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AAN’s Lead Disease Management Coach Provides Expert Perspective

Disease Management Coach Leandra Tonweber, PA-C, AE-C, shared her perspective on a new study on atopic dermatitis (AD) and sleep disorders on Healio.com. Leandra reinforced that early screening for sleep issues, as well as mental health concerns, for children with AD is key to identifying interventions that work.

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AAN’s Director of Advocacy Offers EPA Testimony

Director of Advocacy Nissa Shaffi recently testified before the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), urging officials not to reverse the 2009 Endangerment Finding that provides safeguards against from air pollution. The Endangerment Finding regulates harmful greenhouse gas emissions from vehicles. Nissa told EPA these safeguards are critical to helping reduce asthma triggers.

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AAN’s Chief Research Officer Recognized as Distinguished CHEST Educator

Our Chief Research Officer, De De Gardner, has been recognized by the American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) as a Distinguished CHEST Educator for 2025. The national recognition honors De De for excellence in respiratory patient education and places her within the top 3% of CHEST faculty worldwide.

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Celebrating Allergy & Asthma’s 40 Years of Service

Allergy & Asthma Network 40th Anniversary

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Allergy & Asthma Network announced the kickoff of a year-long celebration to mark its 40th anniversary, commemorating four decades of significant contributions.

Allergy & Asthma Network 40th Anniversary: A Legacy of Advocacy

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From its earliest days, Allergy & Asthma Network heard from patients and parents about their health concerns. Too often, their issues were not addressed by government leaders and the healthcare…