Thunderstorms Linked to Surge in Asthma ER Visits, New Study Shows
Read the full articleThe average number of asthma visits was nearly 18 per day during thunderstorms, compared to just 3 on non-storm… ORLANDO (Nov. 6, 2025) – A new study finds that thunderstorms can trigger sharp increases in asthma-related emergency department (ED) visits, underscoring the importance of storm…
2025 ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting Newsroom
Read the full articleLearn about important news from the ACAAI 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting, held Nov. 6-10, in Orlando, Florida.… 2025 Annual Meeting Press Kit The ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting is your best resource for what’s happening in the world of allergies and asthma. News Releases Cherie Zachary,…
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…
What Conditions Do Immunologists Treat?
Read the full articleIf you or your child has persistent infections, unexplained inflammation, or symptoms that haven’t responded to typical care, early intervention… When your immune system is not working properly, it can lead to a variety of health problems. Some people get sick more often or take…
Marketing and Patient Materials Toolkit
Read the full articleMarketing your practice has never been easier. Simply download the resources in this toolkit, distribute them to your patients, community… There are no better advocates for promoting your practice and the role of allergists in your community than you, your staff and your patients.…
CMS Seeks Input on Modernizing Allergy Immunotherapy Billing Policy
Read the full articleCMS has taken an encouraging step toward modernizing Medicare's allergy immunotherapy billing policies.… …
UnitedHealthcare announces new allergy testing policy
Read the full articleUnitedHealthcare (UHC) has released a new reimbursement policy titled, "Allergen Testing Policy, Professional and Facility.”… UnitedHealthcare (UHC) has released a new reimbursement policy titled, "Allergen Testing Policy, Professional and Facility" that becomes effective Sept. 1, 2026 (Oct. 1, 2026, in Arkansas, Colorado, Kentucky, Nebraska,…
Kathleen R. May, MD, FACAAI, Gold Headed Cane Award nominee
Read the full articleIt has been a tremendous privilege to hold many "hats" over a career of service to the College and our… I am honored and humbled to be considered for this year's ACAAI Gold Headed Cane Award, which coincides with my 30th anniversary as a…
Learn about the intersection of allergies and autoimmunity and autoinflammatory diseases
Read the full articleThis month in Annals, a Master Clinician Series article explores strategies to reduce needle anxiety in pediatric patients.… Summer is in full swing, and this month Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology focuses on the intersection of allergies and autoimmunity and autoinflammatory diseases. The…
CMS proposes sweeping expansion of Medicare enrollment revocation authority
Read the full articleThe proposed rule is currently open for public comment, and ACAAI’s Advocacy Council is preparing comments.… The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed one of the most significant expansions of its Medicare enrollment enforcement authority in recent years. Although the proposals…
The College is your professional home
Read the full articleWhat if you had a home base for everything you need as an allergist/immunologist? The College is the home for… What if you had a home base for everything you need as an allergist/immunologist? That place exists — and you’ve got the keys to…
Stay up to date with allergy and immunology in Africa
Read the full articleAFRICALLI is focused on strengthening care and outcomes for people living with allergic and immunologic conditions across Africa.… AFRICALLI is a pan‑African alliance for allergy and clinical immunology that’s focused on strengthening care and outcomes for people living with allergic and immunologic conditions across Africa.…
Preparing for the road ahead
Read the full articleBehind the scenes, the committee is carefully reviewing applications and determining placements across our 40+ committees.… Summer is in full swing and so is the work of the Appointments Committee. Behind the scenes, the committee is carefully reviewing applications and determining placements across our…
Annual Meeting Site Selection Committee
Read the full articleThe Annual Meeting Site Selection Committee recommends potential cities and sites to hold future Annual Meetings. The Annual Meeting Site… The Annual Meeting Site Selection Committee recommends potential cities and sites to hold future Annual Meetings. The Annual Meeting Site Selection Committee is composed of…
Deadlines for accessibility requirements
Read the full articleIf your practice accepts Medicare or Medicaid payments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act will likely apply to you.… If your practice accepts Medicare or Medicaid payments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act will likely apply to you. In 2024, the Department of Health…
Racial Disparities in Asthma and Allergic Diseases
in AnnalsRead the full articleExplore research and perspectives from the Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology about racial disparities in asthma and allergic… Explore research and perspectives from Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology: Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Subcutaneous Allergen Immunotherapy for Pediatric Patients With Allergic Rhinitis (November…
Recent ACAAI leadership decisions – Summer 2026
Read the full articleThe following are some of the key actions taken by the ACAAI Board of Regents and Executive Committee at recent… The following are some of the key actions taken by the ACAAI Board of Regents and Executive Committee at recent meetings. Endorsed FARE’s web-based…
Spotlight on the Women in Allergy Committee
Read the full articleThe Women in Allergy Committee is dedicated to providing practical tools, resources and mentorship opportunities.… The Women in Allergy Committee is dedicated to providing practical tools, resources and mentorship opportunities to help women allergists navigate the various stages of their careers. One of the…
How the College is embracing AI
Read the full articleArtificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing healthcare, leaving many allergists wondering how to safely adapt to this technology.… Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing healthcare, leaving many allergists wondering how to safely adapt to this technology. The College’s Executive Medical Director, Dr. Todd Mahr,…
Daniel Ein, MD, FACAAI Emeritus, Gold Headed Cane Award nominee
Read the full articleMembership in the College, for me, has been and continues to be, a much-cherished privilege.… I am truly honored and humbled to be nominated for this prestigious award. To be included in the illustrious group of colleagues who have been nominated before me is…
William K. Dolen, MD, FACAAI Emeritus, Gold Headed Cane Award nominee
Read the full articleI felt especially aligned with the College because of its straightforward meeting format, strong emphasis on clinical science, and… Being nominated for the College’s Gold Headed Cane award is a profound honor. My first College meeting was in 1984 when I was a FIT.…
July 10 is Chronic Disease Day
Read the full articleAllergists treat many chronic conditions – and your College membership provides resources to help you bring relief to your… July 10 is Chronic Disease Day. Have you maximized your College membership by accessing toolkits and other educational resources on the chronic conditions you treat?…
AI Insights
Read the full articleStart using AI today – our quick videos show you how If you’re wondering where to start when it comes… Start using AI today - our quick videos show you how If you’re wondering where to start when it comes to Augmented Intelligence (AI),…
Human Resources Toolkit
Read the full articleLearn how to attract the best talent and motivate, develop and retain your employees. Find HR resources and sample documents… Great employees make all the difference in your practice. Make sure you’re hiring the best candidates, setting them up for success and continually motivating and…
