show signs of having asthma until they are adults. This is known as adult-onset asthma. What causes adult-onset asthma? There are…
NAPAAC 2024 Photos
Read the full articleSee photos from the 2024 North American Pediatric Allergy and Asthma Congress, held in April in Las Vegas, Nevada.… The North American Pediatric Allergy and Asthma Congress 2024 took place in Las Vegas on April 12-14. Some of the expert speakers who presented during the…
Navigating AI for allergists
Read the full articleBoth allergists and payers stand to benefit from this technology and its decision-optimizing capabilities. However...… Artificial Intelligence (AI) has grown increasingly ubiquitous, promising transformative potential across the health care system, including for the practice of allergy. Both allergists and payers stand to benefit from…
Retired Member & Fellow
Read the full articleFor a Fellow or Member in good standing with the College who has retired completely and is no longer paid… For a Fellow or Member in good standing with the College who has retired completely and is no longer paid to practice medicine. Request More…
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…
From the desk of the EMD: Reflections from the College Leadership Summit.
Read the full articleFor the second year, the College hosted a leadership summit for young allergists. It was a diverse group, with a… For the second year, the College hosted a leadership summit for young allergists. It was a diverse group, with a majority being female and coming…
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…
