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Released: 5-Dec-2019 11:30 AM EST
Prenatal and Early Life Exposure to Multiple Air Pollutants Increases Odds of Toddler Allergies
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new article in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology shows a significant association between multiple prenatal and early life exposures to indoor pollutants and the degree of allergic sensitivity in 2-year-olds.

Released: 18-Nov-2019 12:35 PM EST
Keeping Allergies and Asthma at Bay is the Best Holiday Gift
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

The holidays can be tough to navigate for those with allergies and asthma. There are steps you can take to make your celebrations more fun and joy-filled for the whole family.

31-Oct-2019 8:00 AM EDT
J. Allen Meadows Instalado como Presidente de ACAAI
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

J. Allen Meadows, MD, Montgomery, AL, fue instalado como presidente de la American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology en la reunión científica anual ACAAI en Houston, en Noviembre 11.

31-Oct-2019 8:00 AM EDT
Allen Meadows Installed as ACAAI President
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

J. Allen Meadows, MD, Montgomery, AL, was installed as president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology at the ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting in Houston on November 11.

31-Oct-2019 8:10 AM EDT
Antecedentes familiares de cáncer asociados con el diagnóstico de asma en niños
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Nuevo estudio muestra una asociación entre antecedentes familiares de cáncer y un diagnóstico de asma infantil.

31-Oct-2019 8:20 AM EDT
Resumen de noticias: Noticias de última hora sobre las pruebas orales de alimentos
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Dos casos médicamente desafiantes serán presentados en la reunión científica anual de American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) que contienen nueva información sobre los beneficios de los desafíos de comida oral cuando existe un diagnostico de alergias alimenticias.

31-Oct-2019 8:15 AM EDT
Resumen de noticias: Noticias de última hora sobre la alergia a la penicilina
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Tres nuevos estudios siendo presentados en la reunión científica anual de American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) presentan nueva información en alergias a la penicilina.

31-Oct-2019 8:15 AM EDT
Resumen de Noticias: Noticias de última hora sobre cómo la dieta prenatal, el modo de parto y las prácticas de alimentación infantil se relacionan con las alergias pediátricas
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Dos nuevos estudios contienen nueva información de como la dieta prenatal, el método de parto, y las practicas alimenticias en infantes pueden afectar el riesgo de alergias.

31-Oct-2019 8:05 AM EDT
Pacientes de alergia pediátrica igualmente satisfechos con la telemedicina y citas en persona
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Nuevo estudio muestra que la mayoría de padres de pacientes pediátricos están más o igualmente satisfechos con el tratamiento recibido por sus hijos en visitas tele medicas para alergias y asma.

31-Oct-2019 8:00 AM EDT
Los datos alternativos de las redes sociales sobre las alergias alimentarias pueden afectar negativamente las decisiones médicas
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Los mitos en redes sociales y la desinformación acerca de alergias a los alimentos tienen impacto negativo en decisiones medicas hechas por personas con alergias a los alimentos

   
31-Oct-2019 8:00 AM EDT
Las vacunas para la alergia pueden ser un tratamiento eficaz para el síndrome de alergia alimentaria al polen pediátrico
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Nuevo estudio muestra que las vacunas contra la alergia (inmunoterapia subcutánea) pueden ser efectivas para reducir síntomas de PFAS para pacientes pediátricos.

31-Oct-2019 8:00 AM EDT
News Roundup: Breaking News on Oral Food Challenges
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Two medically challenging cases being presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting contain new information on the benefits of oral food challenges when diagnosing food allergies.

31-Oct-2019 8:00 AM EDT
Social Media Alternative Facts on Food Allergies Can Negatively Impact Medical Decisions
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Social media myths and misinformation about food allergies have a negative impact on medical decisions made by people with food allergies

31-Oct-2019 8:00 AM EDT
Family History of Cancer Associated with Asthma Diagnosis in Children
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new study shows an association between a family history of cancer and a childhood asthma diagnosis.

31-Oct-2019 8:00 AM EDT
Pediatric Allergy Patients Equally Satisfied with Telemedicine and In-Person Appointments
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new study showed most parents of pediatric patients were more or equally satisfied with the treatment their children received during telemedicine visits for allergies and asthma.

