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Amid COVID-19 Vaccine Confusion, New Tool Helps Guide Decision-Making
NewsAAFA releases decision aid to provide information, guide conversations with doctors Washington D.C., January 14, 2026 — The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) announces the release of a new COVID-19 Vaccine Decision Aid, designed to...
AAFA Affirms Public Health Value of Vaccines As Nearly Everyone Is High Risk or Lives In Community With High Risk Individuals
NewsLeading health advocacy organization says vaccines are safe, effective, and save lives Washington D.C., January 8,2026 — On January 5, 2026, under Health and Human Services Secretary Kennedy’s leadership, the Centers for Disease Control and...
Alen Expands Portfolio of Certified Air Purifiers with Asthma & Allergy Friendly® BreatheSmart 25i
NewsIndependent Certification Confirms the Product's Proven Ability to Reduce Allergens and Support Healthier Indoor Environments Washington, D.C., November 12, 2025 – The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards...
Cost Increases Will Make Insurance Unaffordable for Many People with Chronic Health Conditions Like Asthma
NewsAAFA calls on Congress to extend premium tax credits for marketplace health insurance Washington D.C., October 29, 2025 — The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) today calls on Congress to take immediate action to make health...
AAFA Chief Medical Officer Earns Distinguished Clinician Award
NewsMatthew Greenhawt named 2026 Distinguished Clinician by American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Washington D.C., October 21, 2025 — The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) celebrates the recognition of our Chief Medical...
AAFA Bill to Require Allergen Labeling in California Restaurants Becomes Law
NewsFirst state law in U.S. to require restaurants to share allergen information with customers Washington D.C., October 13, 2025 — The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) celebrates a tremendous win for our community as AAFA-sponsored...
AAFA Responds to Study on Inhalers and Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Their Effect on Climate
NewsPeople with asthma should use the treatment option that’s working for them Washington D.C., October 9, 2025 — A new study published in JAMA finds that the propellants in metered-dose inhalers (MDIs) for the treatment of asthma and COPD contribute...
Knauf Insulation Earns Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Across Full Portfolio of Residential and Commercial Performance+® Products
NewsEntire portfolio of Knauf Performance+® Insulation now Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly®, supporting better indoor air quality Washington, D.C., October 6, 2025 – The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy...
Urticaria Day: Raising Awareness of Symptoms and Treatment
NewsPatient groups call attention to skin condition commonly known as hives Washington, D.C., October 1, 2025 – On this Urticaria Day (UDAY), the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), We CU, and The Mast Cell Disease Society (TMS) aim to...
Benjamin Moore’s Next Generation of Eco Spec® Paint Earns Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification
NewsAsthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification verifies Eco Spec® paint has low VOC emissions and is suitable for people with asthma and allergies. Washington, D.C., September 24, 2025 – The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America...
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