Experts say that last winter’s snowfall is causing trees and grasses to erupt with very high pollen levels. This year’s pollen forecasts are also high in the southern parts of the country. Pollen and other airborne allergens cause cells in the immune system to release histamines. Those histamines trigger everything from itchy eyes and throat… Continue reading Another Bad Allergy Season Is Here
Tag: Allergies
Allergic to Peanuts? Relief May Be at Hand
An oral immunotherapy drug, tested in a 10-nation trial, could be the first FDA-approved medication for people living with peanut allergies. The medicine, AR101, is derived from peanut protein and could help patients build tolerance for peanuts. “The results of this landmark trial are likely to lead to the first FDA-approved treatment for food allergy… Continue reading Allergic to Peanuts? Relief May Be at Hand
Winter Health Myths, Busted
How many of these winter health myths do you believe? Myth: Allergies go away in the winter. Actually, allergies might the real source behind your stuffy nose and scratchy throat. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, one in five people suffer from indoor/outdoor allergies, and the indoor variety can be worse in… Continue reading Winter Health Myths, Busted
7 Things to Check Before You Leave The Pharmacy
Did you know that your pharmacist can work with you to help you take medications safely and reliably? Here are a few things to check when you fill a prescription, especially for a new medication: Make sure the label has your name on it and the directions from your doctor. If it doesn’t have directions,… Continue reading 7 Things to Check Before You Leave The Pharmacy
Unexpected Strategies For Fighting Allergies
Wheezing and sneezing definitely isn’t the most invigorating way of getting through the day. But runny noses, congestion and itchy throats are an unfortunate fact of life for the more than 50 million Americans who suffer from nasal allergies that can be triggered by tree pollen, grass pollen, dust mites, pet dander, mold and other… Continue reading Unexpected Strategies For Fighting Allergies
Tips to Minimize Allergy Symptoms During Peak Allergy Season
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) estimates that about 50 million of Americans suffer from allergies, which are most active in the spring, summer, and early fall. Allergies, according to NIAID, are the sixth leading cause of chronic disease in the United States and cost the healthcare system $18 billion annually. Here… Continue reading Tips to Minimize Allergy Symptoms During Peak Allergy Season
Top Tips for Surviving Allergy Season
Remove pollen covered clothing as soon as you get home. Bag garments or deposit them in your mud or laundry room as soon as you walk in the door. Do the same with shoes to avoid tracking allergenic contaminants into your home. Use a high quality air purifier with a true HEPA filter at home… Continue reading Top Tips for Surviving Allergy Season
Are You Really Allergic to Aspirin?
Some patients with cardiovascular disease who have a reaction to aspirin are told they are allergic without being tested by an allergist. As a result they stop an otherwise effective therapy. According to a study presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting in San Antonio in November 2015,… Continue reading Are You Really Allergic to Aspirin?
Drug Allergies: 6 Questions to Ask Your Doctor
At one time or another, you or someone you know has probably had some sort of allergic reaction. But how can you tell if you’re allergic to a medication or if the “weirdness” you’re feeling is a side effect? The first step is to try to understand the difference between an allergy versus side effect… Continue reading Drug Allergies: 6 Questions to Ask Your Doctor
Don’t Be Misled by “Latex-Free” Claims
If you’re allergic to natural rubber latex, the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has good news for you: in the future, you are less likely to be misinformed about the absence of this allergen in such products as medical devices. To avoid false assurances about this hazard to your health, FDA is recommending to… Continue reading Don’t Be Misled by “Latex-Free” Claims
Spring Allergens Linked to Increased Dry Eye Cases
New ophthalmology research from the University of Miami shows that dry eye – the little understood culprit behind red, watery, gritty feeling eyes – strikes most often in spring, just as airborne allergens are surging. The study marks the first time that researchers have discovered a direct correlation between seasonal allergens and dry eye, with… Continue reading Spring Allergens Linked to Increased Dry Eye Cases
Spring Allergies: 6 Tips to Stop The Sneezing
The arrival of spring may bring warmer weather, but that warm, dry breeze also carries pollen. And for the more than 50 million Americans who suffer from allergies, that means it is time to stock up on tissues and allergy medicine. Unfortunately, this spring it’s not just pollen that has us sneezing. “We are already… Continue reading Spring Allergies: 6 Tips to Stop The Sneezing
Everything You Need to Know About Spring Allergies
Spring is officially here, but for some people, that just means having to deal with runny noses, sneezing, itchy eyes, irritated skin, and other unpleasant spring skin allergies. But what causes spring allergies? How can pollen make your skin itch? And are there any natural remedies for springtime allergies? Keep reading for answers to all… Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About Spring Allergies
Should You Keep Your Dentist Appointment or Stay Away?
Spring is headed our way, along with hay fever, allergies, and occasionally even that last winter cold. If you are due for your six-month dental checkup but have come down with the sniffles, how do you know whether or not it’s best to skip your dentist appointment? Knowing the difference between an allergy and a… Continue reading Should You Keep Your Dentist Appointment or Stay Away?
Dealing with Spring Allergies
After a long and hard winter, most of us are looking forward to spring. Spring is the season when birds chirp, grass grows, and cool breezes welcome you outside. Yet while the season has its joys, there are some people who suffer from seasonal allergies in the spring. This often makes outdoor activities extremely challenging.… Continue reading Dealing with Spring Allergies
A New and Improved Turmeric?
Researchers have figured out a way to better distribute the biological effects of curcumin, an anti-inflammatory, over-the-counter supplement that until now has metabolized too quickly to be of maximum effect. Curcumin, a natural compound in the spice turmeric, has been used for centuries by practitioners of Ayurveda – a Hindu system of medicine – for… Continue reading A New and Improved Turmeric?
Finding Food Allergens Where They Shouldn’t Be
The allergens most often involved in food recalls are milk, wheat and soy. Any allergen present but not declared on a product’s label poses a serious health risk. If you’re allergic to a food ingredient, you probably look for it on the food product’s label. But some labels may not be as reliable as they… Continue reading Finding Food Allergens Where They Shouldn’t Be
Milk & Egg Allergies More Worrisome Than Nut Allergies
If you’re the grandparent or parent of a child with food allergies, you know that constant vigilance is called for regarding everything your off-spring child eats. A hidden ingredient can be fatal.