Ethan W.
Read the full articleLisa W.’s family was on a fall vacation when her son, Ethan, started having trouble breathing. “It was our first… Lisa W.'s family was on a fall vacation when her son, Ethan, started having trouble breathing. "It was our first night in a hotel room…
Laura, Emily and Collin S.
Read the full articleLaura S., and her two children, Emily, 16, and Collin, 13, have seen firsthand that each person’s asthma story is… Laura S., and her two children, Emily, 16, and Collin, 13, have seen firsthand that each person's asthma story is different and how an allergist…
Ben D.
Read the full articleFor a long time, Ben and his parents did not know what was wrong with him, why he couldn’t keep… For a long time, Ben and his parents did not know what was wrong with him, why he couldn't keep up with the other 10-year-olds…
Taylor H.
Read the full articleTaylor is an outgoing and active 7-year-old who enjoys playing ball, cheerleading and dancing, and will soon be earning her… Taylor is an outgoing and active 7-year-old who enjoys playing ball, cheerleading and dancing, and will soon be earning her purple belt in karate. But…
Cameron L.
Read the full articleGoing to Washington, D.C., to watch Congress in action is something many 9-year-olds would find exciting. When Cameron has visited… Going to Washington, D.C., to watch Congress in action is something many 9-year-olds would find exciting. When Cameron has visited Washington, he went not as…
Doug L.
Read the full articleAsthma and allergies used to slow down 54-year-old cyclist Doug. He would limit his rides depending on weather or if… Asthma and allergies used to slow down 54-year-old cyclist Doug. He would limit his rides depending on weather or if he felt the onset of…
Fran H.
Read the full articleFran is in control of her allergies, but that wasn’t always the case. Five years ago Fran developed a chronic… Fran is in control of her allergies, but that wasn't always the case.Five years ago Fran developed a chronic cough that wouldn't respond to treatment…
Gerri R.
Read the full articleIt took Gerri 27 years to find relief. Despite suffering severe allergies since birth, Gerri never thought to visit an… It took Gerri 27 years to find relief.Despite suffering severe allergies since birth, Gerri never thought to visit an allergist. She figured her only remedy…
Jonathon M.
Read the full articleThere’s no place Jonathon M. would rather be than on the soccer field. The 10-year-old “sleeps, eats and drinks soccer,”… There's no place Jonathon M. would rather be than on the soccer field. The 10-year-old "sleeps, eats and drinks soccer," according to his mom, Carol.But…
Josh C.
Read the full articleJosh is a typical 12-year-old who likes to play basketball and video games and swim in the summer. If you… Josh is a typical 12-year-old who likes to play basketball and video games and swim in the summer. If you saw him today, it may…
Karen H.
Read the full articleAfter 17 years in her current job, Karen is transitioning into an exciting new position thanks in part to the… After 17 years in her current job, Karen is transitioning into an exciting new position thanks in part to the confidence and energy she gained…
Recommendations on the use of face masks to reduce COVID-19 transmission
Read the full articleAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues, and recommendations and requirements about face coverings continue to evolve, we know some patients with… As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, and recommendations and requirements about face coverings continue to evolve, we know some patients with asthma have questions about wearing…
HHS: Providers can delegate privacy breach reporting to Change Healthcare
Read the full articleCovered entities can delegate patient notifications required as a result of the Feb. 21 Change Healthcare breach to Change Healthcare… On the evening of May 31, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Civil Rights (OCR) clarified that covered entities can…
Attend the World Allergy Congress 2024: Sept. 27-29, Lisbon, Portugal
Read the full articleThe WAC 2024 will provide participants with invaluable resources through sessions on the latest scientific developments and in-depth reviews.… …
FITs – Apply for Annual Meeting scholarships and awards
Read the full articleThe College offers scholarships for Annual Meeting attendance and awards for research abstracts. Apply now!… The College offers scholarships for Annual Meeting attendance and awards for research abstracts. Apply now! Fellows-in-Training – apply for a scholarship to attend the 2024 ACAAI Annual Meeting in…
CMS adds cyberattack hardship option to MIPS Emergency Application
Read the full articlePractices have until Dec. 31 to file a hardship application and avoid a 2026 MIPS negative payment adjustment.… Good news for allergists! If you were severely impacted by the Change Healthcare cyberattack, you now have the option to cite the Change Healthcare cyberattack when…
Webinar: Government Regulations and Allergy: Are You Compliant?
