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Press Releases
AAFA Calls on Congress to Restore Lifesaving National Asthma Control Program
NewsTrump Administration eliminating program proven to improve asthma outcomes and save lives Washington, D.C., May 5, 2025 – On May 6, 2025 – World Asthma Day – the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) will visit the U.S. Capitol to call...
Make Asthma and Allergy Treatments Accessible for All
NewsNational Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month highlights need for improved access to lifesaving medicines and health care Washington, D.C., April 30, 2025 – This year, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) continues a tradition...
AAFA Announces Innovative Program in Texas Serving Communities Facing Highest Rates of Asthma
NewsWorking with Health Care Originals and Rabbit Air, AAFA’s HEAL initiative addresses gaps in asthma care by supporting patients with limited access to health care and resources Washington, DC, April 17, 2025 - The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of...
CDC Layoffs Deliver Devastating Blow to Respiratory Health
NewsProgram cuts will affect millions of people with asthma and allergies Washington D.C., April 1, 2025 —The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is deeply concerned about recent reductions in force (RIFs) at the Centers for Disease...
Pollen Seasons Are Longer and More Intense, Affecting Millions
NewsAAFA report reveals most challenging places for living with seasonal allergies Washington D.C., March 18, 2025 — The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) released its 2025 Allergy Capitals™ report detailing the most challenging places...
Federal Support for People with Asthma and Allergies at Risk
NewsAsthma and Allergy Foundation of America Urges Policymakers to Protect Critical Health and Disability Protections Washington, D.C., March 14, 2025 – The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is deeply concerned about recent federal...
AAFA Joins Patient Groups in Opposition to House Budget Resolution that Threatens Medicaid Coverage for Millions
NewsWashington, D.C., February 25, 2025 – This week, the House of Representatives is expected to consider a budget resolution instructing the House Energy and Commerce Committee to cut spending by $880 billion, with most of these cuts expected to...
Blueair Earns Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification for Its Classic Pro CP7i Air Purifier
NewsThis designation expands choices for people seeking products to improve indoor air quality Washington, D.C., February 20, 2025 – The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) proudly announce...
Elevating Indoor Air Quality Standards: Kimberly-Clark’s New Kleenex® Air Filters Earn Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification
NewsKleenex® Elite Allergen Air Filters MERV 12 and 13 meet strict standards for capturing pollen, allergens, and other microparticles. Washington, D.C., February 17, 2025 – The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards...
Potential Threats to Progress in Advancing Asthma and Allergy Health
NewsAsthma and Allergy Foundation of America Reaffirms Commitment to Protect Vulnerable Communities Washington, D.C., January 29, 2025 – On behalf of over 100 million people in the United States with asthma and allergic diseases, the Asthma and...
