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…
What happens at an asthma screening?
Read the full articleAn asthma screening includes a patient's history, and using diagnostic testing to determine if there is a possibility of… English Transcript Allergist Benjamin Prince, MD: When I'm seeing a patient that has an underlying concern for asthma, usually the first place I start is…
Un estudio encuentra un vínculo entre los patrones de eczema y la capacidad de los niños para superar las alergias alimentarias
Read the full articleUna nueva investigación sugiere que el momento en que aparece el eczema pueden influir en la capacidad de un niño… ORLANDO (6 de noviembre de 2025) – Una nueva investigación presentada en la Reunión Científica Anual del Colegio Americano de Alergia, Asma e Inmunología (ACAAI)…
Study Finds Link Between Eczema Patterns and Children's Ability to Outgrow Food Allergies
Read the full articleOur findings highlight that eczema may play a role in shaping the development of oral tolerance to food allergens.… ORLANDO (Nov. 6, 2025) – New research presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting suggests that the timing of…
El tratamiento con parche de maní continúa ayudando a los niños pequeños a desarrollar tolerancia de forma segura durante tres años
Read the full articleUn estudio a largo plazo descubrió que un tratamiento con parche de maní continuó ayudando a los niños pequeños a… ORLANDO (6 de noviembre de 2025) – Una nueva investigación presentada en la Reunión Científica Anual de 2025 del Colegio Americano de Alergia, Asma e…
Peanut Patch Treatment Continues to Help Toddlers Safely Build Tolerance Over Three Years
Read the full articleThe goal is to train the immune system to tolerate peanut exposure and reduce the risk of severe allergic reactions… ORLANDO (Nov. 6, 2025) – New research presented at the 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) offers…
Los proyectos de subvenciones comunitarias de ACAAI exploran formas innovadoras de abordar las barreras a la atención médica.
Read the full articleRecibimos una respuesta entusiasta a nuestra convocatoria de propuestas del Programa de Subvenciones Comunitarias, lo que hizo que el proceso… ORLANDO (6 de noviembre de 2025) – A partir de 2021, The Allergists' Foundation, el brazo filantrópico del Colegio Americano de Alergia, Asma e Inmunología…
ACAAI Community Grant Projects Explore Innovative Ways to Address Barriers to Care
Read the full articleWe received an enthusiastic response to our Community Grant Program, which made the selection process exciting and challenging.… ORLANDO (Nov. 6, 2025) – Starting in 2021, The Allergists’ Foundation—the philanthropic arm of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)—began supporting innovative initiatives designed…
Una nueva investigación destaca los problemas en la atención que enfrentan los niños y adolescentes con angioedema hereditario
Read the full articleDos estudios nuevos arrojan luz sobre cómo el angioedema hereditario (AEH) afecta profundamente la vida diaria, el bienestar emocional y… ORLANDO (6 de noviembre de 2025) – Dos estudios nuevos que se presentarán en la Reunión Científica Anual de 2025 del Colegio Americano de Alergia,…
New Research Highlights Care Challenges Faced by Children and Adolescents with Hereditary Angioedema
Read the full articleA study found that adolescents perceived a greater overall impact of HAE on their lives than caregivers reported for younger… ORLANDO (Nov. 6, 2025) – Two new studies being presented at the 2025 American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting in…
Las personas con alergias o eczema podrían enfrentar un mayor riesgo de complicaciones quirúrgicas
Read the full articleLas personas con eczema o afecciones cutáneas similares ya tienen una piel más sensible y un mayor nivel de… ORLANDO (6 de noviembre de 2025) - Dos nuevos estudios que se presentarán en la Reunión Científica Anual de 2025 del Colegio Americano de Alergia, Asma…
People with Allergies or Eczema May Face Higher Risk of Surgical Complications
Read the full articleTwo studies show that people with allergic conditions, including eczema, asthma, and hay fever, may face more problems after… ORLANDO (Nov. 6, 2025) - Two new studies being presented at the 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) show…
