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SUMMARY:Urticaria Day (UDAY) 2026
DESCRIPTION:AAFA joins We CU\, Allergy & Asthma Network\, and The Mast Cell Disease Society\, Inc. (TMS) in recognizing Urticaria Day (UDAY) on October 1\, 2026. \nWhat is urticaria (hives)? \nHives (urticaria) are a type of swelling of the skin and are a common symptom of allergic reactions. Hives are itchy\, raised bumps\, called welts or wheals\, on the skin. They can look like bug bites. Hives can be acute (lasting a short time) or chronic (lasting longer than 6 weeks). \n\nAcute hives are defined as hives lasting between a few minutes\, hours\, or days and no longer than 6 weeks. They can happen for a few reasons: allergic reaction\, infection\, or inflammation in the body.\nContact hives are a form of acute hives. The hives occur at the site of contact with the allergen or irritating substance\, up to 1 hour after the exposure. Contact hives can often go away if the area is washed off\, and otherwise usually go away within a day.\nChronic hives (chronic urticaria) occur almost daily and by definition have to last for more than 6 weeks. They are rarely caused by an allergic reaction to food or environmental trigger. The two common types of chronic hives are chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU)\, which are hives that occur for no known reason\, and chronic inducible urticaria (CIndU). CIndU are hives triggered by known physical factors such as cold\, heat\, pressure\, friction\, vibrations\, exercising\, sweating\, and UV sunlight (rare).\n\nAbout UDAY 2026: \n\nThe theme of UDAY 2026 is Take Back Control From Itch to Understanding.\nThis awareness day aims to highlight the unmet needs of people living with urticaria and the vital role of clinical research in driving progress.\nUDAY 2026 is supported by the Urticaria Network E.V. (UNEV)\, the UCARE network\, Global Allergy & Airways Patient Platform\, and many organizations worldwide.
URL:https://aafa.org/event/urticaria-day-uday-2026/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T123000
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SUMMARY:AAFA Allies Fun Run and Walk
DESCRIPTION:Anthony doesn’t let his five food allergies and asthma define him. He is an athlete\, a student\, and an advocate for the asthma and allergy community. This year\, he’s joining a nationwide community of fundraisers and supporters championing AAFA’s mission to improve the lives of the asthma and allergy community by bringing the AAFA Allies Fun Run & Walk to North Carolina. \nJoin Anthony and the AAFA Allies community on Saturday\, September 26 for a morning of connection\, awareness\, and action. \nTogether\, we can create a future with healthier spaces\, better treatment options\, and improved quality of life for people living with asthma and allergies.
URL:https://aafa.org/event/aafa-allies-fun-run-and-walk/
LOCATION:Fred G. Bond Metro Park\, 100 Bond Park Drive\, Cary\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T180000
DTSTAMP:20260521T202219Z
CREATED:20260521T202219Z
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SUMMARY:The Black Man’s Health Festival® 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Black Man’s Health Festival® 2026 is back—and bigger than ever—as we celebrate 5 years. \nPresented by Heart\, Body & Soul\, Inc.\, in partnership with the Office of Councilmember Chi Ossé and Weeksville Heritage Center\, this FREE community experience centers Black men’s wellness\, joy\, and transformation through culture\, creativity\, and connection. \nWe’re taking over Brooklyn with powerful programming\, community vibes\, and meaningful conversations—and you’re invited. \nWalk & Talk\n🕒 10 AM – 11 AM | 📍 Weeksville Heritage Center \nStart your day with movement and connection. Led by Chris Williams (Heart\, Body & Soul) and Quincy France (QFrance Wellness)\, this experience blends light fitness with real conversations around health\, healing\, and brotherhood. \nCome build\, connect\, and set the tone for your weekend. \nRegistration for Walk & Talk opens ahead of the festival—spots are limited. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @iamheartbodysoul to be the first to know when sign-ups go live. \nThe Black Man’s Health Festival® & Community Block Party\n🕒 11 AM – 6 PM | 📍 Weeksville Heritage Center \nJoin us for a high-energy celebration of wellness and community. Enjoy live DJ sets\, fitness activations\, yoga and breathwork\, panel discussions\, a film screening and more. \nTap into free grooming services at the Self-Care Lounge\, relax in the Soulful Sanctuary with massage and holistic care\, and connect with health experts and community resources. \nExplore\, engage\, and experience a day designed to uplift mind\, body\, and spirit—while enjoying great food\, music\, and culture. \nRegistration for the Self-Care Lounge opens ahead of the festival and fills quickly. Follow @iamheartbodysoul so you don’t miss your chance to reserve a spot. \nWho Should Attend?