31-Oct-2019 8:00 AM EDT
News Roundup: Breaking News on How Prenatal Diet, Delivery Mode and Infant Feeding Practices Relate to Pediatric Allergies
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Two new studies contain new information on how prenatal diet, the way the baby is delivered, and infant feeding practices can affect the risk of allergy.

31-Oct-2019 8:00 AM EDT
Allergy Shots May be an Effective Treatment for Pediatric Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new study shows that allergy shots (subcutaneous immunotherapy) can be effective in reducing PFAS symptoms for pediatric patients.

31-Oct-2019 8:00 AM EDT
News Roundup: Breaking News on Penicillin Allergy
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Three new studies being presented American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting present new information on penicillin allergy.

Released: 9-Oct-2019 10:05 AM EDT
Hidden Halloween Allergy and Asthma Triggers Are Truly Frightful
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Peanuts in candy bars aren’t the only hidden allergens kids with allergies and asthma need to watch for to stay alert to Halloween frights.

12-Sep-2019 10:05 AM EDT
Racism a Factor in Asthma Control for Young African American Children
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new article in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology shows an association between African American parents/guardians who have experienced the chronic stress associated with exposure to racism and poor asthma control in their young children.

Released: 7-Aug-2019 10:05 AM EDT
Leaves are Falling. Autumn is Calling. So are Fall Allergies
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

While symptoms for each allergy season may be similar, the treatment can look very different, particularly if immunotherapy is an option.

Released: 11-Jul-2019 11:05 AM EDT
Don’t Let Back to School Mean Back to Allergy and Asthma Symptoms
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

When school starts in the fall, classrooms are often filled with allergic triggers kids don’t face at home, causing parents to see a return of allergy and asthma symptoms they haven’t seen since school let out for the summer.

Released: 10-Jul-2019 4:40 PM EDT
Despite Reports of Shortages, Epinephrine Autoinjectors are Available
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Despite the shortage of EpiPens over the last year, other autoinjectors are available in pharmacies and should be considered by anyone who has a severe allergy that might result in anaphylaxis.

Released: 10-Jun-2019 12:05 PM EDT
Make Sure Your Red, White and Blue Celebration is Allergy- and Asthma-Free
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

If red, white and blue equals hives, tissues and shortness of breath due to asthma, your Fourth of July celebration isn’t headed in the right direction.

Released: 1-May-2019 11:05 AM EDT
Preparation is Key as You Head to College with Allergies and Asthma
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Feeling as though there are too many things to think about as you plan your transition from high school senior to college freshman?

25-Apr-2019 8:00 AM EDT
Confidence in Asthma Inhaler Technique Doesn’t Match Actual Skills
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Many kids with asthma don’t know how to properly use their inhaler. A new study finds that both kids and parents have misplaced confidence in their inhaler technique.

Released: 17-Apr-2019 10:05 AM EDT
You Can’t Exercise if You Have Asthma – And Other Myths You Should Know
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month – the perfect time to bust some asthma myths that have been around for many years.

28-Mar-2019 12:40 PM EDT
New Research shows 73 Percent of Allergists Prescribe Under-the-Tongue Allergy Tablets
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new study shows most American allergists now prescribe under-the-tongue allergy tablets for patients to treat certain allergies.

7-Mar-2019 9:00 AM EST
Academic Performance of Urban Children with Asthma Worse Than Peers Without Asthma
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new study shows urban children with poorly controlled asthma, particularly those who are ethnic minorities, suffer academically. Kids who are kept home due to asthma symptoms often aren’t able to do as well in the classroom.

Released: 26-Feb-2019 7:00 AM EST
Spring Cleaning: Clear Your House and Your Nasal Passages
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Cleaning your house of allergens that have built up over the winter can help ease spring allergy symptoms.

Released: 12-Feb-2019 8:00 AM EST
Boy Scout Motto – Be Prepared – Works for Parents of Campers with Allergies and Asthma
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Sending kids with allergies and asthma off to summer camp takes an extra dose of planning.

Released: 25-Jan-2019 11:05 AM EST
Asthma Controller Step Down Yardstick - Treatment Guidance for When Asthma Improves
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

The focus for asthma treatment is often stepping up treatment, but clinicians need to know how to step down therapy when symptoms improve.

