Allergy & Asthma Network

Allergy & Asthma Network supports the bipartisan Indoor Air Quality and Healthy Schools Act, which was introduced into Congress on July 25. Here is a statement on the legislation. We want to thank our advocates for their efforts on Capitol Hill. During Allergy & Asthma Day Capitol Hill (AADCH) on May 8, 2024, AAN’s CEO Lynda Mitchell, MA, CAE , along with Pennsylvania advocates, met with Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA) to discuss crucial issues affecting people with allergies and asthma. We are pleased that Reps. Fitzpatrick and Paul Tonko (NY) have introduced the bipartisan Indoor Air Quality and Healthy Schools Act.   This new bill aims to protect the public from poor indoor air quality (IAQ), with a particular focus on ensuring that the air within schools and daycare facilities is safe and healthy. We strongly support this important legislation and thank Representatives Tonko and Fitzpatrick for their leadership to improve indoor air quality for those with asthma and allergies, thereby creating a safer and healthier learning environment for students and in daycare facilities.   Read more about the legislation here: https://lnkd.in/e3nbusJW

#NewEpisodeAlert ✨ Imagine being so itchy that you’d consider cutting off your skin just for relief. That’s what it can be like living with chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU). Heather joins us to share how she used to feel this way and more about what it is like living with CSU. What to Expect in This Episode:  💊 Heather's diagnosis and treatment journey  💉 Antihistamines and Omalizumab (#Xolair): how they help  🤝 The importance of mental health support  ⚠️Tips for managing CSU with therapy and non-medical strategies Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or wherever you get your #podcasts. https://lnkd.in/eiUBjDtk Produced in partnership with The Itch Podcast. Thanks to Novartis for sponsoring this episode and series. Did you miss the previous episodes in the series? Check out:  1️⃣ Understanding Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria  2️⃣ Diagnosing Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria  3️⃣ Treating Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria #UrticariaTreatments #HivesTreatment #UrticariaMedication #ChronicHivesTreatment #XolairForHives #XolairUrticaria #OmalizumabUrticaria #CSUTreatment #HealthPodcast #SkinHealth #Allergy #Dermatology #AutoimmuneDisease #ChronicSpontaneousUrticaria #Hives #MentalHealth #PatientStory

The third video in our Innovations in Treatments: Biologic Medications is posted across all Allergy & Asthma Network social media platforms! Dr. Leena Padhye, MD, board-certified allergist & immunologist, explains how these treatments work and how users can learn how to choose the right one for them. 🧬✨ 📚In This Video: 1️⃣ Types of Asthma Biologics 2️⃣ How They Target Inflammation 🎯 3️⃣ Tips for Selecting the Best Biologic 🔍 Key Points to Consider: - Type(s) of asthma you have 🌡️ - Injection frequency 💉 - Treatment location preferences 🏠🏥 - Expected side effects 🤔 🌟Visit BiologicMeds.org for more information.🌟 The goal of this new series is to help raise awareness and promote understanding of the use of biologics. A special thank you to Sanofi-Regeneron who has provided support for this awareness campaign. #Biologic #BiologicMeds #Asthma #Allergies #Eczema #CSU #Urticaria #ChronicHives #CRSwNP

It is important to emphasize to asthma and allergy patients the importance of hurricane preparedness, which lasts into November. Natural disasters such as hurricanes, flooding, tornadoes and even earthquakes can worsen chronic conditions like asthma and allergies. Work with patients so they have an emergency plan in place to maintain their health and safety. Essential Components of an Asthma and Allergy Disaster Preparedness Kit: 📝 Asthma Action Plan and/or Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan: Ensure patients have personalized plans that detail how to manage their conditions during emergencies. 💊 Supply of Medications: Patients should have an ample supply of their prescribed medications to avoid interruptions in treatment. 🩺 Medical Devices: This includes inhalers, spacers, peak flow meters, and other essential devices. 🏥 Copies of Medical Records and Prescription Refill Information: Important for continuity of care and accessing necessary treatments. 💧 Bottled Water, Allergen-Free Food, and Cash: Vital for maintaining health and well-being during disruptions. 😷 Face Masks and Goggles: Protect against allergens and irritants, such as smoke. 📄 Contact Information Card: Ensure patients have up-to-date contact information for healthcare providers and emergency contacts. For further guidance on disaster preparedness for asthma and allergies, visit https://lnkd.in/eCFy3JF8 Asthma self-management education, a key component of the EXHALE strategies, is essential for improving patient outcomes. These educational efforts should be incorporated across various settings, including clinics, emergency departments, hospitals, pharmacies, schools, and homes, to enhance the overall quality of asthma care. By promoting comprehensive preparedness and ongoing education, we can better support our patients in managing their asthma and allergies during natural disasters.

