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Newswise: A Short Chat Goes a Long Way Toward Keeping Halloween Safe for Kids with Allergies and Asthma
Released: 3-Oct-2023 8:00 AM EDT
A Short Chat Goes a Long Way Toward Keeping Halloween Safe for Kids with Allergies and Asthma
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

At Halloween, if your child has allergies or asthma, they need to be aware of necessary precautions to keep them safe from sudden flares.

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: Prevent Red, White and Achoo this Fourth of July
Released: 27-Jun-2023 8:00 AM EDT
Prevent Red, White and Achoo this Fourth of July
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

July 4th festivities mean those with allergies and asthma need to take a few extra precautions to make sure their holiday is safe, and sneeze- and wheeze-free.

Newswise: For Allergy and Asthma Sufferers, Climate Change Means Worse Symptoms and Harsher Season
Released: 11-Apr-2023 8:00 AM EDT
For Allergy and Asthma Sufferers, Climate Change Means Worse Symptoms and Harsher Season
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. Experts from the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology caution that pollen season is starting earlier and lasting longer than in past decades.

Newswise: Survey of Allergists/Immunologists Reveals Management of Hereditary Angioedema Differs by Region
Released: 5-Apr-2023 8:00 AM EDT
Survey of Allergists/Immunologists Reveals Management of Hereditary Angioedema Differs by Region
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new survey of allergists/immunologists from the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology shows that diagnosing, treating and managing hereditary angioedema can be challenging for patients and healthcare providers - including patients in rural areas. An article about the survey is published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, ACAAI’s scientific journal.

Newswise: Summer Camp Goals for Kids with Allergies and Asthma: Stay Safe and Have Fun
Released: 7-Mar-2023 8:00 AM EST
Summer Camp Goals for Kids with Allergies and Asthma: Stay Safe and Have Fun
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Parents of children with allergies and asthma often face an added layer of concern about summer camp as they wonder how they will keep their kids safe from allergy and asthma flares, while allowing them to have great summer fun.

Newswise: Want More Than Romance This Valentine’s Day? Halt Spring Allergy Symptoms Before They Start
Released: 24-Jan-2023 8:00 AM EST
Want More Than Romance This Valentine’s Day? Halt Spring Allergy Symptoms Before They Start
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Spring allergy symptoms will start to appear soon in parts of the country. Many allergists advise their patients to set a reminder for Valentine’s Day to start taking allergy medications.

Newswise: Experts Tackle Racial Disparities Affecting People with Allergic Conditions
Released: 11-Jan-2023 10:45 AM EST
Experts Tackle Racial Disparities Affecting People with Allergic Conditions
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A special article in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology reports on the findings of a roundtable discussion that focused on challenges that people with skin of color with atopic dermatitis and food allergy often experience based on their skin type, their comfort level with health care providers, where they live, and many other sociodemographic factors.

Released: 20-Dec-2022 8:00 AM EST
Two Yardsticks Published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology – Third on the Way
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Two new yardsticks, Clinical Guidance for the Use of Dupilumab in Eosinophilic Esophagitis: and A Yardstick and Yardstick for Managing Cough. Part 1: in Adults and Adolescent Patients >14 years of age have been published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, ACAAI’s scientific journal.

Newswise: Make Stock Resolutions “New” by Addressing Your Allergies and Asthma
Released: 13-Dec-2022 8:00 AM EST
Make Stock Resolutions “New” by Addressing Your Allergies and Asthma
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Four New Year’s resolutions from the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology that those who suffer from allergies or asthma may want to consider.

Newswise: Allergies and Asthma Shouldn’t Prevent Comfort and Joy this Holiday Season
Released: 17-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EST
Allergies and Asthma Shouldn’t Prevent Comfort and Joy this Holiday Season
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Keep allergy and asthma triggers top of mind as you map out what your holidays will look like this year.

Newswise: Kathleen May fue designada como presidenta del ACAAI
4-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EDT
Kathleen May fue designada como presidenta del ACAAI
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

La alergista Kathleen May, MD, de Augusta, GA, fue designada como presidenta del Colegio Americano de Alergia, Asma e Inmunología en la Reunión Científica Anual del ACAAI, el 13 de noviembre en Louisville, KY.

Newswise: Kathleen May Installed as ACAAI President
4-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EDT
Kathleen May Installed as ACAAI President
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Allergist Kathleen May, MD, of Augusta, GA was installed as president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology at the ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting on November 13 in Louisville, KY.

Newswise: Incluso en los estados con leyes estrictas sobre el albuterol de reserva, los administradores escolares temen la responsabilidad
4-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EDT
Incluso en los estados con leyes estrictas sobre el albuterol de reserva, los administradores escolares temen la responsabilidad
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Un nuevo estudio que se presenta en la Reunión Científica Anual del ACAAI muestra que incluso en los estados con fuertes leyes de inhaladores/albuterol de reserva, los administradores escolares y los médicos prescriptores temen la responsabilidad al prescribir y administrar los inhaladores de reserva.

Newswise: Un nuevo estudio identifica la actividad sexual como desencadenante del asma
4-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EDT
Un nuevo estudio identifica la actividad sexual como desencadenante del asma
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Un nuevo estudio que se presenta en la Reunión Científica Anual del ACAAI muestra que el sexo puede ser un desencadenante no diagnosticado de las exacerbaciones del asma.

