What's New with AAFA

July 7-9, 2017, the Rashad Jennings Foundation hosted their annual 180 Weekend in Lynchburg, Virginia. The weekend ended with a Family Fun Fest and Health Expo on July 9. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) was honored to host a booth at the event to educate families on asthma.

On June 20, 2017, AAFA met with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt to ask him to clean our air for those impacted by climate change. We presented him with our Declaration on Climate Change and Health . Climate change is a serious threat to our health, especially to the more vulnerable members of the population. Asthma and allergies rates will continue to rise until we take action against climate change.

Asthma feels like an anaconda wrapping around your chest. Every breath hurts and panic sets in. – Kathy, Community Director for the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), training for a half century (50-mile) bike ride These words used to describe the experience with asthma paint a vivid picture. Despite these moments gasping for air and waiting for the next breath, there are those who conquer great physical challenges. Here are three of their stories. Kathy Przywara, Community...

Clearly, I’ve lost my mind! I’ve committed to train for and participate in a half century (50-mile) bike ride. That’s not the crazy part. I have asthma and it frequently becomes a factor in what I do. Will I be able to keep my exercise induced asthma under control so it will allow me to even train for this ride?

Obstacles come in many shapes and sizes. The obstacles of asthma and eczema can be isolating and lonely obstacles to overcome, especially for a child. By voting for Bas once a day, every day, you can help others overcome obstacles associated with asthma and allergic diseases.

Please help us tailor our programs and services to your needs and the needs of the asthma and allergy communities by completing our 2017 Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America Consumer Feedback Survey. This survey should take about 20-30 minutes of your time, and all results will be kept completely anonymous. Upon finishing the survey, you’ll have the opportunity to enter a drawing for a $100 gift card. Ten winners will be selected.

Avery and his mom Jessica are our final winners in our #TackleAsthma and #TackleAllergies photo contest . Their photo shows asthma doesn’t have keep you from sports and activities you love. “My son Avery tackles allergy induced asthma by playing HOCKEY! He is 10 years old and has been playing club for 7 and just made his first AAA team this past spring. Asthma may make it more difficult for him but he doesn’t use it as a crutch ...he finds a balance between pushing himself and knowing his...

We are pleased to announce that Lexi L is the fourth winner of our #TackleAsthma and #TackleAllergies photo contest ! “I try to not let my asthma hold me back from living my life to the fullest. I’ve been intubated once due to an asthma attack and recently had to be on the Bi-Pap this past November due to another attack. Wakeboarding has always been my passion but due to being limited, I can’t do certain things as much as I would like to. Also, being one that has such horrible allergies,...

We are pleased to announce that Emren and his mom Ashley are the third winners of our #TackleAsthma and #TackleAllergies photo contest ! Emren, who has asthma and food allergies, likes to carry his stuffed pig everywhere he goes. He also knows he must always carry his emergency medicines. So whenever he leaves the house, his pig and his emergency medicines go with him. Even though he’s only 3 years old, Emren leads by example. He reminds us all how important it is to always have your...

It’s important to carry your emergency asthma and allergy medicines everywhere you go. We offer medicine bags in different sizes to help you remember to take them with you. Each bag is made of neoprene and has a zippered closure to keep your medicine secure. Shop for these bags and more AAFA gear in our online store. Your purchase helps us continue our mission to improve the quality of life for those affected by asthma, allergies and food allergies.

Congratulations to PinkLadyCha , the week 2 winner of our #TackleAsthma and #TackleAllergies contest ! Her pictures of her daughter Eden remind us that asthma flareups can strike at any time. But keeping a positive attitude can help you face those tough moments. Eden and her mom will admit that dealing with asthma isn't easy. It can be an emotional and frustrating disease. Her mom describes how hard it can be to watch asthma hold your child back from doing what they love. But they know that...

We are proud to announce that the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America’s blog has been named one of the best asthma blogs of 2017 by Healthline ! Healthline is a health site with information on several different topics. We could not have received this honor without all of our supporters and members. Our blog will continue to bring you information about asthma and allergic diseases like: Asthma and allergy news and research Managing allergic diseases Inspiring stories Medicine recalls...