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If you are a member of the press, and need to speak with an asthma or allergy expert for your story, please contact a member of AAFA’s communications team at (202) 974-1223 [1] or email media@aafa.org [2].
Press Releases
The Power of Community to Improve Asthma and Allergy Health [3]
NewsFor National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, AAFA promotes community care to improve life for people with asthma and allergic diseases Washington D.C., April 30, 2026 — This year, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) continues...
AAFA Highlights New Resources for Nasal Polyps in Recognition of Global CRSwNP Awareness Day [4]
NewsDeveloped with leading allergy and sinus specialists, AAFA’s resources help people better understand nasal polyps and communicate more effectively with their care team Washington D.C., April 23, 2026 — For the millions of people living with nasal...
World’s First Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certified Treated Carpet: Mohawk SmartStrand® Carpet Styles Enhanced with Pur-Ease™ Technology [5]
NewsIndependent certification verifies allergen reduction under defined test conditions Washington, D.C., April 13,2026 – The Asthma & Allergy Friendly Certification Program announces that Mohawk’s SmartStrand portfolio with Pur-Ease...
Sneezing Season Is Here: How to Manage Pollen Allergy So Symptoms Don’t Ruin Your Spring [6]
NewsAAFA’s 2026 Allergy Capitals® report highlights longer, more intense pollen seasons, offers information on managing symptoms Washington D.C., April 9, 2026 — The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America’s (AAFA) 2026 Allergy Capitals® report...
AAFA Calls on Federal Health Officials to Take Action on Food Allergies [7]
NewsLeading allergy medical societies and patient advocacy groups highlight path forward to advance food allergy prevention, treatment, and management Washington D.C., March 19, 2026 — The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), as well as...
AAFA’s 2026 Allergy Capitals Report Highlights Climate and Health Emergency [8]
NewsExtreme weather and warming temperatures fueled by climate change make pollen seasons longer, more intense, worsening seasonal pollen allergies for millions Washington D.C., March 10, 2026 — The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)...
New Study Identifies Over 300 Risk Factors for Food Allergy and Finds No Link to Vaccines [9]
NewsAAFA researchers contribute to study expanding understanding of food allergies Washington D.C., February 9, 2026 — A new study published today in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Pediatrics examines risk factors for...
AAFA Celebrates Continuation of CDC’s National Asthma Control Program, Calls on Congress to Fund Lifesaving Program in 2027 Budget [10]
NewsAdvocates breathe sigh of relief as critical CDC program earns congressional support Washington D.C., February 4, 2026 — The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) applauds Congress for protecting $33.5 million in funding for the Centers...
Amid COVID-19 Vaccine Confusion, New Tool Helps Guide Decision-Making [11]
NewsAAFA releases decision aid to provide information, guide conversations with doctors Washington D.C., January 14, 2026 — The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) announces the release of a new COVID-19 Vaccine Decision Aid, designed to...
AAFA Affirms Public Health Value of Vaccines As Nearly Everyone Is High Risk or Lives In Community With High Risk Individuals [12]
NewsLeading health advocacy organization says vaccines are safe, effective, and save lives Washington D.C., January 8,2026 — On January 5, 2026, under Health and Human Services Secretary Kennedy’s leadership, the Centers for Disease Control and...
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