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.
Advocacy in Action for Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
On World Asthma Day, May 6, 2025, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) took to Capitol Hill to advocate for critical federal...
April Research Update: Asthma Clinical Trials, Insect Sting Allergy, Topical Steroid Withdrawal
Welcome to our April research update! Getting involved with research is an important way to impact asthma and allergy treatments, education, and awareness. This...
The CDC Asthma Program Is Gone
Last week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) laid off staff of critical health programs , including: National Asthma Control Program (NACP)...
Recall Alert: Benadryl Liquid Elixir 100 mL Bottle
Arsell Recalls Benadryl Liquid Elixir 100 mL Bottle Due to Risk of Child Poisoning; Violation of Federal Regulation for Child Resistant Packaging; For Immediate...
New Anaphylaxis Definition and Guidance for Treatment of Serious Allergic Reactions
Experts develop standard definition and educational tools for health care professionals Anaphylaxis: a serious allergic reaction that can progress rapidly and may cause death....
February Research Update: Eosinophilic Asthma, Nasal Polyps, Allergic Rhinitis
Welcome to our February research update! Getting involved with research is an important way to impact asthma and allergy treatments, education, and awareness. This...
Asthma Medicines Can Affect Your Oral Health
Why You Need to Rinse and Spit Did you know there is a connection between oral health and asthma? When you use an asthma...
Wildfire Relief Efforts for Los Angeles Region
Los Angeles and the surrounding areas are being impacted by devastating wildfires. Natural disasters like wildfires can leave families without their homes, power, and...
Wildfires and How They Affect Air Quality and Asthma
Each year, wildfires rage across the U.S. Smoke in the air contains tiny particles that affect air quality. These particles can irritate your eyes,...
What You Need to Know About the $35 Price Cap on Asthma Inhalers
Some major asthma inhaler manufacturers announced $35 a month caps on out-of-pocket costs. The price cap will apply to people with commercial/private insurance (through...