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  • A woman sits on a couch, holding a tissue to her nose. Nearby, a person offers her allergy medication along with a glass of water. A bouquet of colorful flowers is visible in the foreground.

    9 Things You Need to Know About Allergy Medications

    Dennis Williams, PharmD provides nine tips to help you get the most out of medicines that treat allergy symptoms.

  • Webinar series banner titled "Advances in Allergy & Asthma: Idiopathic Anaphylaxis - What to Do When a Cause Eludes You," presented by Allergy & Asthma Network and the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.

    Idiopathic Anaphylaxis- What to Do When a Cause Eludes You

    Dr. Anne Ellis discusses how to evaluate a patient when a cause for anaphylaxis is not identified — also known as idiopathic anaphylaxis.

  • A woman sits at a kitchen counter with her hand on her head, looking tired. She is next to two toddlers, one playing with a red toy and the other holding food. The background includes colorful drawings and kitchen items.

    Babysitters, Playdates and Food Allergies: A Matter of Trust

    Information you can use to educate and build trust with babysitters, caregivers and parents hosting playdates when you have a child with food allergies.

  • An older man wearing a black suit and white shirt speaks on camera. A caption identifies him as Don Bukstein, MD, an allergist and immunologist at Allergy Asthma Sinus Center, Wisconsin, and a member of the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.

    Ask the Allergist: Biologics for Severe Asthma

    Ask the allergist answers how asthma patients can determine if biologic medications are right for them.

  • Close-up of a person using a black and metallic electronic cigarette. The device emits vapor, and a blue light is visible on the side. The person's lips are pressed against the mouthpiece.

    Long-Term Use of E-cigarettes Linked to Respiratory Disease

    News regarding the findings of a study regarding the impact of long-term use of e-cigarettes for those with respiratory diseases, including asthma and COPD.

  • A person calculating expenses with a calculator and holding cash. There are papers and dollar bills on the table, indicating financial planning or budgeting activities.

    A Recap of Asthma Funding in 2020 Budget

    News regarding the Allergy & Asthma Network’s successful advocacy efforts leading to increases in federal program funding and policy provisions.

  • A woman in a silver dress joyfully throws gold confetti in the air. Behind her are star-shaped and round balloons in metallic colors, set against a white wall. She appears to be celebrating, with a wide smile and arms raised.

    New Year’s Resolutions for Asthma and Allergies

    Seven tips for better asthma and allergy control in the new year. Make a wish list and be proactive!

  • A young person in a scouting uniform reads a book to four children seated on the grass near a tree. A stone bench nearby holds various product boxes. The scene is set outdoors on a sunny day.

    Girl Scout Authors Food Allergy Coloring Book

    Learn how a girl scout has used her personal experience with food allergies to author a food allergy coloring book for children.

  • A woman in a blue shirt receives a vaccine shot in her upper arm. A healthcare professional wearing gloves administers the injection. The woman looks slightly away from the needle. The background is plain white.

    Let’s Get Serious About the Flu Shot

    Allergist Purvi Parikh provides insights on why people with asthma should get a flu shot. She also provides information about the pneumonia vaccine.

  • A person in black clothing holds a detailed anatomical model of human lungs, showing arteries, veins, and bronchial tubes, against a neutral background.

    When Asthma Meets COPD

    Learn about the similarities and differences between asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD.)

  • A person holding a smartphone in their hands, looking at the screen. The phone displays various app icons. The background shows a blurred interior of a room with a television and some furniture.

    How Social Media Can Impact Healthcare Decisions

    Allergist Dave Stukus, MD explains how essential it is for people to confirm the information they find online is from trustworthy and reputable sources.

  • A green wristband with "Latex Allergy" written on it is placed on top of a medical form. The form has checkboxes and text related to medical conditions and inquiries.

    Ask the Allergist: Latex Allergy and Cross-Reactivity

    Dr. Sandra Gawchuk answers the Ask the Allergist question: What do patients with latex allergy need to know about cross-reactivity with fruits & vegetables?

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