Webinar: Biologics 101
Navigating the world of biologics can be complicated. But it doesn't have to be! If you’ve tried treatments for your asthma, food allergies, eczema, eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), or nasal polyps […]
- About
About
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), a not-for-profit organization founded in 1953, is the leading patient organization for people with asthma and allergies, and the oldest asthma and allergy patient group in the world.
- Asthma
Asthma
Nearly 28 million people in the United States have asthma. The best way to manage asthma is to avoid triggers, take medications to prevent symptoms, and prepare to treat asthma episodes if they occur.
- Allergies
Allergies
Allergies are one of the most common chronic diseases. An allergy occurs when the body’s immune system sees a substance as harmful and overreacts to it. The substances that cause allergic reactions are allergens.
- Programs
Programs
AAFA offers a variety of educational programs, resources and tools for patients, caregivers, and health professionals. AAFA launches educational awareness campaigns throughout the year. We teach the general public about asthma and allergic diseases.
- Research and Reports
Research and Reports
Research is an important part of our pursuit of better health. Through research, we gain better understanding of illnesses and diseases, new medicines, ways to improve quality of life and cures. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) conducts and promotes research for asthma and allergic diseases.
- Our Research
- Asthma Capitals
- Allergy Capitals
- Asthma Disparities in America
- AFFORD Asthma Study
- Anaphylaxis in America
- Atopic Dermatitis in America
- Food Allergy Anaphylaxis in Infants and Toddlers
- Life with Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)
- Life with Nasal Polyps
- My Life with Asthma
- My Life with Food Allergy
- Climate Change and Health Report
- Patient Focused Drug Development
- Access to Pseudoephedrine
- Our Research
- Advocacy
Advocacy
AAFA works to support public policies that will benefit people with asthma and allergies. Advocacy and public policy work are important for protecting the health and safety of those with asthma and allergies. We advocate for federal and state legislation as well as regulatory actions that will help you.
- Get Involved
Get Involved
There are several ways you can support AAFA in its mission to provide education and support to patients and families living with asthma and allergies. You can make a donation, fundraise for AAFA, take action in May for Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, and join a community to get the help and support you need.
- News
News
AAFA can connect you to all of the information and resources you need to help you learn more about asthma and allergic diseases.
- Donate
- Get Support
- Join the Community
- Login
- Blog
- Media
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Webinar (Patients and Caregivers)
- Events
- Webinar (Patients and Caregivers)
Webinar: Understanding Mild to Moderate Asthma
Asthma symptoms and severity can vary from person to person, especially if you have mild to moderate asthma. John James, MD, board-certified allergist, and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of […]
Food Allergen Labeling in Restaurants (Webinar)
Eating out with food allergies in the U.S. can be challenging. We need food allergen labeling laws for restaurants to help protect people with food allergies and prevent severe allergic […]
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