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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
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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/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260529
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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/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Awareness 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;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T150000
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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:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T180000
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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:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T123000
DTSTAMP:20260917T194604Z
CREATED:20260917T194604Z
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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;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTSTAMP:20260918T124057Z
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SUMMARY:Eczema Awareness Month 2026
DESCRIPTION:During October\, join the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) as we raise awareness of eczema. \nAround 18.9 million adults and 8 million children in the U.S. have eczema. This equals about 1 in 14 adults and 1 in 9 children.
URL:https://aafa.org/event/eczema-awareness-month-2026-begins/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261002
DTSTAMP:20260923T112119Z
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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/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTSTAMP:20260918T124444Z
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SUMMARY:National Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month 2026
DESCRIPTION:It’s National Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month. And it’s important to know the facts about indoor air: \n– Indoor air can be more polluted than outdoor air\n– Asthma and allergy triggers and airway irritants can be found in indoor air\n– Indoor air pollution can affect your health
URL:https://aafa.org/event/national-indoor-air-quality-awareness-month-2026/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T140000
DTSTAMP:20261008T201333Z
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SUMMARY:Buddies on the Go
DESCRIPTION:Calling All K–12 Families in the Boston Area Food Allergy Community!\n\n\nJoin the Mass General Brigham for Children Food Allergy Buddies Program for our first event of the 2026-2027 Buddies year: Buddies on the Go! \n\n\n Bigs & Middles: Arrive at 10:30 AM\n Littles: Arrive at 11:30 AM\n Event ends: 2:00 PM\n\n\nCome spend the day with other Buddies and families in our food allergy community! We’ll have fun activities\, opportunities to connect\, and more.\n\n\nThis is a no food event so please eat before coming and have a snack ready for the car ride home.\n\n\nWe can’t wait to kick off another year of Buddies together!
URL:https://aafa.org/event/buddies-on-the-go/
LOCATION:Larz Anderson Park Shelter\, Brookline\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTSTAMP:20261014T124756Z
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SUMMARY:World Chronic Cough Day
DESCRIPTION:World Chronic Cough Day (WCCD) is a global opportunity to raise awareness and understanding of chronic cough\, a condition that can have a significant impact on everyday life and is often overlooked or misunderstood. \nBy coming together\, we can help improve recognition of chronic cough among healthcare professionals\, the media\, and the public\, while supporting better care\, research\, and understanding for people living with the condition. \nJoin us in raising awareness worldwide. Stay tuned to our channels and visit www.chroniccough.gaapp.org for updates and ways to get involved.
URL:https://aafa.org/event/world-chronic-cough-day/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261029
DTSTAMP:20260930T185943Z
CREATED:20260917T200558Z
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SUMMARY:Chronic Cough Patient Focused Drug Development (PFDD)
DESCRIPTION:“Let’s Talk Cough” is a rare opportunity to share your experience directly with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)\, life science companies\, doctors\, and researchers. Your input will help shape the development of new medical therapies and approaches to treating and monitoring chronic cough. \nWatch the externally-led patient-focused drug development (EL-PFDD) meeting that will take place in person and virtually.
URL:https://aafa.org/event/chronic-cough-patient-focused-drug-development-pfdd/
LOCATION:Online\, Washington\, DC\, United States
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