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    6 Ways We Are Spotlighting Type 2 Inflammation Awareness Week

    What’s the common thread behind many respiratory, allergic and skin conditions? For millions of people, it’s Type 2 inflammation. Join us May 18-22, 2026,…

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    Food Allergy Awareness Week

    Did you know that 32 million people live with food allergies in America? This means that it’s likely you know someone who has a…

  • A graphic of the Earth with an outline of human lungs over it, symbolizing lung health, and the text "World Asthma Day" above the image.

    8 Ways We Spotlight Asthma Awareness on World Asthma Day

    For World Asthma Day, Allergy & Asthmna Network offers various ways to help empower people on asthma awareness.

  • 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.

    15 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.

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    New Generic for Flovent® Asthma Inhaler: 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.

  • 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.

    Food Allergy Symptoms: Mild vs. Serious

    When people think of food allergy symptoms, they often picture sudden, dramatic and severe reactions. But not all food allergy symptoms are severe. In…

  • A boy wearing glasses and a striped shirt is holding a bowl of mixed nuts. He is scratching his neck, which appears red and irritated. The background is a solid orange color.

    With Palforzia® Ending, What’s Next for Peanut Allergy Patients?

    The peanut allergy treatment Palforzia® will be discontinued on July 31, 2026, according to its manufacture.

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    How to Report Food Label Issues for Food Allergies

    If you or a loved one live with a food allergy, then you know the importance of reading food labels. Food labels identify the…

  • A large group of people stand on the steps of a government building, holding umbrellas on a rainy day. The group appears diverse and is posing together, with the U.S. Capitol building visible in the background.

    Allergy & Asthma Day Capitol Hill 2026: Urgent Need for Affordable Care

    For millions of people living with asthma and allergies, access to medicine can mean the difference between staying healthy and facing a medical emergency.…

  • A doctor in a white coat sits at a desk talking to a woman and a young girl. The woman is sitting on a chair, and the girl is sitting next to her. An office setup with a computer and plant is in the background.

    Understanding the New Childhood Vaccine Guidelines

    By Nissa Shaffi, Director of Advocacy, Allergy & Asthma Network In January 2026, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the…

  • A woman is feeding a baby with a pink spoon at a table. The baby is wearing a bib and is focused on the spoon, while the woman looks at the baby with a gentle expression. A pink bowl is placed in front of them.

    USDA Updates Dietary Guidelines to Include Introduction of Food Allergens

    Updated USDA Dietary Guidelines recommend introduction of potential food allergens to children in the first year of life.

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

    Explore 40 years of advancements in allergy and asthma care, celebrating achievements and looking ahead.

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