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and for those who care for them

Allergy & Asthma Network unites and advocates on behalf of 60 million Americans with asthma, allergies, and related conditions.

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What’s New at the Network

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Asthma Research Insight

Our Asthma Management Coach Leandra Tonweber, PA-C, AE-C, recently shared her perspective to Healio.com about a recent study showing frequent asthma attacks can lead to higher corticosteroid doses. Leandra says the use of asthma self-management programs can help patients get a better understanding of their asthma, treatments, and correct medication use.

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A ‘Rising Star’

We are honored to earn recognition for our commitment to fostering nonprofit leadership and health equity. Tori Martel, MPH, Senior Public Health Communications Manager, won the Rising Star of the Year award at the Ragan Communications and PR Daily CSR & Diversity Awards. Our Trusted Messengers program was also a finalist for a Public Health or Safety Initiative award.

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Health Insurance Decisions

What to do if you have difficulty affording the asthma and allergy care you need? Allergy & Asthma Network partnered with the National Association of Medication Access & Patient Advocacy (NAMAPA) to develop a new Health Insurance Toolkit, sponsored by Amgen. The Toolkit helps you advocate for yourself when dealing with health insurance providers

Allergy & Asthma in the News

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    20th Anniversary of Landmark Law: Student Right to Self-Carry Inhalers at School

    October 2024 marks the 20th anniversary of landmark federal legislation allowing students to self-carry and use their quick-relief asthma inhaler at school.

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    How to Stay Safe on Halloween with Asthma and Allergies

    Learn how you can minimize risk and maximize safety at Halloween when you have a child with a food allergy, asthma or latex allergy.

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    Delaware Adopts Law Covering Early Introduction of Food Allergens

    Allergy & Asthma Network applauds Delaware for a new law that requires insurance companies to cover early introduction of food allergens.

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Advancing Nationwide Efforts to Engage, Educate & Empower

At Allergy & Asthma Network, we are here to serve and support you. We work with national and local partners to train healthcare professionals and host events and screenings that reach people directly in their communities. We raise awareness and educate millions each year with easy-to-understand, medically reviewed resources in English and Spanish. We advocate at the federal and state levels to improve access to care and affordable medications. We work to ensure the patient voice is included in research and drug development.

Your health and well-being are at the heart of our work. Our goal is to improve quality of life and achieve equitable and optimal health outcomes for adults and children living with these chronic conditions, especially those in underserved communities.

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Check out our Events Calendar for Webinars, Trusted Messengers Events, and other Allergy & Asthma Network supported events.

Recent & Upcoming Webinars

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    Biologics: What They Are, How They Work, and Who Might Benefit (New Webinar)

    Oct 31, 2024

    Join us for a Free Webinar on October 31, 2024 at 12 PM ET learn all about biologics, how they work and who might…

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    Vaccines: New Developments and How to Address Vaccine Hesitancy (New Webinar)

    Dec 5, 2024

    Join us for a Free webinar on December 5, 2024 at 4 PM ET, learn about new vaccines available, new vaccine guidelines and how…

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    Remission of Asthma: Review of Consensus Statement (New Webinar)

    Nov 12, 2024

    Join us for a Free Webinar on November 12, 2024 at 12:00 PM ET learn more about the consensus statement and the outcomes of…

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Podcasts

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    What Biologic Therapies are Available for Allergic Conditions?

    This episode explores the history of the eight biologic therapies available for allergic conditions.

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    Food Allergy and Its Impact on the Hispanic/Latino Community

    A new podcast explores how social determinants of health impact food allergy outcomes in the Hispanic/Latino community.

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    Navigating Biologic Therapy: What You Need to Know

    Learn what to know before starting biologic therapy, from insurance and specialty pharmacies to proper medication handling and administration.

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