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Press Releases
Report Names Most Challenging U.S. Cities for Living with Asthma in 2024
NewsAAFA’s 2024 Asthma Capitals™ reveals factors that make living with asthma worse, offers tips for improved asthma management Washington D.C., September 10, 2024 — Today, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) released its 2024 Asthma...
Warning: September Asthma Spike Ahead
NewsAAFA highlights “perfect storm” brewing for people with asthma Washington, D.C., August 22, 2024 – The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) today warned about a combination of factors coming together to make September the worst month...
AAFA Statement on Indoor Air Quality and Healthy Schools Act
NewsHealthier indoor air at schools increases opportunities for learning Washington, D.C., July 25, 2024 – The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) supports the bipartisan Indoor Air Quality and Healthy Schools Act introduced today by Rep....
Safer Skies Ahead: Congress Approves Legislation Requiring Updates to Airline Emergency Medical Kits
NewsLaw designates kits must be equipped to address anaphylaxis Washington, DC, May 15, 2024 – The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is celebrating Congressional action that could lead to safer skies for travelers with potentially...
AAFA Co-Hosts Congressional Briefing Highlighting 25th Year of National Asthma Control Program
NewsWorld Asthma Day offers opportunity to reflect on success, focus on the future Washington, DC, May 7, 2024 – The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is celebrating the 25th year of the CDC’s National Asthma Control Program (NACP) on...
National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month Empowers Individuals and Communities
NewsAAFA celebrates 40th year of designating May to raise awareness and save lives Washington, DC, April 30, 2024 – Since 1984, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has designated May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month....
Maryland Becomes Fourth State to Enact Elijah’s Law to Protect Kids with Food Allergies
NewsAAFA celebrates action to make child care centers safer Washington, DC, April 26, 2024 – The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) celebrates the signing of Elijah’s Law in Maryland. The legislation, passed by the Maryland House and...
Digihaler Discontinuation May Cause Another Disruption in Care for People with Asthma
NewsAAFA urges patients to work with providers to find alternative treatment options Washington, DC, April 15, 2024 – In response to news that drug manufacturer Teva plans to discontinue U.S. distribution of its Digihaler® products, the Asthma and...
AAFA’s Advocacy for Health Equity Leads to White House Address on Asthma Inhaler Pricing
NewsPresident Biden and Senator Sanders spotlight asthma in fight to reduce health care costs Washington, DC, April 3, 2024 – As the leading advocacy organization focused on improving the access and affordability of asthma inhalers, the Asthma and...
AAFA Welcomes News of Lower Costs for GSK Asthma Inhalers
NewsTrend toward $35 monthly cost cap for inhalers a big win for millions of people with asthma Washington, DC, March 20, 2024 – The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) welcomes an announcement from drug manufacturer GSK that the company...
