On Feb. 23, 2021, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) released its annual Allergy Capitals™ report for 2021. The report identifies the most challenging cities for spring and fall allergies in the top 100 metropolitan areas in the United States. Scranton, Pennsylvania, takes the top spot this year.
What Does It Mean for a Vacuum to Be Certified asthma & allergy friendly®?
All vacuums cleaners serve the same essential purpose: to remove debris like dust, dirt and pet dander from your floors, furniture and upholstery. But not all vacuums are […]
Asthma is one of the most prevalent diseases in the U.S. If you are one of the 25 million with asthma, you can manage it with a proper treatment plan and by avoiding triggers. But where you live can actually make managing your […]
Vacation is a chance to escape from your normal routine. But it may not be an escape from asthma and allergy triggers.
If you are staying in a summer rental home, cabin or condo, here […]
Lexi L is the Asthma and Allergy Foundation’s fourth winner of their #TackleAsthma and #TackleAllergies photo contest!
“I try to not let my asthma hold me back from living my life to the fullest. I’ve […]
Emren and his mom Ashley are the third winners of the Asthma and Allergy Foundations of America’s (AAFA) #TackleAsthma and #TackleAllergies photo contest!
Emren has asthma and food allergies. He also has a favorite stuffed pig […]
Congratulations to PinkLadyCha! She is the week 2 winner of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America’s #TackleAsthma and #TackleAllergies contest! In these pictures, her daughter Eden reminds us that asthma flareups can strike at any time. But a fighting attitude helps […]
Better air quality in your home, office, school and car can reduce allergy and asthma triggers. But since you spend one-third of your life in your bedroom, it makes sense to focus your cleaning efforts there first.
Take these steps to help control your indoor environment and reduce your exposure to allergens […]
As part of Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, we are co-hosting a photo contest May 1-31. Post your photos showing us how you overcome asthma and allergies. Your photo will be featured on AAFA’s TackleAsthma.org website. You could win a “healthier home” package of
Dust mites may be the most common trigger of year-round allergies and asthma, and with windows and doors closed to keep out the cold they have the chance to quickly accumulate in the home during this time of year. Studies show that […]
With summer coming to a close, it means it is time to start preparing for fall allergies. Because we spend more time indoors in the fall and winter, we need to improve the indoor air quality of our homes, places of work and school.
Dust mites, mold, and other things in indoor air can make asthma […]
As summer rolls in, many are preparing for family vacations. Exciting! But vacations also require careful planning if you or someone in your family has asthma and allergies.
Maybe you’ve had allergies […]
A stuffy nose. Scratchy throat. Difficulty breathing. It’s bad enough when spring allergy season reaps its ugly head, but when the things in your home trigger your asthma and allergies too, you feel like you’re in an endless battle to […]
February is American Heart Month, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). AAFA knows that a healthy heart is a great start to a healthy lifestyle. But did you know your asthma could […]
January is Get Organized Month, a.k.a. GO Month, according to the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO). And AAFA knows that organization is especially important for those living with asthma and allergies.
I know I don’t need to remind […]
Happy New Year, everyone!
As 2016 rolls in, many of us are thinking about our New Year’s resolutions. We may want to exercise more, eat healthier, or take more “me-time.” But it is important to remember your […]
More than 60 million Americans have asthma and allergies … and it’s likely some of them will visit your home this holiday season. When triggers can lurk anywhere and everywhere, it’s important to take steps to ensure your home […]
Fall can be hard for families like yours that are living with asthma and allergies. As global warming conditions boost ragweed levels each year, fall storms and tornadoes also pick up and disperse ragweed and other allergens.
The most common […]
The back to school season is stressful for any parent. You have to buy new clothes, new supplies, and new lunch boxes. Not to mention you have to figure out afterschool care. […]
This is the peak season for do-it-yourself projects, and maybe you already have your tape measure in hand, ready to tackle a bathroom remodel, open up the floor plan or finally reimagine that unfinished basement. There are plenty of considerations to […]
It’s wedding season once again and it seems like everyone you know is getting married.
Since asthma and allergies affects 1 out of 5 Americans, and over 50% of U.S. households, odds are the new couple […]
After a long winter, warmer weather is finally here! Thank goodness, right? That probably means you are soaking up the sun, the kids are playing outside, and your neighbors are hosting outdoor grilling parties.
Oh, and you’re probably sneezing, itching your eyes, and blowing […]