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AAFAnoon Chats
AAFAnoon Chats, a podcast of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), discusses news, research, and information to help you manage asthma and allergies.
Episodes
AAFAnoon ChatsA Conversation About The Endless Frontier
“We cannot know how discovery will lead to new possibilities.” Explore the importance of scientific research, the challenges faced by scientists, and the…
AAFAnoon ChatsPreventing Asthma Emergencies in Children
Asthma Peak Season is the time of year when asthma-related emergencies increase. It starts with children going back to school. Having increased asthma symptoms…
AAFAnoon ChatsThe Confident Table: Food Allergy Treatment Options - Part 2
Are you wondering which food allergy treatment is best for you or your child? There are different options, and it’s a big decision. But we’ve got you covered!…
AAFAnoon ChatsNavigating School Health Care Plans and Accommodations for Asthma and Allergies
Asthma and allergies are very common among school children. Many schools have plans in place to manage these conditions. But each school is different and each…
AAFAnoon ChatsHow Community-Based Solutions Can Bridge the Gaps in Asthma and Allergy Care
When a community comes together around health, everything changes. Community-driven asthma programs don't just manage symptoms — they also address triggers and…
AAFAnoon ChatsOne Fire, Many Flames: The Immune Response Fueling Allergies, Asthma, and Eczema
Asthma. Seasonal allergies. Food allergies. Eczema. Nasal polyps. Eosinophilic esophagitis. What if these aren’t separateproblems – but different expressions…
AAFAnoon ChatsThe Confident Table: Food Allergy Treatment Options
Choosing a food allergy treatment is a big decision. It starts with understanding the current options. Then thinking about what is important to you and your…
AAFAnoon ChatsWhen Allergies Attack the Wrong Plant: Cross-Reactivity and Food Allergies
Sometimes proteins in one plant are similar to proteins in another plant and the immune system gets confused and sees them as the same. This can cause false…
AAFAnoon Chats2026 Allergy Capitals Report®: The Most Challenging Places to Live in the U.S. with Seasonal Allergies
In this episode of AAFAnoon Chats, host Zulema Chavez interviews Dr. Neeta Ogden, medical spokesperson for AAFA, and Hannah Jaffee, AAFA’s Research Director…
AAFAnoon ChatsReaching Rural Communities
In this episode, we focus on AAFA’s Health Equity Advancement and Leadership (HEAL) program, and outreach efforts in Alabama to address asthma disparities that…
AAFAnoon ChatsManaging Asthma and Allergies During Pregnancy
In this episode, we discuss managing asthma and allergies during pregnancy with Dr. Jennifer Namazy. We discuss whyit’s important, tips to manage these…
AAFAnoon ChatsAsthma Management and Control
In this episode, we talk about asthma management and control with Dr. William Anderson and Dr. Matthew Greenhawt. We discuss: What asthma is How to manage it…
AAFAnoon ChatsFood Allergies and Parental Stress, Anxiety, and Fear
In this episode, Tamara Hubbard discusses mental health support and resources available to empower families managing food allergies. She discusses the social…
AAFAnoon ChatsIs Early Introduction to Solid Foods Reducing Food Allergy Rates?
Dr. Matthew Greenhawt, leading expert on food allergies, explains a recent study about a significant drop in peanut allergy diagnoses. The study covered by the…
AAFAnoon ChatsA New Approach to Treating Anaphylaxis (Serious Allergic Reactions)
In this episode, we talk about the latest research and guidelines for treating anaphylaxis, a serious allergic reaction. Drs. Matthew Greenhawt and Katherine…
AAFAnoon ChatsPotential Allergy Dangers During Summer
In this episode, we talk about managing allergies during the summer. Dr. Jeffrey Demain discusses common allergens seen during the summer such as stinging…
AAFAnoon ChatsAccess for All: Health Care Matters for Asthma and Allergies
In this episode, Naomi Seiler, JD talks about health policies and how they affect people’s access to affordable care and treatments for asthma and allergies…
AAFAnoon ChatsDo I Have Nasal Polyps?
In this episode, Kathleen M. Buchheit, MD explains what nasal polyps are, why people with asthma or allergies have a greater chance of developing them, as well…
AAFAnoon Chats2025 Allergy Capitals Report
In this episode, Jenna Riemenschneider, AAFA’s Vice President of Advocacy and Policy, and Hannah Jaffee, AAFA’s Director of Research talk about allergies and…
AAFAnoon ChatsBuilding Trust Through Community Health
In this episode, AAFA talks to Linda Nozart-Frierson, MPH, BSRT, RRT, AE-C about community health, asthma disparities, and the role of respiratory therapists…
AAFAnoon ChatsPregnancy and Asthma
In this episode, Jennifer Namazy, MD, talks about how pregnancy can affect asthma and the importance of managing asthma while pregnant. She discusses the…
AAFAnoon ChatsFood Allergy and Anaphylaxis in Infants and Toddlers
In this episode, Dr. Michael Pistiner and Dr. Amanda Cox talk about food allergies and severe allergic reactions in infants and toddlers. They discuss the…
AAFAnoon ChatsIs Indoor Air Killing Us?
Kenny Mendez, AAFA’s President and CEO, and Jenna Riemenschneider, AAFA’s Vice President of Advocacy and Policy discuss indoor air quality, its impacts on…
AAFAnoon ChatsThe September Asthma Peak - Part 2
Neeta Ogden, MD explains steps you can take to protect your and your family's lung health during the asthma peak in September. AAFA released its 2024 Asthma…
AAFAnoon ChatsThe September Asthma Peak - Part 1
Every September, there is a spike in asthma-related ER visits and hospital stays. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America explains what causes this asthma…