\nBlack and brown men\, women\, families\, friends\, and allies—anyone committed to better health and stronger communities. \nIn Partnership With:\nNOWINCLUDED • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center • Arthur Ashe Institute of Urban Health • 651 Arts • WhereItzAt • Irie Jam Media \nCome celebrate\, connect\, and take a step toward better health—together. \nRegister today and be part of the movement. \nAbout Heart\, Body & Soul\nHeart\, Body & Soul\, Inc. (HBS) is a Brooklyn-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit created to serve communities of color—particularly Black men in underserved communities—by improving physical and mental health outcomes and strengthening communication between Black men\, their healthcare providers\, and their families. \nThrough its annual signature event\, The Black Man’s Health Festival®\, along with virtual and in-person discussions\, pop-up events\, and health screenings\, HBS creates space for the medical community\, holistic practitioners\, fitness professionals\, food and nutrition experts\, and mental health professionals to engage directly with the community—ensuring Black men are empowered to make informed decisions about their health and well-being. \nLearn more at: https://www.iamhbs.org/
URL:https://aafa.org/event/the-black-mans-health-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Weeksville Heritage Center\, 158 Buffalo Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11213\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T152029Z
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SUMMARY:Sacramento Food Allergy Awareness Walk - Sacramento\, California
DESCRIPTION:Build a Dine Allergy Safe Future \nFor the first time in U.S. history\, large restaurant chains in California will be required to label the top 9 allergens on menus\, starting July 1\, 2026. Now we take it national. \nAddieTellsAll and FoodSage are proud to launch the Dine Allergy Safe Fund\, a designated fund of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). \nEveryone should have the information they need to make empowered choices at the table. This campaign fuels the research\, advocacy\, and education needed to make dining out better for the millions of people managing food allergies. \nThe ADDE Act (SB68) made history. Similar bills have been introduced in six more states. The momentum is real. The movement is here. \nJoin us at our kickoff event\, donate to the Dine Allergy Safe Fund\, or start a fundraising team today. \nAttend the Sacramento Food Allergy Awareness Walk \nCelebrate this historic milestone and march for what comes next. We’re rallying support for national expansion\, and we want you to join us. \n\n\n\nWhen\nSaturday\, May 30\, 2026\, at 9 a.m.\n\n\nWhere\nCalifornia State Capitol Park\nWest Side Front Lawn\n1300 L St.\nSacramento\, CA 95814\n\n\nRegistration\n$10 (kids under 12 are free)\n\n\n\n  \nSpace is limited. Register today.\n  \n\nDonate to the Dine Allergy Safe Fund \nYou can make a lasting impact by donating to AAFA’s Dine Allergy Safe Fund. Your donation will support the research\, education\, and advocacy that can drive allergen transparency laws nationwide. \nDonate today! \n\nStart a Fundraising Team \nDo you want to make an even bigger impact? \nStart a fundraising team!\nRally your friends\, family\, or coworkers and fundraise together. Set up your team in minutes\, share it with your network\, and turn your community into a force for change.
URL:https://aafa.org/event/sacramento-food-allergy-awareness-walk-sacramento-california/
LOCATION:California State Capitol Park West Side Front Lawn\, 1300 L St.\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events,Local Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T143000
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SUMMARY:Valerie Vison Memorial Golf Tournament - Edina\, Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:Valerie Vison was a beloved wife\, daughter\, sister\, co-worker\, and friend. She tragically lost her battle with mental health in 2024. Her husband of more than a decade passed a few years prior due to an asthma attack in their home. After his passing\, Valerie was passionate about funding for asthma advocacy. They are why we’re partnering with the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) to host the inaugural The Valerie – Shining a Light Golf Tournament. \nJoin us on Friday\, May 29\, at Braemar Golf Course in Edina\, Minnesota. Shotgun start is at 8 a.m.\, followed by a luncheon and awards at noon after golf. We would love to see you. All are welcome! If you are unable to attend\, you can make a donation. \nAll donations will go to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)\, which is the leading patient organization for people with asthma and allergies. All donations support their mission to save and improve the quality of life for people with asthma and allergies through support\, research\, education\, and advocacy. \nThank you for your support!
