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January 8, 2026

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AAN In the Spotlight at National Health Council

Allergy & Asthma Network is proud to be the newest member of the National Health Council. In a recent blog post, CEO Lynda Mitchell highlights the Network’s mission and commitment to outreach, education, advocacy and research. “We share National Health Council’s focus on patient-centered healthcare,” Lynda says. “Meaningful partnerships and the active involvement of patients are essential to strengthening health systems and improving outcomes.”

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AAN Advocates for Epinephrine Access at Hearing

Director of Advocacy Nissa Shaffi recently participated in a panel discussion hosted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Duke-Margolis Institute for Health Policy on expanding access to epinephrine in community settings. Nissa detailed policy solutions to improve affordability, school staff training, and first responder resources while reducing insurance barriers so people can get life-saving care they need.


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New Resource for Chronic Urticaria in Skin of Color

Allergy & Asthma Network partnered with Novartis and Genentech to launch a new Chronic Urticaria in Skin of Color online resource. The webpage highlights how chronic urticaria can appear differently in Black and Hispanic/Latino people and raises awareness of symptoms. It features three patient stories and a photo gallery to help people better understand chronic urticaria across diverse skin tones.

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Allergy & Asthma in the News

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    Understanding the New Childhood Vaccine Guidelines

    By Nissa Shaffi, Director of Advocacy, Allergy & Asthma Network In January 2026, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the…

  • A woman is feeding a baby with a pink spoon at a table. The baby is wearing a bib and is focused on the spoon, while the woman looks at the baby with a gentle expression. A pink bowl is placed in front of them.

    USDA Updates Dietary Guidelines to Include Introduction of Food Allergens

    Updated USDA Dietary Guidelines recommend introduction of potential food allergens to children in the first year of life.

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    Allergy & Asthma Network 40th Anniversary: A Legacy of Outreach

    Explore 40 years of advancements in allergy and asthma care, celebrating achievements and looking ahead.

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Podcasts

Understanding Food Allergy Labels

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Our new podcast reviews how to read food allergy labels, including where to find allergen information and how to understand “may contain” label warnings.

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Recent & Upcoming Webinars

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    Severe and Uncontrolled Asthma: Tailoring Therapies for Complex Patients (New Webinar)
    Mar 18, 2026

    Join Us for a FREE Webinar | March 18, 2026 | 1 PM ET Despite advances in treatment, many patients with asthma remain uncontrolled,…

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    Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP): A Shared Decision-Making Approach for Patients and Providers (New Webinar)
    Mar 12, 2026

    Join Us for a Free webinar | March 12, 2026 | 12 PM ET Do you experience ongoing sinus symptoms such as nasal congestion,…

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    Depression and Anxiety in Patients with Asthma (New Webinar)

    FREE Webinar | February 19, 2026 | 1 PM ET Depression and anxiety are common in patients with asthma and are frequently overlooked contributors…

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