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  • 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?

  • A blue backpack with an open pocket reveals three medical items: a red and white inhaler and two epinephrine auto-injectors with yellow caps.

    Allergy & Asthma Network Partners with Backpack Health to Grant Patients Easy Access to Critical Health Information

    The Network announces that it now offers an app for people to keep their medical history and other health information to access at any…

  • A man and a child are feeding a brown horse through a wooden fence. The child holds a bunch of grass towards the horse while the man, in a plaid shirt, smiles beside him. Two horses are visible in the background.

    Diagnosing Pet Allergies, One Protein At a Time

    Learn more about a newly approved Immunocap(R) allergy blood test for diagnosing allergies to furry animals that could be helpful in developing custom treatment…

  • A young boy in a white shirt stares anxiously at a plate of spaghetti with tomato sauce, worried about possible food allergies. He sits at a glass table with a glass of water nearby, set against a plain gray background.

    Living with Food Allergies at Age 10 — And Overcoming Anxiety

    Learn more about 10-year old Austin who created “My Food Allergy Book” as a way to help himself understand his feelings about having a…

  • A young girl sits on her mother's lap, smiling at a doctor holding a clipboard. The mother, wearing a necklace, is also smiling. They are in a brightly lit room with drawings on the wall and blinds on the window.

    Let Your Kids Do the Talking

    Tips for encouraging children to be active participants with their parents when going to the doctor and “talk freely” about their asthma.

  • A doctor wearing a white coat, face shield, and mask talks to a seated patient in a medical office. Two healthcare workers are seen in the background. Medical equipment and a computer with a scan are visible.

    After the ER: How to Ensure a Safe Transition of Care for Asthma or Anaphylaxis

    Tips for managing your follow up care and emotional well-being after needing emergency care for asthma or anaphylaxis

  • A close-up of several unshelled peanuts grouped together. The textured brown shells are visible, showcasing their organic, rough surface. The image highlights the natural appearance of the peanuts in detail.

    Joint Statement on Peanut Allergy Therapy Review

    The Network joins other patient organizations to urge ICER to consider patient needs when determining the value of emerging treatments for peanut allergy.

  • A woman with blonde hair in a bun is shown in profile. Next to her, an anatomical illustration reveals the interior of a human nasal passage, highlighting the sinus cavities in red with small polyps depicted.

    Ask the Allergist: How to Prevent Nasal Polyps?

    Dr. Stanley Fineman answers the Ask the Allergist question: what are ways to prevent nasal polyps?

  • The image shows the United States Capitol building in Washington, D.C. It features the iconic dome with its detailed architecture, accompanied by stairs and columns in the foreground under a clear sky.

    House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer Introduces School-Based Allergy and Asthma Management Legislation at AADCH

    The Network’s 2019 Allergy and Asthma Day on Capitol Hill event connects advocates and legislators to drive change on key asthma and allergy issues.

  • Five people are joyfully jumping in the air on a grassy hill against a clear blue sky. They are facing away from the camera, dressed in casual summer clothes, and their arms are raised high. The scene conveys a sense of freedom and happiness.

    Amusement Parks Take Food Allergies Seriously

    Tips for having an enjoyable and safe experience at amusement parks if you or a family member has food allergies.

  • A person with eczema is scratching their itchy, red neck. They are wearing a black top, and only their neck, hands, and part of the hair are visible. The skin shows irritation with slight discoloration.

    Ask the Allergist: Breaking the Itch-Scratch Cycle

    Dr. Stanley Fineman answers the Ask the Allergist question: when my eczema flares, it’s hard to keep from scratching. How can I stop this…

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