URL:https://aafa.org/event/valerie-vison-memorial-golf-tournament-edina-minnesota/
LOCATION:Braemar Golf Course\, 6364 John Harris Drive\, Edina\, MN\, 55439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events,Local Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTSTAMP:20260331T200206Z
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SUMMARY:AAFA Remembrance Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:On May 28\, 2026\, of National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month\, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and our division Kids with Food Allergies (KFA) are holding a Remembrance Day in honor of family members and loved ones who’ve passed from asthma or anaphylaxis. We also take time to remember other people who have needlessly been lost to preventable deaths. \nOn average\, 9 people in the U.S. die from asthma each day. A few hundred die each year because of serious allergic reactions\, called anaphylaxis [anna-fih-LACK-sis]. Most of these deaths were preventable. We believe one life lost to asthma or anaphylaxis is one too many. \nOn this day\, we reflect on our mission to save lives and reduce the burden of these diseases on individuals\, families\, and caregivers. \nWe dedicate May 28 as a time to celebrate and honor lives lost and to continue to make a difference in memory of the people who live in our hearts forever. \nIf you would like to honor someone on Remembrance Day\, send us a message at: stories@aafa.org.
URL:https://aafa.org/event/aafa-remembrance-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTSTAMP:20260514T203536Z
CREATED:20260305T160240Z
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SUMMARY:World EoE Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:AAFA joins the EoE Day Alliance in recognizing World Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) Day on May 22\, 2026. The theme selected for World EoE Day 2026 is “Food Shouldn’t Hurt.” \nWhat is eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE)? \nEosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic (long-term) allergic disease that affects the esophagus – the tube that carries the water and food you swallow to the stomach. When you have EoE\, eosinophils\, a type of white blood cell\, build up in the lining of the esophagus. Allergies\, mainly to foods\, cause this buildup\, and it can lead to swelling\, injury\, and inflammation. With EoE\, swallowing can become difficult\, or you might feel like food is getting stuck in your throat. \n#EoEDay aims to: \n\nRaise awareness of EoE and its symptoms\nEncourage people to seek medical advice for signs like difficulty swallowing or persistent reflux\nAdvocate for better care\, research\, and access to treatment
URL:https://aafa.org/event/world-eoe-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
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CREATED:20260306T160637Z
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SUMMARY:Type 2 Inflammation (Allergic Conditions) Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) designates May 18-22 to be Type 2 Inflammation (Allergic Conditions) Awareness Week. Allergic conditions span a wide range\, including asthma\, seasonal allergies\, eczema\, hives\, food allergies\, nasal polyps\, and mast cell disorders. This community of diseases are connected and often overlap. For example\, it is common for babies who have eczema to then develop food allergies\, seasonal allergies\, and asthma – which is the leading chronic disease among children in the U.S. \nThese conditions are often connected by type 2 inflammation. \nWhat Allergic Conditions Are Connected? \n\nAsthma\nAtopic dermatitis\, a type of eczema\nAllergies (pollen\, food\, dust mite\, mold\, animal dander\, latex\, drug\, and other)\nEosinophilic esophagitis (EoE)\nPollen food allergy syndrome (PFAS)\, also known as oral allergy syndrome (OAS)\nNasal polyps\, also known as chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps\nPrurigo nodularis\nMastocytosis and mast cell activation syndrome\n\nIt is common for people with one type of allergic condition to have more than one of these diseases. If you have symptoms like coughing\, itching\, congestion\, sneezing\, or difficulty eating foods\, talk with your doctor. \nFor more information\, visit:\nMay Is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month: aafa.org/awareness\nType 2 Inflammation: aafa.org/type2
URL:https://aafa.org/event/allergic-conditions-awareness-week-2026/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260414T203627Z
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SUMMARY:National Eosinophil Awareness Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:AAFA joins the American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders (APFED) in recognizing National Eosinophil Awareness Week\, May 17-23\, 2026. The purpose of this week is to create awareness and educate both the general public and the medical community about eosinophil-associated diseases. \nEosinophils are a type of white blood cell. The purpose of these white blood cells is to help you fight infections. Sometimes these immune cells are over-reactive and cause inflammation in the body. When a person has elevated numbers of eosinophils in their digestive system\, tissues\, organs\, and/or bloodstream\, without a known cause\, they may have an eosinophil-associated disease. \nThe purpose of this week is to create awareness and educate both the general public and the medical community about eosinophil-associated diseases.
