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Press Releases
Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America Announces 2023 Allergy Capitals
NewsWichita, Kansas ranked most challenging city in the U.S. for pollen allergies Washington, D.C., March 15, 2023 — Today, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) released its annual Allergy Capitals™ report for 2023. The report...
AAFA Promotes Health Equity and Improves Accessibility and Support With New Websites
NewsThe world's oldest asthma and allergy nonprofit organization celebrates 70 years of research, education, advocacy, and community outreach. Washington D.C., January 12, 2023 — In celebration of its 70th anniversary in 2023, the Asthma and Allergy...
AAFA Applauds EPA’s $1 Billion Investment in Clean School Buses to Benefit Millions of Children With Asthma
NewsThe Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) applauds the Biden Administration’s announcement of nearly $1 billion in awards for the Clean School Bus Program to 389 school districts across the country. The clean school bus program will...
2022 Allergy Capitals Report Highlights Most Challenging Cities for Fall Allergies
NewsThe #1 Allergy Capital, Scranton, Pennsylvania, also ranks as the #1 most challenging city in the U.S. for fall pollen allergies Washington D.C., September 28, 2022 — For the second year in a row, Scranton, Pennsylvania, is the most challenging...
New ‘Voice of the Patient’ Report Highlights Unmet Needs of Asthma in Childhood
NewsFour nonprofit organizations collaborate to bring findings to the FDA Washington D.C., September 20, 2022 — Today, the Allergy & Asthma Network, American Lung Association, American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders (APFED), and Asthma...
AAFA’s 2022 Asthma Capitals™ Report Lists Most Challenging Cities to Live in the U.S. With Asthma
NewsDetroit, Michigan takes the top spot for 2022; report urges caution for asthma spike in month of September Washington D.C., September 14, 2022 — Today, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) rolled out its 2022 Asthma CapitalsTM...
Historic Bill Will Help Over 60 Million People with Asthma and Allergies
NewsThe Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) applauds congressional passage of the Inflation Reduction Act and looks forward to further prioritizing access to affordable, quality healthcare for asthma and allergy patients. Washington D.C.,...
AAFA Launches New Health Equity Initiative for Communities Facing Highest Burden of Asthma
NewsThe HEAL Innovation program aims to reduce disparities in asthma by investing in community- based programs. Amgen Contributes $1 Million to First Year of HEAL Innovation. Washington D.C., May 3, 2022 — Today, on World Asthma Day, the Asthma and...
AAFA Asks Congress to Act on the Growing Asthma and Allergy Burden on Individuals and Communities
NewsAAFA takes annual advocacy efforts to Capitol Hill with virtual rounds Washington, D.C., April 26, 2022 – Patient advocates and leadership from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) appeal to U.S. representatives and senators to act...
AAFA Urges President Biden to Act As Asthma Deaths Rise
NewsIntersection between health, climate, and equity magnifies need Washington, D.C., March 31, 2022 – Today, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) requested President Biden to proclaim May as “National Asthma and Allergy Awareness...
