Faces of Allergies and Asthma on Times Square

The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the Allergy & Asthma Network Mothers of Asthmatics (AANMA) take on asthma and allergies in Times Square! We're telling the story on the CBS Super Screen at 42nd Street. While people with allergies and asthma don't look so different on the outside, they have serious health issues that impact every aspect of their lives. . watch the video

Spring Allergy Sufferers: Be Wary of Treatment Myths

Knowing fact from fiction can make the difference between misery and relief for millions of spring allergy sufferers. “People often sneeze and wheeze through spring if they use misinformation to manage their condition,” said allergist Myron Zitt, M.D., past president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI). “But no one should suffer from spring allergies. Knowing the facts, getting a proper diagnosis and the right treatment allows allergy patients to feel good all season long.” The ACAAI – whose allergist members specialize in treating allergies and asthma – dispels several common spring allergy myths. . read more.