Since 1984, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has declared May to be "National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month." It is a peak season for people with asthma and allergies and a perfect time to educate patients, family, friends, co-workers, and other people about allergic diseases.

Quick Facts (Download Fact Sheet)

More than 100 million people in the United States have asthma and/or allergies. Some people may have more than one of these conditions.

Nearly 26 million people in the U.S. have asthma (20.7 million adults and 4.8 million children).1,2

About 20 million people in the U.S. have food allergies (16.0 million adults and 4.3 million children).3,4

About 80 million people in the U.S. have rhinitis due to nasal allergies, also called "hay fever" (66.4 million adults and 13.9 million children).3,4

There is no cure for asthma or allergies.

These numbers paint a picture of how many people in the U.S. are managing asthma and allergies. But they don't paint a picture of the overall impact these diseases have on people, their caregivers, and communities.

Get Involved and Take Action

This year's theme is debunking myths and misinformation about asthma and allergies, including what causes them and how to treat them. Use our resources and tools to spread awareness during May and all year long!

Join us for 31 Days of Action for National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month 2023!