Read the full articleGet practical information on cybersecurity, No Surprises Act/good faith estimates, information blocking, informed consent and OSHA.… Get practical information on cybersecurity, No Surprises Act/good faith estimates, information blocking, informed consent and OSHA.…
Woman in Allergy Award Committee
Read the full articleThe Woman in Allergy Award Committee recommends up to three candidates for the annual Woman in Allergy Award to the… The Woman in Allergy Award Committee recommends up to three candidates for the annual Woman in Allergy Award to the Nominating Council.…
Women in Allergy Committee
Read the full articleThe Women in Allergy Committee promotes involvement and adequate representation of female allergists in the College’s activities, Committees and… The Women in Allergy Committee promotes involvement and adequate representation of female allergists in the College’s activities, Committees and leadership. …
Atopic dermatitis and asthma highlight the May-June issue of AllergyWatch
Read the full articleIn this issue, you’ll find a summary of the latest topical and systemic treatment guidelines for atopic dermatitis from the… The latest issue of AllergyWatch reviews articles in a concise and efficient manner to get you the information you need. In this issue, you’ll…
Senate Finance Committee releases white paper on Medicare payment reform
Read the full articleWhile the paper does not make specific policy recommendations, it explains the policy issues the committee has identified and its… The Senate Finance Committee has released a white paper titled Bolstering Chronic Care through Physician Payment: Current Challenges and Policy Options in Medicare Part…
National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month is winding down
Read the full articleThere is still time to promote Board-certified, fellowship-trained allergists – and the relief allergists can provide for allergy symptoms.… National Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month may be winding down, but there is still time to promote the expertise of Board-certified, fellowship-trained allergists – and…
The Federal Trade Commission’s ban on non-competes
Read the full articleThe final rule is effective September 4, 2024. However, several lawsuits have been filed to halt the implementation of this… On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) issued a controversial final rule that will ban employers nationwide from incorporating non-compete clauses in…
2024 FDA listening session on compounding
Read the full articleTwo College leaders attended the US Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) annual Compounding Listening Session on Friday, May 17.… Two College leaders -- Todd Mahr, MD, FACAAI, Executive Medical Director, and J. Allen Meadows, MD, FACAAI, Executive Director of Advocacy and Government Affairs --…
Get informed about informed consent
Read the full articleAn informed consent discussion can clarify treatment options and risks for the patient and prevent misunderstandings.… Pop quiz: What is informed consent, when is it required for allergy practices, and how exactly should it be done? Some physicians and practices have adopted a casual…
May’s issue of Annals focuses on allergies in young adults and also asthma
Read the full articleOne insightful article includes a perspective that discusses which patients might benefit from omalizumab treatment for food allergy.… As spring rolls into summer and the school year will be ending soon, the current issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology focuses on two…
Congratulate Award winners
Read the full articleAward recipients will be honored for their contributions to the College and the specialty during the ACAAI 2021 Annual Scientific Meeting. The Gold Headed Cane will be presented at the Opening Ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 6, and the other award recipients will be recognized…
The Gold Headed Cane – An award of excellence and tradition
Read the full articleThree nominees have been selected for the 2019 Gold Headed Cane award, one of the most prestigious awards the College… Three nominees have been selected for the 2019 Gold Headed Cane award, one of the most prestigious awards the College offers. The Nominees this year…
The Gold Headed Cane – an award of excellence and tradition
Read the full articleTwo nominees have been selected for consideration for the 2020 Gold Headed Cane award, one of the most prestigious awards… Two nominees have been selected for consideration for the 2020 Gold Headed Cane award, one of the most prestigious awards the College offers. The nominees…
AllergyWatch covers important ABAI CAP articles
Read the full articleDid you complete the most recent ABAI CAP cycle? Were you able to read all of the key articles in… Did you complete the most recent ABAI Continuous Assessment Program (CAP) cycle? Were you able to read all of the key articles in the…
Read in-depth research on AERD
Read the full articleWhere has the month gone? Hopefully by now things have bottomed out temperature-wise (and snow-wise) for those of you who have to go through that sort of thing. We do not get much snow down south in Mississippi, but our pollen season…
