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  • World Asthma Day, May 6, 2025, text above a globe illustration with an outline of human lungs over it, highlighting global awareness of asthma.

    6 Ways We Empower Asthma Awareness on World Asthma Day

    AAN offers asthma education throughout the year. On World Asthma Day, we listed 6 ways we help empower people on asthma awareness.

  • An orange race car with black stripes and the number 61 speeds around a track, with blurred grass and sky in the background, capturing a sense of motion.

    Lung Health Screenings at Motorsport Events

    Allergy & Asthma Network is teaming up with Right2Breathe to bring vital lung health education and free asthma and COPD screenings to motorsport enthusiasts…

  • Text that reads "Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month. Let's work together for a better tomorrow." Above are icons of lungs, a leaf, a bee, a peanut, a dog, and a hand with a line through it. Allergy & Asthma Network logo at the bottom.

    14 Ways to Celebrate Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month

    May is Allergy & Asthma Month, and dedicated to raising public awareness about asthma and allergies, their impact on people and their families.

  • Family gathered around a dinner table, holding hands and praying. The table is set with plates of food and glasses of water and wine. Four adults, including an elderly couple, and a child are visible.

    Easter and Food Allergies

    Easter is a time for celebration, family gatherings, and, of course, delicious treats. From chocolate bunnies to brightly dyed eggs, the holiday is filled…

  • A family of five sits at a table during a Passover Seder. The man in the center holds matzah, while others hold books. The table is set with wine and festive dishes, and a tall plant is visible in the background.

    Passover and Food Allergies

    Managing food allergies during Passover may feel overwhelming. This traditional Jewish holiday brings unique dietary restrictions. But with preparation and careful attention, you can…

  • A family enjoys a meal together. A woman in a hijab smiles while passing a plate of food. A man in traditional attire drinks tea. A young girl is beside them, and the table is filled with various dishes.

    Managing food allergies during Ramadan, the Muslim holy month, can be a challenge. But with some planning and care, you and your family can…

  • A computer screen displays the CDC website, highlighted by a magnifying glass. The CDC logo and part of the webpage are visible, emphasizing the online presence of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

    Statement on CDC Workforce Cuts and National Asthma Control Program

    April 4, 2025 FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA — Allergy & Asthma Network CEO Lynda Mitchell issued the following statement regarding the recent workforce cuts at the…

  • A modern glass building reflecting a cloudy sky, with a blue square sign displaying white "FDA" letters prominently on one of the panels. Sunlight gleams in the corner.

    Statement on Confirmation of Marty Makary as FDA Commissioner

    The new FDA Commissioner is tasked with leading an agency entrusted with improving food safety and the approval of vital medical treatments.

  • Collage celebrating 40 years of the Allergy & Asthma Network. It includes newsletters, infographics on respiratory treatments, a magazine cover, and an image of children. Central text reads "Allergy & Asthma Network Celebrating 40 Years.”.

    Allergy & Asthma Network 40th Anniversary: A Legacy of Education

    Education is more than a cornerstone for Allergy & Asthma Network – it’s at the heart of support for patients and families. For 40…

  • A woman stands with a child and stroller, accompanied by a dog, looking across a body of water. In the background, there are several smoking industrial chimneys under a clear sky.

    Statement on EPA Rollback of Environmental Regulations

    EPA’s effort to roll back established air quality protections raises serious concerns about the impact on people with respiratory diseases, including asthma.

  • A doctor in a white coat sits in an office, smiling and holding a clipboard while talking to a patient who is seated across the desk. The office contains various documents and a cup on the desk.

    FDA Approves Biosimilar for Omalizumab (Xolair®)

    The FDA’s approval of a biosimilar for omalizumab brings new treatment options for patients. Discover the implications and what it means for you.

  • A woman in a beige cardigan sits on a couch, smiling and talking to a young girl with braided hair who is wrapped in a striped blanket. They are in a bright room with sunlight streaming through the window.

    How to Help Teens Self-Manage Asthma

    For most teenagers, going from pediatric to adult asthma care and developing asthma self-management skills can take time to develop.