Las mujeres embarazadas a menudo no reciben atención especializada sobre alergias
Read the full articleUna nueva investigación sugiere una renuencia entre los obstetras a derivar a sus pacientes embarazadas a especialistas en alergias, incluso… ORLANDO (6 de noviembre de 2025) – Muchas mujeres embarazadas experimentan alergias, asma o reacciones a medicamentos, afecciones que pueden afectar tanto a la madre…
Pregnant Women Often Miss Out on Specialist Allergy Care
Read the full articleAllergy and immunology care in pregnancy is safe and can make a real difference in how women feel. Don't hesitate… ORLANDO (Nov. 6, 2025) – Many pregnant women experience allergies, asthma, or reactions to medications — conditions that can affect both mother and baby if…
Las provocaciones alimentarias orales y la inmunoterapia oral ofrecen esperanza y confianza a las familias que manejan las alergias alimentarias en niños pequeños
Read the full articleDos nuevos estudios destacan la inmunoterapia oral y las provocaciones alimentarias orales (OFC) en niños, mostrando que ambos procedimientos son… ORLANDO (6 de noviembre de 2025) – Dos nuevos estudios que se presentarán en la Reunión Científica Anual del Colegio Americano de Alergia, Asma e…
Oral Food Challenges and Oral Immunotherapy Offer Hope and Confidence for Families Managing Food Allergies in Young Children
Read the full articleTwo new studies show that oral immunotherapy and oral food challenges are safe for young patients and can be life-changing… ORLANDO (Nov. 6, 2025) – Two new studies being presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting in Orlando…
Las redes sociales ayudan y perjudican en la educación sobre alergias y asma
Read the full articleUna nueva investigación revela que si bien estas plataformas dan voz a los pacientes, también amplifican la desinformación.… ORLANDO (6 de noviembre de 2025) – Desde una rara alergia a la carne transmitida por garrapatas hasta el asma cotidiano, millones de personas recurren a las…
Social Media Helps and Hurts When it Comes to Allergy and Asthma Education
Read the full articleNew research reveals that while social media platforms give patients a voice, they also amplify misinformation, and are not always… ORLANDO (Nov. 6, 2025) – From rare tick-borne meat allergy to everyday asthma, millions of people turn to social media for health advice. But new…
Kids with Allergies and Asthma Can Have Fun without the Fright
Read the full articleWhat’s definitely not so fun for parents of kids with food allergies are the potential dangers lurking in Halloween candy… Bwahahahah. Haunted houses, witches, goblins and ghosts – lots of people love the shivers down the spine and scares that come along with Halloween.…
The Allergists’ Foundation Community Grant Program
Read the full articleThe Allergists’ Foundation is focusing its programming on empowering community practicing allergists on the front lines of patient care. We… The Allergists' Foundation is focusing its programming on empowering community practicing allergists on the front lines of patient care. We are funding innovative projects that address barriers…
Spotlight on the Program Directors Committee
Read the full articleThe Training Program Directors Committee oversees the College’s SPARK Program, a vital effort to cultivate new physicians for our… The Training Program Directors (TPD) Committee oversees the College’s SPARK Program, a vital effort to cultivate a pipeline of new physicians for our specialty. The…
Insights on the next ACAAI strategic plan
Read the full articleACAAI Executive Medical Director Dr. Todd Mahr shares his thoughts on the role of committees in our strategic planning… As the College develops its 2027 – 2029 strategic plan, committee input is vital. ACAAI Executive Medical Director Dr. Todd Mahr shares his thoughts on…
Committee voices needed
Read the full articleThe College is developing its next three year strategic plan, which will guide our work from 2027 through 2029.… The College is developing its next three‑year strategic plan, which will guide our work from 2027 through 2029. This plan will serve as a roadmap…
The 2026 Pathways to Practice application site is now open!
