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Allergy & Asthma Network Applauds Boehringer Ingelheim $35 Price Cap on Inhalers
The price cap will help reduce the financial burden for many people who use respiratory inhalers to treat asthma and COPD.
FDA Approves Xolair as First Treatment to Reduce Risk of Food Allergy Reactions
Learn about a current research study looking into the use of a biologic, omalizumab to determine if it can aid food allergy oral immunotherapy (OIT).
New Asthma Inhaler Combines Quick-Relief Albuterol and Corticosteroid
A new medication supports treating asthma symptoms and inflamed airways in the short and long term using one inhaler device.
Is There a Link Between Migraine Headaches, Asthma, and Allergies?
Migraine is a very common neurological disease. It affects one billion people in the world. Recent studies show 40% of Americans with migraine are either undiagnosed or misdiagnosed with another condition. Many people with migraine are at risk for other chronic...
New Asthma Equity Explorer Advances Asthma Research Into Disparities
Discover how current asthma prevalence on national, state and local levels can lead to disparities and affect social determinants of health. The Asthma Equity Explorer is a free web-based database for asthma research. It provides information and insight on U.S. asthma...
Allergy & Asthma Day Capitol Hill is May 8: Register Now!
Join us for the 27th annual advocacy day to connect with members of Congress and support people living with asthma, allergies and related conditions.
Flovent Asthma Inhalers Discontinued: What You Need to Know
If you use Flovent HFA and Flovent Diskus, reach out to your healthcare provider and find out about alternatives, including generics.
The COVID-19 pill is considered a major step forward in managing COVID-19. Two COVID-19 antiviral pills are currently available. Updated: January 5, 2024
Power of Deduction: Food Allergy Tax Breaks
Do you buy special foods because of your food allergy or celiac disease? These food costs can add up quickly. But avoiding allergens or gluten (wheat products) is a medical necessity. You may ask yourself: can I deduct these food costs on my income tax return? It...
Respiratory Inhalers at a Glance and Other Posters in Our Online Store
Learn about some of the most popular items in our Online Shop including inhaler posters, and other asthma, allergy, and anaphylaxis posters.
Losing Weight with Asthma
Many people struggle with their weight. And many people have a hard time losing weight. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says 73.6% of adults are overweight and nearly 42% are considered obese. Among adolescents and teens, 22.2% are considered...
Breathing Exercises for Asthma
Many people with asthma find breathing exercises to be helpful. Breathing exercises can improve asthma symptoms and reduce the risk of asthma attacks. There are various types of breathing exercises that can help people with asthma. When you do breathing exercises for...
Allergy & Asthma Network Applauds EPA’s Final Rule on Methane Standards
EPA’s new standards would reduce methane and other harmful air pollution that impacts climate change.
USAsthma Summit 2023: Is Asthma Remission Possible?
Hear from asthma specialists and state asthma programs on how to improve access to asthma management and treatment.
What you need to know about COVID-19 risk, asthma and allergies if you host or visit relatives during the holidays.