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Asthma and the Flu
Whether it’s H1N1 or the seasonal variety, the flu can be a serious issue for asthma sufferers. Click here for some advice from the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology on avoiding the flu and what to do if you get it.

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Four CAAC Doctors Named to Charlotte Magazine’s 2009 Top Docs List
Charlotte Magazine surveyed physicians in the Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, Gaston and Union county areas by asking "which physician would you call if you or a loved one needed medical care?" This year’s lists includes John T. Klimas, MD, J. Gray Norris, MD, Maeve E. O’Connor, MD, and Richard P. Silton, MD. Our physicians represent the only American Board of Allergy and Immunology certified Allergists to make the list. CAAC is proud that all of 12 physicians are ABAI certified. Click here to read more about the importance of seeking care from a board certified allergist.

Charlotte Ranks Third Worst City for Allergies
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America ranked Charlotte third on its Spring 2009 list of most challenging US cities to live in with allergies. The rankings are based on scientific analysis of 3 factors for 100 metro areas. The data measured and compared each year includes:
• Pollen scores (airborne grass/tree/weed pollen and mold spores)*
• Number of allergy medications used per patient
• Number of allergy specialists per patient

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