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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/gbO_looE5Uk What's causing my allergy symptoms to get worse every year? Allergist Jonathan Olsen, MD, explains that you're not…
What's causing my allergy symptoms to get worse every year?
Read the full article"How is it possible that my allergies are getting worse with each year?" We've found that that's actually true.… English Transcript Allergist Jonathan Olsen, MD: I have quite a few patients that come in and they feel like they're losing their mind. They're like,…
When Should You See an Immunologist?
Read the full articleAn immunologist is a doctor who specializes in the immune system. They figure out if your immune system is too… Everyone gets sick now and then—but if you or your child are getting sick more often than usual, or symptoms don’t improve with normal treatment,…
Clinical Trial Resources
Read the full articleWelcome to the ACAAI Clinical Trial Resources While the ACAAI does not endorse these trials, we do encourage clinicians and… Welcome to the ACAAI Clinical Trial Resources While the ACAAI does not endorse these trials, we do encourage clinicians and their patients to partake in…
Chronic Spontaneous/Idiopathic Urticaria (Chronic hives)
Read the full articleChronic hive symptoms are generally the same as “short-lived” hive symptoms but appear at least twice a week and last… OverviewHives, also known as urticaria, affect about 20% of people at some time during their lives. It can be triggered by many substances or situations…
Nasal Polyps: Understanding the Patient Journey
Read the full articleOverview Chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) is a condition that affects your nose and sinuses. It happens when the… OverviewChronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) is a condition that affects your nose and sinuses. It happens when the lining of your sinuses becomes swollen…
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Read the full articleInformación acerca del asma Esta hoja informativa explica cómo controlar los síntomas del asma para vivir una vida activa y… Información acerca del asma Esta hoja informativa explica cómo controlar los síntomas del asma para vivir una vida activa y saludable. Información fundamental acerca de…
Pólipos nasales: comprender la experiencia del paciente
Read the full articleResumen La rinosinusitis crónica con pólipos nasales (CRSwNP, por sus siglas en inglés) es una afección que afecta la nariz… Resumen La rinosinusitis crónica con pólipos nasales (CRSwNP, por sus siglas en inglés) es una afección que afecta la nariz y los senos paranasales. Esto…
Batten Down the Hatches: Spring Allergies Are Headed this Way
Read the full articleWhen the first signs of spring hit, it’s tempting to open windows for fresh air. However, that can make allergy… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (March 4, 2026) – Longer days and more sunshine often signal the arrival of spring. But as temperatures begin to rise across…
What's the best over-the-counter allergy medicine?
Read the full articlePatients often ask what the best over-the-counter medicine is, and they think it's going to be Benadryl or diphenhydramine. Not… English Transcript Allergist Maureen Petersen, MD: Patients often ask what the best over-the-counter medicine is, and they think I'm going to say Benadryl or…
Pruebas y diagnóstico de alergias alimentarias
Read the full articleLos alergistas tienen una formación especializada que los convierte en expertos en la detección y el diagnóstico de alergias… Resumen Algunas personas saben exactamente qué alimento les provoca alergia. Por ejemplo, comen maní o algún producto que contenga maní y de inmediato les aparece un…
Food Allergy Testing and Diagnosis
Read the full articleAllergists have specialized training that makes them the experts in testing for and diagnosing food allergies.… OverviewSome people know exactly what food causes their allergy. For example, they eat peanuts or a product with peanut and immediately break out in a rash. Others need a…
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…
Does climate change affect my allergies?
Read the full articlePollen lasts longer in duration since the season itself is lasting longer in duration, and plants produce more pollen.… English Transcript Allergist Manisha Relan, MD: Climate change affects people's allergies for a multitude of reasons. First of all, the pollen itself starts earlier in…
Do I need to use my inhaler every day?
Read the full articleIt really depends which type of inhaler you've been prescribed by your physician. We have two different types of inhaler… English Transcript Allergist Kylie Jungles, MD: So, it really depends what type of inhaler you've been prescribed by your physician. We have two different…
Can allergy shots help with asthma?
Read the full articleAllergy shots can help asthma because you're building tolerance to the things that you're allergic to.… English Transcript Allergist Amber Hardeman, MD: Allergy shots can help asthma because you're building tolerance to the things that you're allergic to. So, we're essentially giving you the…
Introducción temprana del maní: Lo que los padres deben saber sobre la prevención de la alergia al maní
Read the full articlePara muchas familias, el diagnóstico conlleva cautela durante toda la vida y temor a una exposición accidental.… La alergia al maní se ha convertido en una de las alergias alimentarias más comunes y preocupantes entre los niños en los Estados Unidos. Para muchas familias, el…
If I use epinephrine for an allergic reaction, do I have to call 911?
