WK Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Center

04/24/2026

It's World Immunization Week!

Vaccines have saved more than 150 million lives since 1974 — not by accident, but because ordinary people made the decision to protect themselves, their children and one another.

That’s 6 lives every minute, every day, for more than 5 decades. Vaccines work!

Your decision makes a difference. Get vaccinated.

04/24/2026

While broadly following AAFP and AAP guidelines, the foundation supports IDSA’s new recommendation that all immunocompromised adults ages 18+ receive a respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine.

04/23/2026

04/23/2026

Check out “Willis Knighton Health on Point” podcasts wherever you listen - Dr. Caperton breaks down the science of food allergies in fun ways

04/08/2026

Anaphylaxis in infants and toddlers can look a little different than in older children and adults. Learn more about the signs and symptoms at: https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/research/our-food-allergy-research/food-allergy-anaphylaxis-in-infants/

04/08/2026

The FDA has removed the age restriction for neffy 1 mg, expanding access to a needle-free epinephrine option for children at risk of severe allergic reactions.

Eligibility is now based on weight alone, meaning patients who weigh at least 33 lbs (15 kg) can use neffy 1 mg regardless of age. This change is especially important for younger children who previously met the weight requirement but were excluded due to age limits.

For FARE, this matters because increasing epinephrine options help overcome real-world treatment barriers. More choices allow families to select what works best for them and empower families to act confidently when treating anaphylaxis.

02/04/2026

Pensacola doctors are reporting the first measles case in Escambia County in 20 years. See link below ⬇️ bit.ly/4c5RVp5

02/04/2026

South Carolina measles outbreak hits 876 with 29 new cases

Among confirmed cases, 800 case-patients are unvaccinated against measles.

https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/south-carolina-measles-outbreak-hits-876-29-new-cases

02/04/2026

The FDA has issued a Complete Response Letter for Anaphylm™, a dissolvable orally delivered epinephrine film developed by Aquestive Therapeutics, citing concerns related to usability rather than effectiveness.
Importantly, the FDA did not request new studies on Anaphylm’s efficacy or overall safety. Instead, it is requiring additional human-factors and usability validation studies.
Aquestive plans to complete these studies and resubmit its application in Q3 2026, requesting a rapid review.
Epinephrine remains the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis. Regulatory decisions like this underscore the importance of not only developing effective treatments but also ensuring they can be used quickly, correctly, and confidently when seconds matter.
FARE supports continued innovation and remains hopeful as the FDA and Aquestive Therapeutics work through the next steps for the benefit of the food allergy community.

02/01/2026

The AAP’s recommended pacing of childhood vaccines considers when children are most likely to be exposed to contagious diseases and when children’s immune systems will respond best. This timing has kept millions of kids healthy, so they can focus on growing, playing, and learning.

Our recommendations are based on decades of research and the expertise of pediatricians and public health professionals. Learn more about AAP's 2026 immunization schedule: https://bit.ly/2TPNAkc

01/26/2026

The WK Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Center will remain CLOSED until Wednesday, January 28, 2026 due to the ice on the roads.

We are grateful to Willis Knighton Health admin & the dedicated service teams providing excellent care & leadership during this ice storm.

Willis Knighton hospitals will continue to care for inpatients and those coming to the emergency department for serious medical conditions. However, all clinics will remain closed until Wednesday, including Physicians Network offices as well as all Quick Care and Work Kare locations. Surgical Services will continue for emergency conditions, but closed for elective surgeries.

Willis Knighton is grateful for the many employees who have stayed overnight in the hospitals to ensure that patient care is uninterrupted.