At the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program, our mission is to empower individuals and families to create healthier indoor environments. This year, we are excited to announce a major update: the rebranding of our Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Mark.
Laura is responsible for managing the relationships with all U.S. clients as the main point of contact. She will engage with clients to optimize their use of the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® certification as part of their product marketing and branding strategy while also helping current clients expand their portfolio of certified products, ensuring […]
On Feb. 23, 2021, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) released its annual Allergy Capitals™ report for 2021. The report identifies the most challenging cities for spring and fall allergies in the top 100 metropolitan areas in the United States. Scranton, Pennsylvania, takes the top spot this year.
Washington, DC (November 10, 2020) – The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program, which is jointly run by Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America is pleased to be taking part in the virtual Greenbuild International Conference & Expo taking place November 10 – 12, 2020, […]
Washington, DC. May 29th 2020
Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification.” width=”300″ height=”300″ /> Samsung’s Cube Air Purifier earns Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification.
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) […]
Creating steam is the easy part. Harnessing it and applying it to home appliances is the bigger challenge. LG engineers were the first in the industry to accomplish this with great success. So successful in fact […]
Night sweaters know all too well that sleeping with a ceiling fan running is essential, especially now that the weather is warming up but it’s not yet hot enough to blast the air conditioning. But that fan could be stirring up more than cool air. […]
How do air purifiers work and where should you start shopping for one? Experts and MDs share insights and shopping tips.
Air purifiers are designed to remove indoor air pollution which can be […]
While you’re spending more time indoors, you may begin noticing things about your home that you didn’t notice before. Maybe it’s that crack in the bathroom tile, the ash mark on the wall near your candles, or the blanket of stagnant air floating around […]
Suffering from an acute case of cabin fever? It might not all be in your head; it might be in your lungs, too. The air inside your home can be up to five times […]
These microscopic bugs and their droppings are a common household allergen that can be found in bedding, mattresses, upholstered furniture, and curtains—anywhere moisture and dead skin cells collect. Pillows, though, are one of their favorite homes.
“Over time, […]
Washington, D.C. (March 12, 2020) — While celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Washington, D.C., the Ambassador of Ireland to the United States, Daniel Mulhall, highlighted a significant three-way relationship between Allergy Standards Ltd. (ASL), the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Trane. Allergy Standards Ltd. is an Enterprise Ireland client company and co-founded […]
If the air in your home is too dry (it’s best to keep indoor humidity levels between 30-50%) or if you’re suffering from respiratory issues, then you’ll definitely benefit from a humidifier. Dry air can be problematic for both babies and adults with asthma or […]
Between climate change, devastating wildfires that have become the norm in certain parts of the world, and weakening environmental regulations on pollution, it makes sense that you’d be concerned about what’s in the air you breathe […]
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has released the 2020 Allergy Capitals™ report. It ranks the top 100 most challenging cities in the U.S. for seasonal allergies.
AAFA ranked the cities based on three factors:
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), kids’ rooms have the highest level of toxic substances in the house. With over 6 million children living with asthma in the United States and asthma being the leading cause of missed school days, this is a major […]
The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program US team attended the True Value 2020 Spring Reunion in Philadelphia. The team provided educational content on asthma and allergy prevalence across the US to store owners and managers who were visiting the EasyCare Paint Booth.
More […]
January wrapped up with our partners Congoleum, Guardsman, and SureFit showcasing their Certified products at the International Surface Event,and Winter Market in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Certified products attracted attention at the shows because they […]
The health impact due to indoor air pollution has been well documented, and people with asthma and allergies are at a significant risk. According to the World Health Organization, “every year, 7 million people die early because of […]
Looking for a low-stakes way to design for the health of your client? Start with your paint selection. Going the extra mile when sourcing paint, from low VOCs to third-party Certification, can help eliminate the […]
L-R: Dr John McKeon, David Maruna, Matt Risinger
WASHINGTON, Jan. 28, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program, which is jointly run by Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America shared the stage with […]
Washington, DC (January 21, 2020) – The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program, which is jointly run by Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America had several certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® client brands exhibiting […]
Washing machines have gotten very fancy (and very pricey) in the last few years, and shopping for your perfect match can be overwhelming. Enter the Good Housekeeping Institute Home Appliances and Cleaning Products Lab experts, who have […]
Chances are that when you’re vacuuming, you’re trying to minimize the dust, dirt, dander, and pet hair in your home — but picking up dirt is only half the story. A good vacuum should also keep dust trapped inside, and not […]
LG has produced some of our highest-rated front-load washers, but the clear draw of the WM4500 is the AI integration. In years past, the company could be accused of over-engineering the user experience, adding an excessive number of cycle options and even allowing users to download additional cycles that were pre-programmed.
The […]
Is your New Year’s resolution to keep things cleaner?
With the arrival of a new decade, it’s time to say goodbye to old mops and worn-out sponges. It’s much easier to follow through with resolutions when you have the appropriate tools and appliances to support your success, and this is especially true when it comes to […]
This fall, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), in partnership with the Breathe EASY home visiting program and IMPACT DC Asthma Clinic of Children’s National Hospital, donated Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certified air cleaners, vacuums, paint, cleaning products, dusting cloths, air filters and bedding to families of children with asthma. […]
On November 12th, Dr. John McKeon, CEO of Allergy Standards Ltd, had the opportunity to be interviewed by over 20 radio and news stations across the United States live via Satellite Media Tour in New York City.
He spoke on behalf of the Asthma & […]
Let’s talk about Indoor Air Quality! Michele Ann Cassalia, Director of Marketing for the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program had fun chatting with Cheldin Barlatt Rumer of “This Is It TV” in her new interactive studio in Philadelphia.
It was a fabulous opportunity to […]
Nicole Maiatico Physician Liaison for Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program had a fantastic experience exhibiting for three days in October at the American Academy of Pediatrics Annual Meeting in New Orleans. […]
American Academy of Pediatrics Annual Meeting
For the first time, the Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program is exhibiting at the American Academy of Pediatrics Annual Meeting Oct. 25-28, 2019, in New Orleans. This national […]
Allergy Standards Limited and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America hosted the fourth Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Client Council on October 2, 2019 in the beautiful Foley & Lardner LLP building in Washington, DC. It was a learning-packed day with speaker Holly O’Driscoll, Former Global Design Thinking Leader at P&G; Founder […]
On October 1st 2019, a special client council reception was held at the embassy of Ireland in Washington, DC to celebrate National Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month and the 2019 US-Ireland Research Innovation Award from the Royal Irish Academy and the American Chamber of Commerce. This award was given to Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) and […]
True Value Fall Reunion
At the October 2019 Fall True Value Reunion in Chicago the US Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification team had the opportunity to educate and talk with local True Value business owners across the country about the Certified […]
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) declared May to be National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. One part of last month’s awareness campaign not only helped raise awareness, but helped six families create healthier homes with Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly® products as well.
During May, AAFA asked its […]
