American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
An excellent source of information on allergy and asthma for patients and physicians.
The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network
Worldwide network of patient support groups. Website with useful information on food allergies, including product recalls, useful recipes and alternative food products for allergy sufferers.
Independent website that exposes quackery and health frauds. Useful section on allergy testing, treatment and other “alternative” treatment modalities.
The Food and Drug Administration
US government agency responsible for regulating medicines, medical devices and diagnostic tests. Comprehensive source of information on medical tests and treatment.
Centerwatch clinical trial listing service
Useful resource on ongoing clinical research.
Up to date information on pollen counts and distribution in Europe.
National Allergy Bureau
Up to date pollen and mold spore counts in different parts of North America.
American Latex Allergy Association
Non-profit organization supporting latex allergy sufferers.
The following are links to download the tips brochures from the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.
* Adverse reactions to medications and drug allergy
* Allergic skin conditions
* Asthma and allergy medications
* Asthma and pregnancy
* Asthma medications & osteoporosis
* Asthma triggers and management
* Childhood asthma
* Cough in Children
* Exercise-induced asthma
* Food allergy
* Guide to health care plans
* Health hazards of imported fire ant stings
* Indoor allergens
* Latex allergy
* Occupational asthma
* Outdoor allergens
* Prevention of allergies and asthma in children
* Recurrent or unusually severe infections
* Role of the allergist/immunologist
* Stinging insect allergy
* The importance of clinical research trials
* Traveling with allergies and asthma
* Use of inhaled asthma medications
* What are "allergy shots"?
* What is an allergic reaction?
* What is allergy testing?
* What is anaphylaxis?
* What is a peak flow meter?