URL:https://aafa.org/event/national-eosinophil-awareness-week-2026/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T190000
DTSTAMP:20260331T201420Z
CREATED:20260331T192327Z
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SUMMARY:Bounce Into Food Allergy Awareness - Issaquah\, Washington
DESCRIPTION:Kokanee Shelter at Lake Sammamish State Park\, Issaquah\, Washington \nNote: There is a fee to park. \nJoin us for a day of community\, education\, and fun! \nThe King Family and Kids with Food Allergies (KFA)\, a division of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)\, is co-hosting a free community event to celebrate Food Allergy Awareness Month. Everyone is welcome! Bring the kids and enjoy a bounce house\, family-friendly activities\, and resources to help navigate food allergies with confidence. You can also hear how KFA is empowering families to live full\, active lives. \nRegistration is free. But\, if you’re able\, please consider donating to Kids with Food Allergies (KFA). Your gift helps ensure every family has the knowledge\, support\, and confidence they need to thrive. \n\nDo you want to make an even bigger impact? Start a fundraising team! \nRally your friends\, family\, or coworkers to fundraise together before the event. Create your own fundraising team\, share it with your network\, and collect donations to KFA online. It’s easy and only takes a few minutes to set up. \nStart a fundraiser. \nThe team that raises the most money by May 13 earns exclusive use of the bounce house from 11 a.m. until noon.
URL:https://aafa.org/event/bounce-into-food-allergy-awareness-issaquah-washington/
LOCATION:Kokanee Shelter at Lake Sammamish State Park\, 2182 NW Sammamish Rd\, Issaquah\, WA\, 98027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events,Local Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T203730Z
CREATED:20260331T190852Z
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SUMMARY:Asthma Allies Fun Run and Walk - Hilliard\, Ohio
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, May 9\, 2026\, from 9:30 a.m. until noon at Hilliard Davidson High School Stadium for the 2nd annual Asthma Allies Fun Run & Walk. \nHosted by Marisa’s Mascots and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America\, this event brings our community together to honor the people who have died from asthma (about 10 people each day in the U.S.) and to stand with the 28 million people living with asthma throughout the country. \nWhether you walk\, run\, give\, or cheer\, your support fuels life-changing education advocacy and research programs that help save and improve lives. \nBe part of the impact: sign up\, bring a team\, or donate today!
URL:https://aafa.org/event/asthma-allies-fun-run-and-walk-hilliard-ohio/
LOCATION:Hilliard Davidson Stadium\, 5100 Davidson Rd\, Hilliard\, OH\, 43026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events,Local Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T194321Z
CREATED:20260501T194209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T194321Z
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SUMMARY:World Asthma Day Detroit - hosted by Climate Action Campaign
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, May 5\, 2025\, at 11:00 AM\, health professionals\, environmental justice advocates\, and a Detroit resident living with asthma will gather at William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor to mark World Asthma Day with a clear message: Michiganders are not expendable. \nAsthma affects 28 million Americans\, causing approximately 3\,500 deaths and 1 million emergency room visits every year and 44% of Americans now live in areas with unhealthy levels of ozone or particle pollution\, according to the American Lung Association’s 2026 State of the Air report. Detroit’s air quality is among the worst in the nation. Detroit’s frontline communities know this crisis firsthand. Black Americans are nearly 1.5 times more likely to be diagnosed with asthma and five times more likely to visit an emergency room because of it.  This disparity is driven in part by decades of redlining\, predatory zoning\, and industrial pollution concentrated in communities of color. \nThe Trump administration’s Polluters First Agenda is making things worse. By loosening restrictions on soot\, tailpipe\, climate\, and chemical pollution\, Donald Trump and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin have created a toxic cocktail of carcinogens that Detroiters are forced to breathe every day while treating their lives as expendable. \nThis World Asthma Day\, speakers will demand that the EPA uphold science\, and protect the communities most harmed by pollution. Clean air is not a partisan issue and Americans are not expendable. \nWHO: \n\nKathleen Slonager\, RN\, AE-C\, Executive Director\, AAFA Michigan Chapter\nThomasenia Weston\, Detroit Resident Impacted by Asthma\nSandra Turner-Handy\, Interim Executive Director\, Detroiters Working for Environmental Justice\nBryan Smigielski\, Michigan Campaign Organizer\, Sierra Club\n\n  \nAbout the Climate Action Campaign \nClimate Action Campaign (CAC) is a vibrant coalition driving ambitious\, durable\, equitable federal action to tackle the climate crisis. By cutting carbon pollution and accelerating the transition to clean energy\, we will improve public health and create a more resilient economy and a more sustainable future for all.
