AAFA’s 2024 Allergy Capitals™ report names most challenging cities for living with allergies, OKC - Fifth; Tulsa - Sixth in the top Ten
Washington D.C., March 14, 2024 — The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) released its 2024 Allergy Capitals™ report detailing the most challenging cities in the United States for living with allergies. The full report can be found at allergycapitals.com.…
FDA Approves Takeda’s EOHILIA (budesonide oral suspension), the First and Only Oral Treatment in the U.S. for Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)
12 Weeks of Treatment with EOHILIA May Address Significant Unmet Needs of Patients 11 Years of Age and Older EoE Is a Chronic Disease That Can Significantly Impact Patients, with Esophageal Inflammation and Intermittent Symptoms of Choking and Difficult or…
FDA Approves First Medication to Help Reduce Allergic Reactions to Multiple Foods After Accidental Exposure
February 16, 2024 Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Xolair (omalizumab) injection for immunoglobulin E-mediated food allergy in certain adults and children 1 year or older for the reduction of allergic reactions (Type I), including reducing the risk of anaphylaxis,…
Itchy Eyes
Have your eyes been itchy and driving you crazy? It might not be what you think it is. Allergic conjunctivitis with hay fever, dry eye, pink eye or blepharitis could lead to wrong treatment and side effects. With an estimated…
Biologics for the Management of Severe Asthma
For many patients with asthma, their asthma is controlled by identifying and avoiding triggers, taking a daily inhaled or oral controller medication, and using a quick-relief inhaler when symptoms develop. For some patients though, these medications are not enough to control…
Respiratory Illnesses Are Still Going Strong, But Things May Be Slightly Improving
Flu, COVID-19, and other respiratory sickness activity remains high throughout much of the country. With the new year underway, you can expect more coughing, runny noses, and fevers in the weeks ahead. As of January 12, cases of flu, COVID-19, and RSV are elevated across…
New Year’s Resolutions for Asthma and Allergies
Source: Asthma and Allergy Network Tips to help you gain better control Are you tired of your nagging cough or runny nose? Does the thought of spring flowers immediately make you want to sneeze? Are you looking for new ways…
Asthma, Allergies and Pregnancy
If you are pregnant and have asthma or allergies, you may feel uneasy about taking medications, but it is very important to keep your symptoms under control. How do you stay healthy and know which medications are best for you during your…
Do you have the winter sniffles?
5 ways you can manage indoor winter allergies Do you suffer from itchy eyes, a runny nose or a scratchy throat during winter? Do you often find yourself coughing, sneezing and having trouble breathing? Chances are you may have indoor…
How Can I Control Indoor Allergens and Improve Indoor Air Quality?
From the Asthma and Allergy Foundation https://aafa.org Allergy and asthma control begins at home. Many people with allergies stay indoors when pollen and mold is high. But dust mites, pet dander and even cockroaches can cause problems indoors.1 The Environmental…