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February 10, 2026

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Launching the Patient Advocacy Leadership Initiative (PALI)

PALI is a multifaceted program supporting a network of informed, empowered patient advocates to influence healthcare policy at federal, state and local levels. Advocates attend monthly virtual interactive meetings to learn how to get involved. PALI is an “investment in the power of a strong, connected advocacy community,” CEO Lynda Mitchell says.

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Allergy & Asthma Network’s CEO Offers Perspective on Sublingual Epinephrine

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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Allergy & Asthma Network’s Researchers Examine Macrolides in Asthma Care

Chief Research Officer De De Gardner and patient advocates Angel Melendez and Hilarry Orr were among co-authors of a new study on macrolide antibiotics in asthma care. Published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, the research found that macrolides reduced severe asthma attacks and improved quality of life, pointing to a promising new direction for asthma treatment.

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Allergy & Asthma in the News

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    How to Report Food Label Issues for Food Allergies

    If you or a loved one live with a food allergy, then you know the importance of reading food labels. Food labels identify the…

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    Allergy & Asthma Day Capitol Hill: Join Us May 6

    You are invited to attend the 29th annual Allergy & Asthma Day Capitol Hill (AADCH) advocacy day on Wednesday, May 6 in Washington, DC.…

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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…

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Podcasts

Meet the New President of the ACAAI

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This podcast features ACAAI President Dr. Cherie Zachary on why there are not enough allergists and what is being done to improve access to care.

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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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