How to contact ASCIA

1. As a professional medical organisation, ASCIA is unable to respond to telephone inquiries from the public. For any general inquiries about allergy and other immune diseases email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and we will respond to any reasonable requests. ASCIA cannot provide specific medical advice. and any questions regarding a medical diagnosis or treatment should be directed to a medical practitioner.

 

2. ASCIA develops information on allergy and other immune diseases but does not set policies for other organisations. For example, ASCIA cannot provide comments to the public on anaphylaxis management policies that are generally developed by governments (Education or Health departments), workplaces, schools, kindergartens or childcare centres. However, these bodies are able to use the ASCIA guidelines to assist in developing their policies.

 

3. As a specialty society affiliated with the RACP, ASCIA supports the RACP "Working Together" policy for staff, trainees, fellows and associates. This policy outlines the expected code of conduct to support fair treatment for all, without bullying, discrimination or harassment. The policy is available on the RACP website: www.racp.edu.au/docs/default-source/default-document-library/working-together-policy.pdf?sfvrsn=2 

In addition to the RACP policy, ASCIA strives to ensure that all employees and contractors work in a motivating and productive environment, where they are respected and feel safe. Any feedback or concerns about ASCIA employees or contractors must be sent directly to the ASCIA CEO by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and not directly to the individual.

Donations to Allergy and Immunology Research

The Allergy and Immunology Foundation of Australasia (AIFA) was established by ASCIA in 2013 to fund research into allergy and other immune diseases.  Research projects that are funded by AIFA grants will enable us to find out why allergy and other immune diseases are increasing and to develop strategies for prevention, better treatments and potential cures. Research should also improve the health and quality of life those living with allergy and other immune diseases.  To donate go to www.allergyimmunology.org.au/donate