As healthcare providers, you play a crucial role in preventing food allergies and eczema in infants. The SEAL Study from the Section of Allergy/Immunology at the University of Chicago Medicine and Comer Children’s Hospital is now enrolling newborns with dry skin to explore the potential of investigational lotions and emollients in reducing the potential risk of food allergies in children with dry skin. Participation is voluntary and compensated. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eQ2bxgqC #Sponsored #ClinicalTrial #Research

Single Maintenance and Reliever Therapy (SMART) is for patients with moderate to severe asthma who need a combination treatment. Under asthma guidelines, SMART therapy is recommended for people with moderate to severe asthma, including children ages 5 and older. It is considered an easier and patient friendly treatment plan to follow. Join Allergy & Asthma Network and Dr. Angela Hogan in our upcoming webinar to learn about SMART therapy and other patient friendly asthma management strategies. 📅Thursday, July 25th ⏰4pm ET Register ➡️https://lnkd.in/gncv9U45 This Advances webinar is in partnership with the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. ACAAI offers CMEs for physicians and attendance credits for all others. If you are unable to attend, still register! We will send a link to you so you can view the on-demand recording.

Continuing our health equity work with our 'Roots and Resilience' video series - Thomas Silvera, MSHS-PH , CST, (DHSc-PH Candidate) shares how he always makes it a point to discuss his food allergies. Open communication about your allergies is crucial! The goal of this project is to increase patient and caregiver education while providing resources to improve prevention, treatment and management of this condition. These videos have been created based on the wants and needs of our two focus groups for Black People Like Me and Unidos Hablemos focus groups. ‘Roots and Resilience: Nourishing with Food Allergies’ is a new video series under our Black People Like Me initiative that explores the impact of food allergies on daily life within the Black community. Special thanks to Genentech for funding support to make the Roots and Resilience Video Series possible. Check out the video below! #FoodAllergies #BarberTalk #ShaveSafe #HealthEquity #HealthEquity #RootsAndResilience #AllergyAwareness #NutAllergies 🌰🥜 #FoodAllergyCommunity

Hives that last more than 6 weeks are chronic urticaria. Our Chronic Urticaria Toolkit is a one-stop place to learn about the signs, symptoms, treatment, and management of this condition that affects more than a half million people in the US. 👉ChronicHives.Info

Healthcare providers, make sure your asthma patients know the difference between Oral Corticosteroids (OCS)and Inhaled Corticosteroids (ICS). If patients frequently turn to OCS for asthma control, it could indicate uncontrolled asthma. Over-reliance on OCS can cause serious short- and long-term side effects. Learn more through this infographic and consider discussing a new treatment plan with your patients. 💼🫁💡 https://lnkd.in/dn7TE84 #AsthmaCare #OCSvsICS #PatientHealth

Were you not able to attend the recent ‘Health Disparities in the Allergy, Asthma, and Immunologic Health Diseases’’ webinar with Nancy Joseph, DO? Don’t worry, we have 5 key takeaways for you! 🌟 Key Takeaways: 🌟 1️⃣ Health disparities are differences in health linked to social, economic, and environmental factors. These differences affect people's health outcomes. 2️⃣ Health equity means giving everyone what they need to be healthy. It is not about giving everyone the same exact thing, but giving each person what they need based on their situation. 3️⃣ African American children have higher rates of food allergies than other racial and ethnic groups. They also have higher rates of severe reactions and ER visits due to food allergies. 4️⃣ Eczema is more common and more severe in African American children. They have more doctor visits and missed school days due to eczema. It is important to recognize that eczema looks different on Black and Brown skin. This understanding can help prevent under-diagnosis or misdiagnosis.  5️⃣ Efforts to address health disparities include improving access to care, increasing awareness, and providing education tailored to the needs of different communities. This helps ensure everyone gets the care they need. 🎥 We have the full recording and transcript of the webinar available at our website for your viewing!  https://lnkd.in/ePnVGn32 This Advances webinar is in partnership with the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI).