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Show rates for asthma visits during COVID-19 increased thanks to telemedicine
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – COVID-19 has, among other things, pushed patients of all ages into greater use of telemedicine to carry out regul…
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Nearly one in five food-allergic children and one in five parents of food-allergic children are bullied
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – Parents of children with food allergies find their children are often bullied by classmates, as well as parents o…
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Food allergies take a greater emotional toll on Asian families
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – Studies have shown that food allergies negatively affect the quality of life of those who suffer with them. A new…
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Black and Hispanic children in the U.S. have more severe eczema than white children
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – While research shows Black and Hispanic children suffer disproportionately with asthma, other allergic diseases h…
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Luz Fonacier installed as ACAAI President
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 14, 2020) – Luz Fonacier, MD, of Mineola NY, was installed as president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immuno…
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Despite Allergies, Asthma, a COVID Holiday Can Still Be Merry and Bright
You may be having a smaller celebration, but allergies and asthma still need your attention
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Resolutions for 2021: Staying COVID-Free, Keeping Allergy and Asthma Symptoms Under Control
Stay the course so you remain symptom-free in the new year
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COVID-19 Precautions Don’t Mean an Absence of Romance this Valentine’s Day
Create romance by preventing COVID-19 and keeping allergies and asthma under control
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In Survey of Those with Uncontrolled Asthma, Half Smoked Cannabis
Only about 40% of physicians inquire about cannabis use
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Now's the time to get in front of fall allergy symptoms
(BPT) One day you can breathe easy and enjoy long walks outdoors and fresh breezes through open windows. The next day you're hit with headaches, sneezing, an i…
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Important information about COVID-19 for those with asthma
From the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
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HOME Allergy Management
Home Allergy Management For Everyone (HOME) is an online tool to educate allergy sufferers on managing indoor allergens.
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Severe Reactions, Anaphylaxis & Epinephrine
Find answers to popular questions about severe reactions, anaphylaxis and epinephrine.
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睡眠过少可能意味着更多的哮喘发作dults
First study examining adults with asthma shows negative impacts of sleep deprivation.
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Back to school this year is far from back to normal for kids with allergies and asthma
Students will have new protocols in place as they try to keep allergies and asthma under control.
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Algunos alérgenos que causan dermatitis por contacto se encuentran en las mascarillas que previenen la COVID-19
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Durante la pandemia de la COVID-19, se ha promovido el uso de la mascarilla a aquellas personas que pueden …
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Con o sin alergias, el resultado final es similar para todos los pacientes hospitalizados con COVID-19
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre del 2020): Durante la pandemia del COVID-19, la atención se ha centrado en cómo podrían verse afectadas las personas q…
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Las tasas de visitas por asma durante el COVID-19 aumentaron gracias a la telemedicina
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Entre otras cosas, el COVID-19 ha impulsado el uso de la telemedicina en pacientes de todas las edades con e…
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Casi uno de cada cinco niños con alergias alimentarias y uno de cada cinco padres de niños con alergias alimentarias son acosados
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (13 de noviembre de 2020): Los padres de niños con alergias alimentarias descubren que sus hijos son a menudo acosados por sus compañer…
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College resources help your practice soar
Where can you find practical, easy-to-follow tools to help run your practice? The College has the answer: the Practice Management… Where can you find practical, easy-to-follow tools to help run your practice? The College has the answer: the Practice Management Center (PMC). Check out…
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Records audits are on the rise
Members have advised the Advocacy Council of an issue that seems to be spreading nationwide – audits by insurers of claims submitted by allergy practices for routine services like skin testing, allergy vials, and subcutaneous immunotherapy. If an audit letter from one of your…
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Spotlight on the Telehealth and Technology Task Force
The College’s Telehealth and Technology Task Force, chaired by Tania Elliott, MD, FACAAI, has been instrumental in assessing technology needs for allergy practices and driving our collaboration with the AMA’s Telehealth Immersion Program. As part of our collaboration, the College co-hosted…
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Five tips on diving back into committee work
Did you need to take a break from committee work, but are now ready to contribute? Here are a few tips to help you dive back in: Contact your chair or staff liaison to see what you’ve missed and how you can get…
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Recent leadership decisions - summer 2022
The following are key actions taken by the ACAAI Board of Regents and Executive Committee during the months of June… The following are key actions taken by the ACAAI Board of Regents and Executive Committee during the months of June and July. Modified the ACAAI…
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Your questions answered - summer 2022
We asked Michael Blaiss, MD, FACAAI, executive medical director, to reflect on his time as EMD, which ends on Dec. 31, 2022. What have you found most rewarding about your position? It has been an honor to serve as EMD for the College. Spending…
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Is it time for a professional health checkup?
What is one thing that I can add to my routine that will make a difference? What do I need… As we approach the fall season, it’s a great time to give ourselves a “checkup” on our professional health. We might ask ourselves a…
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Extract preparation – physician supervision
医疗保险规定要求医生(或其他supervising practitioner) be on-site at the location where allergy extract vials are… The Advocacy Council has received several member inquiries recently related to preparation of allergen and venom extract vials (CPT codes 95144, 95165, and 95145-49)…
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COVID-19 Federal Responses: Thursday, August 18, 2022
By mid-September, updated COVID-19 booster shots, targeting BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants of the Omicron variant, will be available.… By mid-September, updated COVID-19 booster shots, targeting BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants of the Omicron variant, will be available for Americans over the age of 12. Novavax…
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Webinar: Monkeypox for the Allergist, Sept. 14, 7 pm
This 45-minute CME webinar will address the epidemiology, diagnosis, treatment and vaccines for monkeypox.… This 45-minute CME webinar will address the epidemiology, diagnosis, treatment and vaccines for monkeypox. We will also look at vaccine side effects and special populations. Our experts include Drs. Kathryn Convers,…
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Biologics at a Glance Cheat Sheet
This customizable summary provides basic info for common A/I biologics, including pharmacology, indications, doses and more. Print a copy for… This customizable summary provides basic info for common A/I biologics, including pharmacology, indications, doses and more. Print a copy for staff and providers.…
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Tezspire administration remains an in-office procedure
Medicare Administrative Contractors publicly announced removal of Tezspire from their Self-Administration Drug (SAD) exclusion lists.… In an update to our July 25 story, Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) publicly announced removal of Tezspire from their Self-Administration Drug (SAD) exclusion lists. Medicare beneficiaries with severe asthma will…
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COVID-19 Federal Responses: Thursday, August 4, 2022
HHS is beginning to allow individual health care providers to order “Evusheld,” the new antibody therapy developed by AstraZeneca, for… HHS is beginning to allow individual health care providers to order “Evusheld,” the new antibody therapy developed by AstraZeneca, for small patient groups of…
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Put your A/I knowledge to the test
Use this online program to gain new knowledge and reaffirm existing knowledge.… AIM Self-Assessment Volume #2 was recently launched! Use this online program to gain new knowledge and reaffirm existing knowledge. It consists of 120 case-based, multiple-choice questions to help you evaluate and maintain clinical competence. Questions…
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Annual Meeting focuses on food allergy
Make sure your plans include the International Food Allergy Symposium on Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022, in Louisville.… When you register for the ACAAI 2022 Annual Scientific Meeting, make sure your plans include the International Food Allergy Symposium on Thursday, Nov. 10. Experts from the…
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Six steps for excellent online reviews and practice website optimization
What are some top tips used by allergy, asthma and immunology practices to ensure success in the digital age?… Technology has transformed the way physicians market their practices and engage with patients. Patients increasingly use the internet and social media to manage their health…
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HOD summer 2022 update
The College’s House of Delegates is the conduit to and from local and state societies to the Advocacy Council and… The College’s House of Delegates is the conduit to and from local and state societies to the Advocacy Council and College. If you experience…
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Drug prices lowered for Medicare beneficiaries and ACA subsidies extended
After more than a year of trying to pass the Build Back Better Act, Congress passed a slimmer version, the… After more than a year of trying to pass the Build Back Better Act, which includes much of President Biden’s domestic policy agenda, Congress…
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Free CME?
Access your CME transcript and certificates, online learning modules, recorded webinars and more on the College Learning Center.… The College has an easy place to meet all your educational needs – the College Learning Connection (CLC). Access your CME transcript and certificates, online learning…
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College Advantage: Summer 2022
We’re working hard on behind-the-scenes projects that will pay off in the second half of the year.… Registration is open for the ACAAI 2022 Annual Meeting, Nov. 10-14 in Louisville, KY.…
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