@AAFAMI

The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America Michigan Chapter (AAFA-MI) is the premier source for asthma and allergy education and training programs in MI.

 West Bloomfield, MI
aafamich.org
Joined February 2012
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AAFA is committed to act boldly to combat climate change and address health equity through our Health Equity and Leadership (HEAL) program. aafa.org/healthequity
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#Epinephrine is the only treatment for #anaphylaxis. It’s important to feel confident about when and how to use self-injectable epinephrine. Allergist, Dr. John James, shares tips for treating severe allergic reactions:. community.kidswithfoodallerg… #FoodAllergies
"Steps to inject epinephrine: 1. Hold the leg off a young child firmly in place 2. Take the epinephrine auto-injector out of its package/carrier. 3. Remove the safety cap. 4. Hold the auto-injector in your fist. 5. Push the end with the needle firmly against the outer side of your child's thigh, about halfway between the hip and knee. After you feel or hear a click from the auto-injector, hold it in place for 3 seconds. 6. A protective shield will cover the needle when it is pulled out of the thigh. 7. Call 911. The child treated with epinephrine should be taken to a hospital emergency room for further observation and treatment. 8. Give the used auto-injector to the EMS or hospital staff for disposal.

ALT "Steps to inject epinephrine: 1. Hold the leg off a young child firmly in place 2. Take the epinephrine auto-injector out of its package/carrier. 3. Remove the safety cap. 4. Hold the auto-injector in your fist. 5. Push the end with the needle firmly against the outer side of your child's thigh, about halfway between the hip and knee. After you feel or hear a click from the auto-injector, hold it in place for 3 seconds. 6. A protective shield will cover the needle when it is pulled out of the thigh. 7. Call 911. The child treated with epinephrine should be taken to a hospital emergency room for further observation and treatment. 8. Give the used auto-injector to the EMS or hospital staff for disposal.

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27 clean energy, climate action & public health groups in Michigan called on @EPA to accelerate efforts to cut power sector pollution & establish robust carbon pollution standards for power plants. Press Release: tinyurl.com/MI-EPA-Letter
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Too much laundry detergent doesn't just affect your clothing but can also affect your health. AAFA's Chief Mission Officer, @AllergicVegan, has tips on cleaning mold in your washer machine that can trigger #allergy and #asthma symptoms. msn.com/en-us/health/medical… @MSCloud
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There's still time to register for AAFA's webinar, today at 1 ET: attendee.gotowebinar.com/reg… Join us today to learn more about managing allergic #asthma in children.
"Webinar: Managing Allergic Asthma in Children. Thursday, April 20. 1 p.m. ET"

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Ready for a #breath of #freshair? The @LungAssociation's new #StateoftheAir report, examines #airquality across the country, finding there's still many people nationwide, breathing unhealthy #air. RT to help spread #lunghealth awareness: Lung.org/SOTA
"State of the Air 2023 Report. American Lung Association"

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Cockroaches and dust mites are common household pests that can trigger #allergy and #asthma symptoms and asthma attacks. Find out how you can reduce your exposure to pests, like cockroaches and dust mites, in your home: aafa.org/HealthyHome. #PestManagementMonth
Image of AAFA's Healthier Home Checklist; Text, "Healthier home checklist: How to improve indoor air quality and reduce allergy and asthma triggers. aafa.org/HealthyHome"

ALT Image of AAFA's Healthier Home Checklist; Text, "Healthier home checklist: How to improve indoor air quality and reduce allergy and asthma triggers. aafa.org/HealthyHome"

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Community Collaboration Unveils Comprehensive Plan to Tackle Air Pollution in Southeast Michigan. ecocenter.org/community-coll…
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AAFA sent a letter to @POTUS asking him to declare May to be National Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month. Join our efforts to increase the public's awareness & education on #asthma & #allergy with a tweet to the President. Craft & send your tweet: community.aafa.org/blog/aafa… #NAAAM
"We call upon President Biden to recognize the month of May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month on behalf of the over 65 million people living in the U.S. living with these life-threatening diseases"

ALT "We call upon President Biden to recognize the month of May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month on behalf of the over 65 million people living in the U.S. living with these life-threatening diseases"

