AAFA
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), a not-for-profit organization founded in 1953, is the leading patient organization for people with asthma and allergies, and the oldest asthma and allergy patient group in the world.
Eczema: Know the Facts
Eczema , a group of chronic skin conditions, affects around 18.9 million adults and 8 million children in the United States. 1,2 Atopic dermatitis...
September Research Update: Cat and Birch Pollen Allergy, Eczema Treatments
Welcome to our September research update! Getting involved with research is an important way to impact asthma and allergy treatments, education, and awareness. This...
2025 Asthma Capitals Report Looks at Location’s Impact on Asthma
AAFA’s 2025 Asthma Capitals™ Report Highlights the Most Challenging Places in the U.S. to Live with Asthma The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America’s...
August Research Update: Chronic Hand Eczema, Environmental Impacts on Asthma and Allergies
Welcome to our August research update! Getting involved with research is an important way to impact asthma and allergy treatments, education, and awareness. This...
The Senate Heard Our Voices and Protected Funding for Asthma Program and Medical Research
Last week, the Senate committee responsible for the federal budget voted to protect funding for programs that benefit the allergy and asthma community. This...
Understanding Stinging Insect Allergy
When most people are stung by a stinging insect , it’s uncomfortable. The pain usually goes away within a few hours or days. But...
AAFA Issues Statement on How Health Care Cuts Will Impact Asthma Care
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) issued the following statement after Congress passed and the President signed H.R. 1, the so-called “Big,...
What If You’re Allergic to Grass? 10 Steps to Managing Grass Pollen Allergy
If you have allergy symptoms during the late spring and summer – or year-round in warmer parts of the United States – it may...
Recall Alert: Midea U and U+ Window Air Conditioners
Midea Recalls About 1.7 Million U and U+ Window Air Conditioners Due to Risk of Mold Exposure Name of Product: U and U+ Window...
Urgent Action Needed to Protect Our Community
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) focuses on saving and improving lives for the over 100 million people in the U.S. with...