Newswise: Only 52% of Adults with Severe Food Allergy Have Been Prescribed an Epinephrine Auto Injector
4-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EDT
Only 52% of Adults with Severe Food Allergy Have Been Prescribed an Epinephrine Auto Injector
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new study being presented at this year’s ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting shows that only half of food allergic adult patients have immediate access to epinephrine, and 36% of adults believe epinephrine auto injectors can cause negative or life-threatening effects.

Newswise: Solo al 52 % de los adultos con alergia grave a los alimentos se le ha prescrito un autoinyector de epinefrina
4-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EDT
Solo al 52 % de los adultos con alergia grave a los alimentos se le ha prescrito un autoinyector de epinefrina
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Un nuevo estudio que se presenta en la Reunión científica anual del ACAAI muestra que solo la mitad de los pacientes adultos alérgicos a los alimentos tienen acceso inmediato a la epinefrina y que el 36 % de los adultos creen que los autoinyectores de epinefrina pueden causar efectos negativos o potencialmente mortales.

Newswise: New Study Identifies Sexual Activity as Asthma Trigger
4-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EDT
New Study Identifies Sexual Activity as Asthma Trigger
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new study being presented at this year’s ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting in Louisville, KY, shows that sex can be an undiagnosed trigger for asthma exacerbations.

Newswise: Even in States with Strong Stock Albuterol Laws, School Administrators Fear Liability
4-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EDT
Even in States with Strong Stock Albuterol Laws, School Administrators Fear Liability
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new study being presented at this year’s ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting shows that even in states with strong stock inhaler/albuterol laws, school administrators and prescribing clinicians fear liability in prescribing and administering the stock inhalers.

Newswise: Smartphones are Reservoirs of Allergens According to New Research
4-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EDT
Smartphones are Reservoirs of Allergens According to New Research
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new study being presented at this year’s ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting in Louisville, KY, showed elevated levels of cat and dog allergens, as well as β-D glucans (BDG) and endotoxin on simulated phone models.

Newswise: Los teléfonos inteligentes son depósitos de alérgenos
4-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EDT
Los teléfonos inteligentes son depósitos de alérgenos
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Un nuevo estudio que se presenta en la Reunión Científica Anual del ACAAI de este año muestra niveles elevados de alérgenos de gatos y perros, así como de glucanos β-D y endotoxinas en modelos telefónicos simulados.

Newswise: 86.4 % de los bebés con anafilaxia recibieron epinefrina de manera adecuada
4-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EDT
86.4 % de los bebés con anafilaxia recibieron epinefrina de manera adecuada
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Un nuevo estudio que se presentó en la Reunión Científica Anual del ACAAI de este año muestra que de los bebés de 0 a 24 meses que acudieron al servicio de urgencias por anafilaxia, pocos requirieron hospitalización y la mayoría pudo irse a casa después de unas horas de observación.

Newswise: El tratamiento CRISPR reduce la inflamación en pacientes con angioedema hereditario
4-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EDT
El tratamiento CRISPR reduce la inflamación en pacientes con angioedema hereditario
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Un nuevo estudio que se presenta en la Reunión Científica Anual del ACAAI de este año muestra que un tratamiento que usa una tecnología de edición genética de repeticiones palindrómicas cortas, agrupadas y regularmente interespaciadas logró aliviar la inflamación y reducir la frecuencia de los ataques.

Newswise: CRISPR Treatment Slows Swelling in Hereditary Angioedema Patients
4-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EDT
CRISPR Treatment Slows Swelling in Hereditary Angioedema Patients
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new study being presented at this year’s ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting shows a treatment using the CRISPR genome editing technology succeeded in alleviating swelling and reducing the frequency of attacks.

Newswise: Study Shows 86.4% of Infants with Anaphylaxis Appropriately Received Epinephrine
4-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EDT
Study Shows 86.4% of Infants with Anaphylaxis Appropriately Received Epinephrine
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new study being presented at this year’s ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting shows that, in infants aged 0-24 months who presented to the emergency department for anaphylaxis, few required hospitalization and most were able to go home after a few hours of observation.

Newswise: Lowest Pollen Counts Occur Between 4:00 a.m. and Noon
4-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EDT
Lowest Pollen Counts Occur Between 4:00 a.m. and Noon
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new study being presented at this year’s ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting suggests that early morning hours are better than later in the afternoon for dodging pollen.

Newswise: Los recuentos de polen más bajos se producen entre las 4:00 a. m. y el mediodía
4-Nov-2022 8:00 AM EDT
Los recuentos de polen más bajos se producen entre las 4:00 a. m. y el mediodía
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

Un nuevo estudio que se presenta en la Reunión Científica Anual del ACAAI de este año sugiere que las primeras horas de la mañana son mejores que las últimas de la tarde para evitar el polen.

Newswise: Children with Food Allergy-Related Anxiety Can Benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Released: 4-Oct-2022 8:00 AM EDT
Children with Food Allergy-Related Anxiety Can Benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)

A new study in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology shows that targeted cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can significantly lessen food allergy-related anxiety (FAA) for both children and parents.



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