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Press Room About AAAAI Media Resources Diseases 101 Statistics Annual Meeting Pollen Counts Recent Highlights from the JACI News Release Archive Samter Journalism Award Contact Us		AAAAI Statements Listed below are the current statements of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. These statements are divided into Position Statements and Work Group Reports. Each type is defined below. AAAAI statements are not to be construed as dictating an exclusive course of action nor are they intended to replace the medical judgment of healthcare professionals. The unique circumstances of individual patients and environments are to be taken into account in any diagnosis and treatment plan. AAAAI statements reflect clinical and scientific advances as of the date of their publication and are subject to change. Position Statements Position Statements of the AAAAI examine an aspect or aspects of clinical practice or research pertaining to allergic/immunologic disease, and through literature review and a consensus of experts, set forth a position designed to outline appropriate care or the appropriate application of research. They may also examine an issue related to allergic/immunologic disease and public policy, and articulate an ideological stance and steps to advance that position. They are well referenced and contain an extensive bibliography. Position Statements serve as official statements of the AAAAI. Because of their weight, Position Statements are created only after careful discussion and review. Work Group Reports Work Group Reports provide further comment or clarification on appropriate methods of treatment or care. They are generally created by committees or work groups, and the end goal is to aid practitioners in making patient decisions. They do not constitute official statements of the AAAAI but serve to bring attention to key clinical or even controversial issues. They contain a bibliography but typically not one as extensive as that contained within a Position Statement. AAAAI Statements Statement Name Published Statement Type Access to care November 2002 Position statement Adrenic blockers, allergen immunotherapy, and skin testing November 2002 Position statement Allergy diagnosis in clinical practice December 2006 Work group report Allergy pay for performance August 2007 Position Statement Anaphylaxis in schools and other child care settings August 1998 Position statement Appropriate use of intravenously administered immunoglobulin (IGIV) August 2005 Work group report Current approach to the diagnosis and management of adverse reactions to foods October 2003 Work group report Environmental allergen avoidance in allergic asthma February 1999 Position statement Exercise Induced Asthma June 2007 Work group report Idiopathic environmental intolerances January 1999 Position statement Inhaled corticosteroids and systemic infections November 2002 Position statement Insect sting allergy with negative venom skin test responses May 2001 Work group report Insurance coverage for H-1 antihistamines: implications for quality healthcare and public safety November 2002 Position statement Medical effects of mold exposure February 2006 Position statement Nasal and sinus endoscopy for medical management of resistant rhinosinusitis, including post-surgical patients November 2006 Work group report Over-the-counter antihistamines December 2002 Position statement Risk of severe allergic reactions from the use of potassium iodide for radiation emergencies February 2004 Position statement Tobacco and smoking February 2004 Position statement Topical calcineurin inhibitor task force report February 2006 Work group report Use of antihistamines in patients with asthma November 2002 Position statement Use of epinephrine in the treatment of anaphylaxis November 2002 Position statement Use of standardized allergen extracts May 1997 Position statement Wait period after allergen immunotherapy and skin testing November 2002 Position statement Development and Review Process for New Statements (Board Approved 2/27/07) Committees or task forces interested in developing a Position Statement or Work Group Report must complete the intent form found in the Members Only section of the AAAAI Web site. All intent forms must be reviewed and approved by the AAAAI Practice, Diagnostics and Therapeutics Committee before work can begin. All potential authors must complete a disclosure form. Click here to read the complete AAAAI Statement review process. Looking for an old AAAAI Statement? Many of the previous statements were superseded by Practice Parameters, were retired or modified into new AAAAI Statements. If you have any questions concerning AAAAI Statements, please contact Lauri Sweetman at (414) 272-6071.     <back>
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