Take control of your asthma and allergies by visiting an allergist. You can find one in our directory. allergist.aaaai.org/find/ #AsthmaAndAllergyMonth #asthma #allergy

On June 1, distribution of Digihaler® in the US (ProAir® Digihaler® Inhalation Powder, ArmonAir® Digihaler® Inhalation Powder, AirDuo® Digihaler® Inhalation Powder) will be discontinued. Software and support for the app will also end on June 1. #asthma
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802 VT Frozen Recalls Frozen Meat Pizza Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Soy
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It has been said some inhaled #asthma medicines have soy and kids with #PeanutAllergy can cross-react. This implies asthma inhalers may be dangerous for those with peanut or soy allergies. Peanut and soy-allergic patients can safely use asthma inhalers.
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AAAAI members give their thoughts on tips for dealing with allergy season.
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Our latest episode is live: Elevate Your Practice for a Sustainable Future. Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, MD, FAAAAI, offers a sneak peek at the exciting 2024 AAAAI Practice Management Workshop taking place July 12-14 in Denver, CO.
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April 22 - April 28 is World PI Awareness Week. When part of the immune system is either absent or not functioning properly, it can result in an immune deficiency disease. Learn about these types of diseases. #WorldPIAwarenessWeek
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It is #EarthDay . Climate change is associated with rising temperatures, changes in worldwide weather patterns & increasing airborne pollen levels and duration. These changes can impact health, including allergic individuals. #asthma #allergy #EarthDay 2024
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#nationalvolunteerweek

Women with asthma experience a decreased risk of preterm delivery when they continue using asthma medications throughout pregnancy, according to new JACI: In Practice research. #asthma #pregnancy
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With new announcements this week of discontinuing manufacturing of inhalers, concerns for patient access continue. Dr. Kabbash, chair of the AAAAI Advocacy Committee, met with Senator Elizabeth Warren, following a letter to GSK regarding their decision to discontinue Flovent.

April is the start of #grass season. #GrassAllergies are prevalent because grass pollen scatters in the wind, which is different from pollen that gets moved around by insects, so you are more likely to breathe it in and develop symptoms.
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Do you wonder if your child has asthma? Although there is no proven way to predict which children will develop asthma, studies have identified certain predictors for asthma in children. #asthma
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Adolescence can be a time of risk taking behavior within growing independence. Inherent personality traits, peer pressure, new surroundings & knowledge level about #FoodAllergy may influence how a teen analyzes risk identification, avoidance or mitigation.
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Roly Poly Bakery Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg Ingredient in Multigrain Bread
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Gracie’s Kitchen Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sesame and Wheat Allergens in “Broccoli Cutlets”
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Feel Good Foods Issues Voluntary Recall of Gluten-Free Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Bagels
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If you suffer from #HayFever , there may be times of the year when you think moving to another region might be preferable to suffering through another #allergy season. Not only is this drastic step most often not necessary, in many cases it won’t help.
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Oregon Spice Company Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sesame in Johnny’s Parmesan Garlic Seasoning
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Food additives have been used for many years & recently there are more natural & artificial substances than ever before. Almost 4,000 food additives are found on the FDA website. Are dyes, sulfites & other food additives responsible for allergic reactions?
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