Asthma and Nasal Allergies
Episode 69: Serving the Underserved: A Real World Asthma Study With Promising Applications
Asthma expert Elliot Israel, MD, FAAAAI, discusses the PREPARE trial, the results of which were recently published in The New England Journal of Medicine and presented at the 2022 AAAAI Annual Meeting. This conversation weaves in important dialogue surrounding asthma disparities, as well as details of this landmark study. (May 5, 2022)
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Episode 65: Tezepelumab: A New Frontier for Asthma Treatment
Roxana Siles, MD, FAAAAI, discusses this newly approved biologic that targets thymic stromal lymphopoietin for the treatment of severe asthma. This discussion walks through all the details regarding how best to utilize biologic therapy in asthma management. (February 23, 2022)
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Episode 54: Preparing for the New School Year with Allergies and Asthma 
Pediatric allergist and food allergy expert Brian Vickery, MD, FAAAAI, joins us to discuss the Delta variant, safety of sending kids back to school and asthma / allergy management in the school setting. This is a timely episode for all parents, school personnel, clinicians and the general public! (August 24, 2021)
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Episode 53: NIH Study on the Safety of Receiving a Second Dose of a COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine in Those Who Had an Allergic Reaction to the First Dose
Pamela Guerrerio, MD, PhD, is the principal investigator for a newly launched research study conducted by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). She discusses the research questions being addressed as well as details surrounding inclusion/exclusion criteria and participant involvement. (August 19, 2021)
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Phone: (800) 411-1222
https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04977479
Episode 51: Rhinitis Practice Parameter Update 
Lead author Mark S. Dykewicz, MD, FAAAAI, walks us through all the details surrounding the recently updated rhinitis parameters. This episode is a master class in the diagnosis and treatment of this common condition. Helpful for all medical professionals and patients as well. (July 27, 2021)
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Episode 41: 2020 NHLBI Asthma Guidelines: What's New & Different-Web.jpg)
In this episode intended for allergists and other healthcare professionals, Michelle M. Cloutier, MD, Chair of the Expert Panel Working Group of the National Asthma Education and Prevention Program Coordinating Committee that is coordinated by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), discusses important aspects of the NHLBI’s newly released 2020 asthma guidelines during this in-depth and comprehensive interview. Listen now to learn more about what the guidelines do and do not address, as well as important perspective about how to put these recommendations into practice. (December 3, 2020)
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2020 Focused Updates to the Asthma Management Guidelines: A Report from the National Asthma Education and Prevention Program Coordinating Committee Expert Panel Working Group
Episode 38: Asthma Disparities
In this episode, Tamara T. Perry, MD, FAAAAI, discusses aspects of asthma prevalence, management, and prognosis—and how each are impacted by factors such as race and socioeconomic status. Listen now for an in-depth discussion of timely and important topics. (October 28, 2020)
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Episode 16: Challenges with Asthma Management During Pregnancy
In this episode, Michael Schatz, MD, MS, FAAAAI, discusses the complicated issues surrounding how asthma can impact pregnancy. Listen now to learn all about medication safety, asthma monitoring and important research pertaining to pregnant women. (The CME offering has expired.) (October 1, 2019)
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Episode 15: Autumn Asthma Exacerbations
In this episode targeted towards patients, the general public and healthcare professionals of all types, Elizabeth Matsui, MD, MHS, FAAAAI, discusses asthma attacks, triggers and management. This is a must listen episode for anyone who has asthma! (September 17, 2019)
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Episode 14: The Health Impacts of E-Cigs and Vaping
In this episode, Michelle Hernandez, MD, FAAAAI, discusses the hot topic of e-cigarettes and vaping. Listen now to learn more about these devices, who is using them, how they're being marketed and the risks associated with use. Testing, especially which types of tests to consider, is covered in detail as well. (The CME offering has expired.) (September 17, 2019)
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Episode 11: Using Biologics to Treat Asthma
In this episode, Thomas B. Casale, MD, FAAAAI, offers a comprehensive yet practical overview of the various biologic agents available to treat patients with asthma. If you have questions about how to choose the right patient or the right biologic, you'll want to listen! (The CME offering has expired.) (June 22, 2019)
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Episode 10: Marijuana, Asthma and Allergies: A Changing Landscape
In this episode, expert William Silvers, MD, FAAAAI, discusses the evolving trends of marijuana use and its derivatives. From terminology to legalization and review of the evidence, this episode offers great insight into understanding how recreational and medicinal marijuana can impact those with asthma and allergies, as well as the increasing prevalence of allergic reactions to marijuana products. (The CME offering has expired.) (July 9, 2019)
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Episode 3: Navigating the Holiday Season with Asthma and Allergies
Travel, exposure to winter triggers and inconsistent use of medications can all cause asthma and allergy symptoms to flare around the holidays. In this patient-centered podcast, Mitchell H. Grayson, MD, FAAAAI, provides useful information and practical tips to make sure everyone's holiday season is filled with fun instead of sniffles. (December 9, 2018)
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Episode 2: James T. Li, MD, PhD, FAAAAI, Discusses the Risks and Benefits of Primatene Mist
In this special Hot Topics episode, AAAAI Past President James T. Li, MD, FAAAAI, discusses the new Food and Drug Administration approval of over-the-counter Primatene Mist for treatment of mild, intermittent asthma. If you have asthma or questions about asthma medications, you won't want to miss this informative episode. Listen to hear Dr. Li discuss the issues surrounding why Primatene Mist was removed from the market, why it is now back and important information surrounding asthma management. (November 14, 2018)
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