The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Mark: Your Guide to a Healthier Home

If you or a loved one manages asthma or allergies, you know how important it is to create a healthy living environment. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and its asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program are key allies in this effort. Here’s a brief overview of what they do and how the certification can help you.

🤝 About AAFA

Founded in 1953, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is the oldest and largest nonprofit patient organization dedicated to saving lives and reducing the burden of disease for people with asthma, allergies, and related conditions. AAFA’s work is centered on four key areas: education, advocacy, research, and community support.

AAFA provides free, evidence-based information and resources to patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers. They also advocate for public policies that improve access to health care, promote healthier indoor and outdoor air quality, and address health disparities.

✅ Understanding the asthma & allergy friendly® Certification

The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program is a collaborative initiative between AAFA and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL). It is an independent testing program designed to help consumers identify products that are more suitable for people with asthma and allergies .

When you see the certification mark on a product, it means the item has undergone rigorous scientific testing to meet strict standards set by experts. These standards are designed to ensure the product effectively helps reduce exposure to common asthma and allergy triggers .

Types of products that can be certified include:

Air cleaners and filters
Bedding (e.g., mattress and pillow encasings)
Vacuum cleaners
Cleaning products
Flooring and paints
Laundry appliances 

💡 Why This Matters for You

For over 100 million Americans with asthma and/or allergies, managing the indoor environment is a crucial part of staying healthy. By choosing products that have earned the asthma & allergy friendly® Certification, you can make more informed decisions to create a healthier home with greater confidence.

🌟 A Trusted Resource

AAFA is the only asthma and allergy patient group certified by the National Health Council for its high standards of accountability and ethics. This makes AAFA and its certification program a trusted resource for patients and their families seeking to improve their quality of life.

You can learn more about certified products and find resources to manage asthma and allergies on the website at aafa.org and allergystandards.com.