Facts on allergy shots In the U.S., more than 60 million people suffer from allergies and asthma. Many people who have allergies rely on allergy shots to help them to minimize their symptoms. The shots contain extracts of the allergens that cause the allergic reactions so that the sufferers’ immune system can become less reactive […]
Summertime brings all kinds of new opportunities for adventure but can require extensive planning, especially if you or someone in your family suffers from allergies or asthma. Preparation is key to having a fun-filled, safe and healthy trip. Anticipate Allergens You never know what allergens you may encounter en route or once you arrive at […]
Can A Dog Protect a Child from Asthma and Eczema? While many parents are busy sanitizing and disinfecting every square inch of their homes in preparation, a little bit of nature seems to be quite an effective immune booster for the arrival of a new baby. The good news of a bun in the oven […]
The symptoms are obvious: sneezing, an itchy nose, watery eyes, but the cause may seem quite elusive. Allergies affect everyone differently. Some people seem to be allergic to everything while others don’t struggle at all. It’s not a fair fight, but by addressing the root of the problem, you can certainly increase your odds of […]
What is ubiquitous and rhymes with toy? A highly common allergen goes by the name of soy. Think beyond tofu and soymilk, this frontrunner among food allergens lurks in far more than you might realize. Not Just for Kids Though most soy allergies begin in infancy and are often outgrown, some may continue into adulthood. […]
The 2015 Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) report named Louisville, KY, as the #1 Fall Allergy Capital again – for the second year in a row – based primarily on a very higher pollen score and very high medication usage. How did AAFA calculate the ranking? First was the pollen count, which was […]
Last month, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), a leading patient advocacy organization in the United States representing nearly 61 million Americans who experience asthma or allergies, released its annual Spring Allergy Capitals™ report. The report identified the 100 most challenging places to live with spring allergies in the U.S. Jackson, MS is […]
Food allergies are a serious matter that can result in a life-threatening situation if not handled properly. However, a misdiagnosed food allergy, especially in children, can result in an unnecessary stigma, isolation and even a paralyzing fear. Furthermore, from a nutritional standpoint, avoidance of foods thought to be allergens can translate into a lack of […]
Though increasingly common, nut allergies are among the most severe forms of food allergies. Whether you or a family member is allergic to nuts, the fear of accidentally ingesting a trigger food can be paralyzing. Anaphylaxis ranges from mildly irritating to outright fatal. It is critical that you become well versed in reading and comprehending […]
The beginning of the school year is an exciting time filled with so many new possibilities. At the same time, for a parent whose child suffers from asthma or allergies, this type of change and transition can be quite stressful, and at times, downright scary. You know how to care for you child and manage […]