Read the full articleSee the application details and eligibility criteria. Interested institutions must apply by April 15.… See the application details and eligibility criteria. Interested institutions must apply by April 15.…
The new era of health AI: what allergists need to know
Read the full articleFor the first time, large scale AI platforms are being built explicitly for health care delivery rather than adapted from… By: Fatima Khan, MD, FACAAI, Chair of AI and Technology Subcommittee The past few months have marked a turning point in the evolution of…
AllergyTalk is now a vodcast
Read the full articleYou’ve heard their voices and trusted their expertise. Now it’s time to see the conversation unfold in the first video… You’ve heard their voices and trusted their expertise. You’ve listened to their professional insights and perspectives. Now it’s time to see the conversation unfold…
Outbreak and Vaccine Resource Center
Read the full articleInformation sources are provided on outbreaks of respiratory illnesses, vaccine recommendations, and vaccine safety communications.… Originally posted June 3, 2025. Last updated: February 12, 2026 Curated by ACAAI to include ready and frequently updated sources for information about outbreaks of respiratory illnesses, vaccine recommendations,…
PowerPoint slides: Penicillin Allergy Identification and Delabeling for PCPs
in Penicillin | Resource Type: PPTRead the full articleOur downloadable set of PowerPoint slides educates PCPs about low-risk penicillin allergy delabeling in their clinic – and when to… Our downloadable set of PowerPoint slides educates PCPs about low-risk penicillin allergy delabeling in their clinic – and when to refer to an allergist.…
Talking points on penicillin allergy - useful for media interviews
in Penicillin | Resource Type: PDFRead the full articleIt’s important to know that up to 90% of people aren’t actually allergic to penicillin. Here are some facts you… It’s important to know that up to 90% of people aren’t actually allergic to penicillin. Here are some facts you should know about penicillin allergy.…
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…
College advocates for asthma APM
Read the full articleThe meeting's purpose was to discuss the status of APMs recommended to CMMI by the HHS Physician Focused Payment Model… Last July, the College joined American Medical Association (AMA) President-elect Jack Resneck, Jr., MD, and a few other specialty society physician leaders in a…
Staff
Read the full articleRick Slawny Executive Director Kevin Bragaw Chief Financial Officer Laurie Novoryta Director of Education Gina Seegers Director of Meetings &… Rick Slawny Executive Director Kevin Bragaw Chief Financial Officer Laurie Novoryta Director of Education Gina Seegers Director of Meetings & Conventions Gina Steiner Director…
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…
Read about atopic dermatitis and itch this month
Read the full articleIt is a timely topic as most of the USA is dealing with very cold weather and dry conditions, and… The current issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology focuses on atopic dermatitis and itch. It is a timely topic as most of…
ACAAI applauds the latest expansion of GME slots
Read the full articleCMS announced the distribution of 400 new federally funded graduate medical education residency positions to hospitals across the country.… In a significant step toward alleviating the nation's growing physician shortage, CMS announced in December the distribution of 400 new federally funded graduate medical education…
Help shape the future of ACAAI!
Read the full articleAs part of ACAAI’s commitment to enhancing your membership experience, we invite you to share your perspective on the College’s resources and where we can better support you. By taking 15 minutes out of your day to share these insights, you’ll…
Apply for leadership positions
Read the full articleFellows: ACAAI is seeking leaders and visionaries to guide the College into the future. Applications are due Feb. 23.… ACAAI Fellows: The College is seeking visionaries to apply for leadership positions. If you have served on ACAAI committees or substantially contributed to other College…
College Leadership Summit
Read the full articleMarch 21-22, 2026 • Hilton Chicago O’Hare Airport, Chicago, IL Supported by: The College’s Leadership Summit offers a unique opportunity… March 21-22, 2026 • Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport, Chicago, IL Supported by: The College’s Leadership Summit offers a unique opportunity for early-career physicians (under the…
Advocacy Alerts
Read the full article2026 President Trump signs minibus bill February 4, 2026 2025 Update on UHC's Policy on Allergen Extracts December 5, 2025 CMS Finalizes 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule November 17, 2025 ALERT: Nevada Medicaid changes its policy on allergenic extract doses October 6, 2025…
