Wicked Sheets Knit Performance Bedding Becomes Certified Asthma and Allergy Friendly Landover, MD, Aug. 22, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) announced today that Wicked Sheets have earned asthma & allergy friendly® Certification. These are the first knit performance bedding to receive the program’s mark. The asthma [...]
If you are starting college this fall, congratulations! This is an exciting time with your future ahead of you. But as you enroll in classes, learn your way around campus and make new friends, have you stopped to plan to make your dorm room ready for your asthma or allergies? 1. Dust Mites Dust mites make [...]
Vacation is a chance to escape from your normal routine. But it may not be an escape from asthma and allergy triggers. If you are staying in a summer rental home, cabin or condo, here are tips to make it more asthma & allergy friendly®. Before you book, consider your allergies and what features and policies may work [...]
Congressman Brendan Boyle, representing Pennsylvania’s 13th congressional district, has expressed that he will support the designation of May as “National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month,” a commitment that has been shared by various members of congress including Congresswoman Carol Shea-Porter, Congressman Eliot Engel, and Congressman Gregg Harper. Congressman Boyle has continuously been a supporter of [...]
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America chose Avery and his mom Jessica as their final winners in their #TackleAsthma and #TackleAllergies photo contest. Avery loves hockey but hasn’t let asthma hold him back. Through his photo, he proves that asthma doesn’t have keep you from your favorite sports and activities. “My son Avery tackles allergy induced asthma by [...]
Lexi L is the Asthma and Allergy Foundation’s fourth winner of their #TackleAsthma and #TackleAllergies photo contest! “I try to not let my asthma hold me back from living my life to the fullest. I’ve been intubated once due to an asthma attack and recently had to be on the Bi-Pap this past November [...]
Emren and his mom Ashley are the third winners of the Asthma and Allergy Foundations of America’s (AAFA) #TackleAsthma and #TackleAllergies photo contest! Emren has asthma and food allergies. He also has a favorite stuffed pig that he likes to take with him everywhere he goes. He knows how important it is to keep his emergency medicines with [...]
Congratulations to PinkLadyCha! She is the week 2 winner of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America’s #TackleAsthma and #TackleAllergies contest! In these pictures, her daughter Eden reminds us that asthma flareups can strike at any time. But a fighting attitude helps her face those tough moments. Asthma can be an emotional and frustrating disease. [...]
In the U.S., asthma and allergic diseases such as pollen allergies or food allergies affect more than 60 million people. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of American (AAFA) has declared May to be National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. During this month, AAFA is working to raise awareness about these allergic diseases. You can help [...]
Better air quality in your home, office, school and car can reduce allergy and asthma triggers. But since you spend one-third of your life in your bedroom, it makes sense to focus your cleaning efforts there first. Take these steps to help control your indoor environment and reduce your exposure to allergens in your bedroom: [...]
Erin M is AAFA’s first #TackleAsthma and #TackleAllergies photo contest winner. Her photo proves asthma doesn’t have keep you from sports and activities you love. Erin M’s photo description reads, “Severe asthmatic who’s been intubated countless times. Still uncontrolled and struggle daily. But I’m a decorated triathlete, cyclist, boxer and I ski. I’m graduating in [...]
As part of Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, we are co-hosting a photo contest May 1-31. Post your photos showing us how you overcome asthma and allergies. Your photo will be featured on AAFA’s TackleAsthma.org website. You could win a “healthier home” package of asthma & allergy friendly® Certified products. How Can I Participate? Take a [...]
The CEO of Allergy Standards, Dr. John McKeon, will be speaking at the Living Future unConference on May 17th in Seattle, WA, the premier event for sustainable buildings and healthy materials. About the Event Living Future unConference by the International Living Future Institute is an annual event that attracts disruptive design leaders and is the forum for [...]
Dust mites may be the most common trigger of year-round allergies and asthma, and with windows and doors closed to keep out the cold they have the chance to quickly accumulate in the home during this time of year. Studies show that more dust mites live in your bedroom than anywhere else in your home, [...]
AAAAI Conference a Big Hit for the Certification Program, Dyson, Rabbit Air, and Royal Heritage The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America recently exhibited at the annual American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Conference (AAAAI) in Atlanta, GA. With over 7,000 physicians in attendance, AAAAI is [...]
While celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Washington, D.C., the Taoiseach (Prime Minister) of Ireland Enda Kenny TD highlighted a significant relationship between Allergy Standards Ltd. and Owens Corning. Washington, DC (PRWEB) March 16, 2017 While celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Washington, D.C., the Taoiseach (Prime Minister) of Ireland Enda Kenny TD highlighted a significant relationship [...]
February 21, 2017New York, NY The Toy Fair, produced by the Toy Industry Association, is the premier trade event whose members account for 90% of the annual U.S. domestic toy market of $26B. The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program attended this year to meet with existing clients and answer questions about how toy companies [...]
LG PuriCare and LG SIGNATURE Line Scientifically Proven to be Better Suited for Asthma and Allergy Sufferers LANDOVER, MD–(Marketwired – February 27, 2017) – The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program, an independent program administered by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) in partnership with the international research organization Allergy Standards Limited (ASL), today announced [...]
On January 11th and 12th, I had the opportunity to attend the NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) in sunny Orlando, Florida. This expo is the largest building and construction show in the U.S. and welcomed approximately 100,000 visitors over the three-day event. During this time, I was looking out for new companies and products that [...]
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America in partnership with Allergy Standards Limited launches new asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program App and video to make it easier for parents to identify and purchase Certified products LANDOVER, MD–(Marketwired – December 20, 2016) – The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program, an independent program administered by [...]