May 15, 2019
Dr. Gary Steven presented a webinar about COPD: what it is: how it compares and contrasts with asthma; measuring lung function and principles of treatment.
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Medical, Patient and Building Associations Come Together to Tackle Home Asthma Triggers
The Network joins the Healthy Home Working Group to encourage use of a new online environmental action plan tool to identify allergy and asthma triggers.
Amusement Parks Take Food Allergies Seriously
Tips for having an enjoyable and safe experience at amusement parks if you or a family member has food allergies.
Ask the Allergist: The Value of Shared Decision Making
Dr. Don Bukstein answers the Ask the Allergist question: how can doctors and patients have a shared conversation to determine the best treatment plan?
Microbiome in Allergy and Immunology
April 24, 2019
Learn about the human microbiome and the evidence regarding its role in inflammation and allergies, and how bacteria modulate the immune system.
Ask the Allergist: Breaking the Itch-Scratch Cycle
Dr. Stanley Fineman answers the Ask the Allergist question: when my eczema flares, it’s hard to keep from scratching. How can I stop this cycle?
Tia Mowry Shares How Peanut Allergies Impact Her Family
Tina Morey, the actress, of ‘Sister, Sister’ fame, is opening up about how she manages her son’s peanut allergy – and encourages others to do the same.
The Importance of Sleep in Asthma & Allergic Disease
March 13, 2019
This webinar covered sleep disturbances and their association with asthma, allergies and eczema; therapeuic interventions and sleep hygiene.
4 Steps To a Successful Telehealth Appointment
Learn about telehealth, online video conferencing with your doctor, and four tips for making a telehealth visit successful if you have asthma or allergies.
Food Allergy Immunotherapy Continues to Show Promise
The results of research studies demonstrate promise for effective treatment of peanut allergy and egg allergy immunotherapy.
Allergy Shots May Treat Eczema, Too
Results of a new study show that treatment with immunotherapy for allergies may also help eczema and nasal allergy symptoms.
Conference for Asthma Research and Education – Aug. 24
Join us in Chicago on August 24th at the Conference for Asthma Research and Education (CARE) to learn about the latest in asthma research and how to manage your asthma and allergies.
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