URL:https://aafa.org/event/world-asthma-day-detroit-hosted-by-climate-action-campaign/
LOCATION:Detroit Riverwalk\, near the Cullen Family Carousel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T234114Z
CREATED:20260429T234114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T234114Z
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual Asthma Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:The New York City Asthma Network (NYCAN) is hosting a free community resource fair on World Asthma Day\, May 5\, 2026. \nEveryone is welcome. There will be free asthma education and resources\, fun activities\, food\, giveaways\, and more! \nLearn more.
URL:https://aafa.org/event/2nd-annual-asthma-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Andrew Freedman Home (Grand Ballroom)\, 1125 Grand Concourse\, Bronx\, NY\, 10452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events,Local Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260506
DTSTAMP:20260415T150422Z
CREATED:20260305T162617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T150422Z
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SUMMARY:World Asthma Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) celebrates World Asthma Day 2026 with the theme of “Access to anti-inflammatory inhalers for everyone with asthma – still an urgent need.” GINA continues to emphasize the need to ensure that all people with asthma can access inhaled medications that are essential for controlling the underlying disease and treating attacks. \nOn World Asthma Day\, AAFA will host a press briefing at the U.S. Capitol and visit congressional offices to call attention to challenges faced by people with asthma and allergies.   \nWe will be asking Congress to take action on:   \n\nMore affordable asthma and allergy treatments \n\n\nBetter health care coverage \n\n\nReduced barriers to health care \n\n\nGuidelines\, regulations\, and oversight to support healthy spaces \n\n\nFederal investment in asthma and allergy programs and research
URL:https://aafa.org/event/world-asthma-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260305T163009Z
CREATED:20260305T163009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T163009Z
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SUMMARY:Food Allergy Awareness Month 2026
DESCRIPTION:During National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month\, we also focus on food allergy awareness. \nA food allergy occurs when the body’s immune system sees a certain food as harmful and reacts by causing allergic symptoms. Foods that cause allergic reactions are allergens. \nAbout 20 million people in the U.S. have food allergies (16 million adults and 4 million children). We commonly hear about children with food allergies. But people can develop a food allergy at any age. Many adults develop food allergies even without a prior history of allergies. \nThere is no cure for food allergies. The only way to prevent an allergic reaction is to avoid the food you are allergic to. The good news is with the right steps\, you can manage your food allergies and live a full life. \nFind food allergy awareness information and social media tools on our Kids with Food Allergies website.
URL:https://aafa.org/event/food-allergy-awareness-month-2026/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTSTAMP:20260113T131955Z
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SUMMARY:Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month 2026 Begins
DESCRIPTION:Since 1984\, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has declared May as “National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month.” It is a peak season for people with asthma and allergies and a perfect time to educate patients\, family\, friends\, co-workers\, and other people about allergic diseases. \nJoin us through May as we raise awareness about asthma\, allergies\, and other allergic diseases through education and advocacy.
URL:https://aafa.org/event/asthma-and-allergy-awareness-month-2026-begins/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events
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SUMMARY:Global CRSwNP Awareness Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:April 23\, 2026\, Global CRSwNP Awareness Day. Also known as chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP)\, nasal polyps are small growths on the lining inside the nose and sinuses. They are not cancerous and are usually soft and painless. They are shaped like hanging grapes or teardrops. \nAAFA provides resources to help you understand and manage your nasal polyps. These include: \n\nSinus Visit Checklist for Nasal Polyps: A Guide for You and Your Doctors\nA Guide to Nasal Polyps: A guide with information about managing nasal polyps.\nLife with Nasal Polyps report: A report published by AAFA. It uses insights from a patient/caregiver survey to identify and provide opportunities for improving nasal polyp care in the United States.\nNasal Polyps educational webinars: AAFA offers a variety of free webinars for people with nasal polyps and their caregivers. Check out our programs.\n\nThis content was produced independently by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America and made possible in part by support from Amgen\, Sanofi\, and Regeneron.
URL:https://aafa.org/event/global-crswnp-awareness-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T140000
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SUMMARY:Gain Control of Your Food Allergies (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday\, Oct. 30 at 2 p.m. ET for a patient education program on new food allergy treatment options. AAFA’s Chief Medical Officer\, Dr. Matthew Greenhawt\, is part of an expert panel that will discuss: \n\nWhat’s new in food allergy diagnosis and treatment\nWho may benefit from new treatment options\nHow epinephrine nasal spray works\nHow to take an active role in your food allergy management\n\nRegister now to learn what new advances in food allergy treatment could mean for you.
URL:https://aafa.org/event/gain-control-of-your-food-allergies-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Patients and Caregivers)
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