Released: 21-Jan-2019 11:05 AM EST
Surprise Your Valentine While Keeping Them Allergy and Asthma Free
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Valentine's Day tips for keeping loved ones with allergies and asthma sneeze and wheeze free

Released: 9-Jan-2019 4:50 PM EST
Texas School District Risks Children’s Lives by Using Benadryl Instead of Stock Epinephrine
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology strongly urges the Weatherford Independent School District to reconsider their decision to use Benadryl in place of epinephrine for allergic reactions.

Released: 26-Nov-2018 10:05 AM EST
Simplify the Holidays: Reducing Stress Could Cut Allergy and Asthma Symptoms
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

If you can reduce the overall stress that comes with the holidays, maybe you can also cut down your allergy and asthma symptoms

Released: 19-Nov-2018 10:00 AM EST
Patient Advocates, Medical Professionals and Industry Stakeholders Unite to Curb Oral Corticosteroid Overexposure in Asthma Treatment
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Chronic use of oral corticosteroids to treat moderate-to-severe asthma flares creates the potential for serious health risks.

13-Nov-2018 12:00 PM EST
New Treatment to Protect People with Peanut Allergies ready for FDA Review
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Final research results for a new treatment for protection against accidental exposure to peanut were presented today at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting and published in the New England Journal of Medicine.

8-Nov-2018 8:00 AM EST
Milk Allergy Affects Half of U.S. Food-Allergic Kids Under Age One
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

New research found that over two percent of all U.S. children under the age of 5 have a milk allergy, and 53 percent of food-allergic infants under age 1 have a cow’s milk allergy.

8-Nov-2018 8:00 AM EST
Sucking Your Baby’s Pacifier to Clean It May Prevent Allergies
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

New research suggests a link between parental sucking on a pacifier and a lower allergic response among young children.

8-Nov-2018 8:00 AM EST
Secondhand Marijuana Smoke Causes Asthma Symptoms in Child Allergic to Cannabis
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

New research shows it’s possible for both children and adults with uncontrolled asthma to find their symptoms worsening due to cannabis allergy and exposure to marijuana smoke.

8-Nov-2018 8:00 AM EST
Caregiver’s Poor Knowledge of Asthma Means Longer Hospital Stay for Child
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

New research shows children of caregivers with poor asthma knowledge were four times more likely to have a prolonged hospital stay. A “prolonged” stay was defined as more than two days.

8-Nov-2018 8:00 AM EST
Will Your Epinephrine Auto Injector Still Work if it Gets Frozen?
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

What happens if you leave your epinephrine auto injector in your car in winter and it freezes? More than likely it will still work, according to new research.

8-Nov-2018 8:00 AM EST
Safest Way to Dine Out for Those with Food Allergies is Using up to 15 Strategies
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

New research examined what tools people who have food allergies use to prevent allergic reactions at restaurants.

8-Nov-2018 8:00 AM EST
Your Severe Eczema May Best be Treated by Allergy Shots
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

New research found allergy shots provided significant benefits to the eczema symptoms suffered by a 48-year-old man.

Released: 8-Nov-2018 12:05 PM EST
ACAAI Warns Against Stopping Use of Your Prescription Asthma Medication for Primatene Mist
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology warns those with asthma not to stop using their prescription medications in favor of Primatene Mist.

Released: 3-Oct-2018 11:05 AM EDT
Got Teens with Allergies and Asthma? They want Halloween Fun Too
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

For teens with allergies and asthma, a few extra Halloween precautions need to be put in place to keep them safe from triggers that can send them down a path of sneezing, wheezing or coughing.

11-Sep-2018 12:05 PM EDT
New Study Shows Eczema in African Americans is More Difficult to Treat
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new study published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology suggests African Americans have greater treatment challenges with AD than European Americans and require higher doses of some medications to get relief.

5-Sep-2018 10:25 AM EDT
What is Shared Decision-Making and How Does It Work for Allergists?
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new article published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, walks allergists and other health care providers through the steps involved in shared decision-making (SDM). It also details what is, and what is not, SDM.

Released: 17-Aug-2018 2:30 PM EDT
Autoinjector Shortage? Alternatives Are Available
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

The media is reporting a shortage for EpiPens just as the new school year is starting - but the good news is that alternatives are available.



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