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ASCIA – Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy

The Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA) was established in 1990 as the peak professional body for clinical immunology and allergy in Australia and New Zealand. ASCIA is a Company limited by guarantee (ACN 608 798 241; ABN 45 615 521 452) and is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).

Vision and mission

ASCIA's purpose is to advance the science and practice of allergy and clinical immunology, by promoting the highest standard of medical practice, training, education and research.

ASCIA’s social purpose is to improve the quality of life and health of people with allergic disease, inborn errors of immunity (including primary immunodeficiencies) and other immune system disorders.

How ASCIA can help

ASCIA works towards achieving its purpose by focusing on strategic areas and goals:

  • Member Services - Goal: Promote the highest standards of training, practice and care through online resources, communications, advocacy and research grants.
  • Professional Development - Goal: Provide education and training opportunities for ASCIA members, other health professionals, patients/carers and community.
  • Collaborations - Goal: Collaborate with patient/carer, professional and research groups to improve health outcomes relating to allergy and clinical immunology.

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Last reviewed: June 2025

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Patients - Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)

Patients, Carers and Community - Links to detailed information on more than 140 allergy and immunology topics for patients and cares are available here.

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Allergy and anaphylaxis - Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)

About allergy and anaphylaxis - the most severe form of allergic reaction

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Anaphylaxis - Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)

Anaphylaxis is the most severe type of allergic reaction and should always be treated as a medical emergency with adrenaline administered

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Anaphylaxis translations - Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)

Anaphylaxis information in other languages - Anaphylaxis is a potentially life threatening, severe allergic reaction and should always be treated as a medical emergency.

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What is allergy? - Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)

Allergy occurs when a person's immune system reacts to substances in the environment that are harmless to most people. These substances are known as allergens a

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Allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and sinusitis - Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)

Allergic rhinitis, hay fever, sinusitis, pollen

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Allergic conjunctivitis - Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)

Allergic Conjunctivitis Frequently Asked Questions

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Allergic rhinitis (hay fever) - Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)

Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)

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Pollen calendar - guide to common allergenic pollen - Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)

The Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA) is the peak professional body of clinical immunology and allergy in Australia & New Zealand

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Nasal polyps - Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)

Nasal Polyps Frequently Asked Questions

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