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Food Allergy Expert Weighs In on Early Introduction Study

Representing Allergy & Asthma Network, pediatric allergist Michael Pistiner, MD, provided his expert perspective to Healio.com on a new study showing that giving babies peanut products and other allergenic foods at 4-6 months of age can help prevent a child from developing food allergies. The findings build on years of research that have changed longstanding advice on food allergy prevention.

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AAN Research Leads Study on Perceptions of OCS Use

Chief Research Officer De De Gardner and Data Insights/Analytics Manager Mitu Patel served as co-authors of a new study examining the perceptions of caregivers on oral corticosteroid (OCS) use in children with asthma. The researchers found that caregivers view OCS as safe, but need education on side effects and how to optimize inhaler treatments to reduce OCS use.

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Allergy & Asthma Network Joins National Health Council

We are proud to join a national coalition of nearly 200 health-related organizations united in advancing patient-centered policies, including equitable access to medications, and improved care for chronic conditions. For patients and families, it means a stronger advocate at the policy table to ensure that lived experiences drive healthcare decisions and research priorities.

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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…