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    Newswise: Prevent Allergy and Asthma Flares at School: Know Your Child’s Triggers
    Released: 1-Aug-2023 9:55 AM EDT
    Prevent Allergy and Asthma Flares at School: Know Your Child’s Triggers
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    Allergies and asthma can significantly impact a child's well-being and academic performance, but with proper preparation and management, they can thrive in the school environment.

    Newswise: Those With Asthma Not at Greater Risk for Severe Disease from COVID-19
    Released: 19-Apr-2022 8:00 AM EDT
    Those With Asthma Not at Greater Risk for Severe Disease from COVID-19
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    Research over the past two years has shown that, contrary to early opinion, asthma doesn’t seem to make COVID-19 more severe or deadly for those who suffer from the disease.

    Released: 14-Apr-2021 8:00 AM EDT
    Does More Pollen Mean Worse Allergy Symptoms? Probably
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    Climate change has made pollen season longer and worse throughout North America - bad news for those who suffer with nasal allergies.

    Released: 15-Sep-2020 1:10 PM EDT
    Experts Urge Those with Asthma to Take Extra Care as Wildfires Burn in Western U.S.
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    As wildfires continue to burn across western U.S. states, those with respiratory illnesses such as asthma need to be alert to the effects of smoke on their breathing.

    Released: 14-Aug-2018 2:05 PM EDT
    Get Ready for Fall Allergies Because They’re Headed Your Way
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    You may not want to think about fall allergies, but if you start planning now, your allergy symptoms will likely be much less severe, and you’ll be able to enjoy the beauty the fall season brings.

    Released: 19-Apr-2017 3:40 PM EDT
    Know What Resources Help Protect Against Asthma Attacks
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month – the perfect time to help your audience discover previously unknown facts about controlling asthma.

    Released: 3-Mar-2016 3:05 PM EST
    Expert Available to Speak on New Studies Examining Early Introduction of Allergenic Foods
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    Two new studies expand on last year's LEAP study which showed that early introduction of peanuts in infants at high risk for allergy can prevent peanut allergy. ACAAI expert available to comment.

    Released: 20-Aug-2012 10:40 AM EDT
    Expert Available to Discuss the Health Hazards of College Living
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    From dust mite infestations to mold and food allergens, college living can be harmful for students' health if the proper steps aren't taken.

    Released: 18-Jul-2012 6:00 PM EDT
    Expert Available to Discuss Oral Immunotherapy Treatment for Food Allergies
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    According to a study released today in The New England Journal of Medicine, oral immunotherapy can desensitize children with an egg allergy ... but is this test treatment safe?

    Released: 16-May-2012 1:25 PM EDT
    Allergist Available to Comment on Increased Asthma Rates
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    Expert alert - Free screening program helps people find out if they are at risk.

    Released: 26-Apr-2012 5:00 PM EDT
    Allergist Available to Discuss Spring Allergies: The Worst is Yet to Come
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    Due to unseasonably warm temperatures earlier this year, 2012 has been boasted as the worst year for allergies. Yet spring has more in store for allergy sufferers as pollen counts in areas of the country begin to peak.

    Released: 17-Feb-2012 12:00 PM EST
    Allergist Available to Discuss Deaths Due to Asthma Attacks
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    The tragic death of journalist Anthony Shadid due to asthma and allergies underscores the realities of these serious diseases. Asthma is responsible for almost 4,000 deaths a year. An asthma attack is often triggered by allergens such as pollen, dust and animal dander.

    Released: 14-Feb-2012 1:55 PM EST
    Allergist Available to Discuss Early Spring Allergy Season
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    Dr. Fineman is available to discuss how the warmer than usual winter season is affecting spring allergy sufferers. Is this happening just in southern states or throughout the country? Will the season last longer this year? When should you start taking your allergy medication? What can you do to find relief?

    Released: 6-Jan-2012 11:30 AM EST
    Seven Year Old Student Dies from Allergic Reaction at School: Allergist Available to Discuss Prevention
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    This week a seven-year-old elementary school student in Chesterfield County, Virginia, died after suffering an allergic reaction at school. Allergist Dr. Stanley Fineman, president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, (ACAAI) is available to discuss the importance of immediate access to epinephrine.

    Released: 30-Nov-2011 8:00 AM EST
    Flu Vaccine Safe for Egg-Allergic: Allergist Available to Discuss New Recommendations
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    With the coughing, sneezing and achy flu season upon us, new recommendations say that even those with egg allergies should receive the flu vaccine.

    Released: 17-Nov-2011 3:25 PM EST
    Allergist Available to Discuss School Access to Emergency Epinephrine Act
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    ACAAI president available for comment on proposed federal legislation encouraging schools to make epinephrine available.

    Released: 21-Jul-2011 1:30 PM EDT
    Allergist Available to Discuss How Excessive Heat Affects Breathing
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    Expert alert - expert available to discuss how high heat hampers breathing.

    Released: 4-May-2011 8:00 AM EDT
    Allergist Available to Discuss New CDC Report on Increase in Asthma and Availability of Free Screenings to Get Disease Under Control
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    Allergist available to discuss new CDC report on increase in asthma and availability of free screenings to get disease under control.

    Released: 28-Apr-2011 12:45 AM EDT
    Thunderstorms, Pollen Spark Asthma Symptoms
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    Allergists can discuss how spring's weather can affect asthma.

    Released: 21-Apr-2011 10:20 AM EDT
    Allergist Available to Discuss ‘Worst Allergy Season Ever’
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    An allergist is available to discuss high pollen counts, how to deal with allergy symptoms.

    Released: 30-Mar-2011 12:10 PM EDT
    Spring Wheezing? Allergist Available to Discuss Asthma, Free Screenings
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    An allergist, is available to comment on asthma and a free screening program.

    Released: 2-Mar-2011 5:35 PM EST
    Allergist Available to Discuss FDA Removal of Unapproved Allergy Medications From Market
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    Allergist expert available to discuss the FDA's removal of allergy medications from the market and what impact it may have on patients with allergies.

    1-Dec-2010 1:25 PM EST
    Allergist Experts, including a Primary Author, Available to Discuss First of Kind, New Food Allergy Guidelines
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    Food allergy experts from the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) are available to comment as the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) releases the Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Food Allergy on December 6. The ACAAI was one of more than 30 professional organizations, federal agencies and lay organizations who collaborated on the development of these recommendations.

    Released: 9-Apr-2010 2:35 PM EDT
    Record Pollen Season Brings Misery Across Country - Allergists Offer Survival Tips
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    With record high tree pollen counts, spring allergy sufferes can find relief. In fact, a consumer survey found that those who had seen an allergist were nearly three times more likely to say their treatment was effective than those who took over-the-counter medicine.

    Released: 10-Mar-2010 11:15 AM EST
    Allergist Expert Onsite at the FDA Advisory Committee Meeting on LABAs
    American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

    ACAAI executive medical director will present comments to the FDA Advisory Committee meeting on long acting beta-2 adrenergic agonists (LABA's) on Thursday, 3/11.


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