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Join us on April 28 at 12:00PM ET for "From Practitioner to Climate Advocate" with Drs. Sue Holcombe and Cheryl Ruble Register Here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…
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Managing Allergic Asthma in Children Save your virtual seat today! Live program on Thursday, April 20, at 1 p.m. ET Registration (gotowebinar.com)
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Tell the FDA Your Thoughts on Nasal Epinephrine. Submit your comments through April 17th. Note: When filling out the form, select "Individual Consumer" under "Select a Comment Category." Regulations.gov
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Air pollution from power plants contains 80+ toxic pollutants - including arsenic, chromium, lead, formaldehyde, and dioxins! Thank you @EPAMichaelRegan for working to protect our communities from power plant pollution! #SolutionsForPollution #MATS nytimes.com/2023/04/05/clima…
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3/10 of the most challenging cities to live in with pollen allergy are in Florida. Find out which cities and get tips to reduce allergy symptoms in our 2023 #AllergyCapitals report: AllergyCapitals.com
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@USFHealth5 Apr 2023
.@AAFANational ranks #Florida among the top #allergy capitals, with #Tampa on the list. #USFHealth expert Dr. Richard Lockey warns of high #pollen counts and advises allergy sufferers to stay indoors. Those with respiratory problems should consult a doctor.wusfnews.wusf.usf.edu/health…

A survey backs what you may be feeling: yes, it's a bad allergy season

A recent study from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America ranks seven Florida counties among the top 20 "allergy capitals" across the country.

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AAFA is proud to join a coalition of parents, teachers, and public health groups calling on Congress to include $110 million in the FY 2024 budget to advance clean air in schools and protect children's health. bit.ly/3MctKs7 #HealthySchoolsDay #CleanAirForKids
"'All children in schools deserve clean, healthy air to grow, learn, and thrive, but it is especially important for children with asthma and allergies. Poor indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools can triggers allergies and asthma symptoms and asthma remains a leading cause of missed school days' -Kenneth Mendez, CEO and President, Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America"

ALT "'All children in schools deserve clean, healthy air to grow, learn, and thrive, but it is especially important for children with asthma and allergies. Poor indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools can triggers allergies and asthma symptoms and asthma remains a leading cause of missed school days' -Kenneth Mendez, CEO and President, Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America"

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The Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America has started a new a new military support group within their online community. It is a private, moderated space, for military members (active or veteran) and their families needing managing asthma. AAFA.org

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America | AAFA | Home

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is the nation’s oldest and leading asthma and allergy charity.

aafa.org
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Last month, researchers tested new tools that that can help improve #asthma management, the @US_FDA started reviewing a new treatment option for CSU, and more. Learn about the latest updates in asthma in #allergy #research: community.aafa.org/blog/asth…
"Research Update; Updates on: Adolescent asthma self-management, Severe asthma, Air pollution, Biologics"

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Having good indoor air quality is important for good #asthma and #allergy health. Improve indoor air quality with AAFA's quick home assessment that can help identify if there are any allergens or triggers in the home that might be increasing symptoms: community.aafa.org/blog/find…
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AAFA and @MGHMedicine are looking to better understand the experiences of children and teens with food allergies and their caregivers. You can help by taking a 10-minute online survey: ✔️Survey for caregivers: redcap.link/facaregivers ✔️Survey for teens: redcap.link/faadolescent
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If or your child has recently experienced an allergic reaction to manufactured food or products, report it. Your report could help the @US_FDA and @USDA prevent adverse reactions for others in the food allergy community: community.kidswithfoodallerg…
"How to report an allergic reaction to foods; 1. Always treat the reaction first and seek emergency care for your child, 2. Examine the packaging and save food samples, 3. Call the manufacturers or company to report the allergic, 4. Call the food's regulating agency to report the reaction"

ALT "How to report an allergic reaction to foods; 1. Always treat the reaction first and seek emergency care for your child, 2. Examine the packaging and save food samples, 3. Call the manufacturers or company to report the allergic, 4. Call the food's regulating agency to report the reaction"

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