Read the full articleYou need to have at least two doses of your epinephrine with you if you decide to treat your reaction… English Transcript Allergist Aikaterini Anagnostou, MD: In previous years, our guidance was that anybody who uses epinephrine to treat their allergic reaction anaphylaxis usually…
Introducing Peanuts Early: What Parents Should Know About Preventing Peanut Allergy
Read the full articleA shift toward prevention: Early peanut introduction represents one of the most successful allergy prevention strategies to date.… Peanut allergy has become one of the most common and concerning food allergies among children in the United States. For many families, the diagnosis brings lifelong…
What should I know about an asthma screening?
Read the full articleWhen you come in for an asthma screening, we're going to want to learn more about how your life is… English Transcript Allergist Amar Dixit: When you come in for an asthma screening, we're going to want to learn more about how your life…
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. March 2026 US News (14 million unique visitors + Drugs.com, 12 million unique…
College Super Delegate Job Description
Read the full articleCollege-appointed Super Delegates serve as the conduit between delegates, regional societies and the HOD leadership.… College-appointed Super Delegates serve as the conduit between delegates, regional societies and the HOD leadership. They facilitate the communication of important issues and concerns amongst these key stakeholders. Super…
Clinical Trial Resources
Read the full articleWelcome to the ACAAI Clinical Trial Resource page which connects physicians to existing clinical trials in allergy, asthma and immunology… Welcome to the ACAAI Clinical Trial Resource page which connects physicians to existing clinical trials in allergy, asthma and immunology led by our pharmaceutical partners.…
Fellow-in-Training
Read the full articleThe ACAAI Fellow-in-Training (FIT) Section is composed of FIT members who are enrolled in ACGME-accredited allergy and immunology fellowship programs. … The ACAAI Fellow-in-Training (FIT) Section is composed of FIT members who are enrolled in ACGME-accredited allergy and immunology fellowship programs. Apply Now Who We AreThe…
FIT Scholarships
Read the full articleThe American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology invites Fellows-in-Training in accredited training programs in North America to submit an application for a scholarship to attend its 2026 Annual Scientific Meeting, November 12-16, 2026 in Phoenix, AZ. It is anticipated that more…
Awards and Lectureships
Read the full articleGold-Headed Cane Award The Gold-Headed Cane Award, voted on by members, honors a Fellow of at least 20 years who… Gold-Headed Cane AwardThe Gold-Headed Cane Award, voted on by members, honors a Fellow of at least 20 years who best demonstrates the pursuit of the…
College State Delegate Job Description
Read the full articleState Delegates serve as the liaisons between local, state and regional societies; the Super Delegates in their region; and HOD… College-appointed State Delegates serve as the liaisons between local, state and regional societies; the Super Delegates in their region; and House of Delegates (HOD)…
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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 Connection Connect to CME and MOC courses, board preparation tools, clinical resources…
Genetic Testing for Primary Immunodeficiencies Yardstick
in Practice Parameter & Yardstick | Resource Type: URLRead the full articleThis yardstick informs clinicians about available methodologies for identifying potential pathogenic variants in patients with presumed primary immunodeficiency disease… …
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…
Read about predictions for urticaria treatment and lung function
Read the full articleThe March 2026 issue of Annals is focused on predictions – predictions for urticaria treatment and lung function.… As spring gets ready to, well, spring, the March issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology has arrived (along with tree pollen)! This month is…
Bipartisan Congressional Doc Caucuses oppose Anthem policy
Read the full articleLearn more...… Members of the House Republican and Democratic “Doc Caucuses” sent a bipartisan letter to the Secretaries of Health and Human Services (HHS), Labor, and Treasury, expressing their concern with a recently announced policy change from Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield stating that…
Pathways to Practice Preview the Application Questions
Read the full articleLearn about eligibility requirements for Training Program Directors and Institutions, FIT Candidates, and Accountability Requirements.… Back to Pathways to Practice Home Page This is a preview of the questions asked in the online application. Please use the Online Form to submit your application. The…
Pathways to Practice: Advancing Excellence One Fellow at a Time
Read the full articleACAAI has launched a new initiative to provide training support for 16 allergy/immunology over a five-year period.… There is a growing shortage of practicing allergists, jeopardizing timely and adequate care for millions of patients. To address this concern, ACAAI launched a new initiative to…
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…
Pathways to Practice Selection Process
Read the full articleEach application is evaluated based on a standardized scoring system. Applications are reviewed and scored by a committee.… Each application is evaluated based on a standardized scoring system. Applications are reviewed by a committee based on the following criteria: Program Accreditation and Reputation (ACGME…
Pathways to Practice Eligibility Criteria and Requirements
Read the full articleLearn about eligibility requirements for Training Program Directors and Institutions, FIT Candidates, and Accountability Requirements.… Back to Pathways to Practice Home Page Requirements for Training Program Directors and Institutions Accreditation and Good Standing The applying fellowship program must be fully accredited by the Accreditation…
Pathways to Practice Rationale
Read the full articleWe can expand training opportunities, increase the number of practicing allergists, and strengthen the specialty’s future.… The United States is confronting a significant shortage of practicing allergists, jeopardizing timely and adequate care for millions of patients. This shortage is exacerbated by the increasing prevalence…
