The AAFA team has been getting flu shots to do our part to prevent the flu. Getting the flu shot can protect you and other people, especially those at high risk like people with asthma. Learn about the flu and how you can stay healthy during flu season.
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Planning ahead for Halloween can help you make sure it's more fun than frightening for your child with asthma or allergies. There's still time to prepare with these tips on what to watch for and ways to keep your child safe.
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Did you know allergens and asthma triggers in your bedroom can affect how well you sleep? The bedroom harbors more allergens than any other room in your home. For Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month, we take a look at how creating a healthier bedroom can help you sleep better. Learn more about ways you can reduce your exposure to asthma and allergy triggers in the bedroom and how CERTIFIED asthma & allergy friendly® products can help.
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By awarding the 2019 Platinum Seal of transparency, GuideStar has given AAFA its highest rating. The seal demonstrates AAFA’s exceptional commitment to openness and shows that we are making progress towards our mission.
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Will you join with us to continue to make progress? We would very much like to have you as a partner as we build on our momentum and move forward.
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Get the latest issue of freshAAIR Magazine - AAFA's digital magazine for people with asthma and allergies. For Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month, this special issue is all about ways you can create a healthier home and reduce asthma and allergy triggers. Read the issue on your computer, tablet or mobile device.
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FASENRA®, a biologic medicine for asthma, will become available in a pre-filled auto-injector so people with asthma have more convenient options to receive the medicine. Read the press release to learn more.
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Congressman Elijah Cummings (D-MD) passed away on Oct. 17, 2019, after years of dedicated service to our country. AAFA, along with many others, are mourning the loss of this influential advocate for people with asthma and allergies.
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While many planes stock vials of epinephrine, they may not stock epinephrine auto-injectors which are easier to access and administer. AAFA recently met with the Association of Flight Attendants (AFA) to discuss stocking epinephrine auto-injectors on planes. Have you had an allergy emergency on a flight? Share your story with AAFA. We will continue to meet with airline industry representatives, the Department of Transportation and Congress about this issue and will bring your stories with us.
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Tell people what it's like to live with eczema. October is National Eczema Awareness Month, we encourage you to join us to raise awareness of this often-misunderstood skin condition. Read about some experiences of our AAFA members, and then comment on our blog to share yours.
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