6 Best Back to School Allergy Tips

6 Best Back to School Allergy Tips

6 Best Back-to-School Allergy Tips: It’s that time of year again, children are returning to school once more, and most parents are focused on getting their kids prepared for the new school year. For children with allergies or asthma, it’s also important for parents to make sure their children have visited their local allergists and are prepared with some back-to-school allergy tips. Allergy & Asthma Medications  One of the best back-to-school allergy tips is to ensure children with allergies or asthma have...

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Epinephrine Autoinjectors: How and When to Use Them

Epinephrine Autoinjectors: How and When to Use Them

Epinephrine autoinjectors are life-saving medical devices that are the first line of treatment when experiencing a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). If you or a family member suffers from allergies that could trigger anaphylaxis, it’s important always to keep one on hand wherever you go.  It is also important to know how and when to use them. Learn more about the right way to use epinephrine autoinjectors in the event of an emergency. 1st, How Do Epinephrine Autoinjectors Work?  Epinephrine autoinjectors...

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Is It a Virus or Allergies? What You Should Know

Is It a Virus or Allergies? What You Should Know

Is it a virus or allergies? If you are feeling under the weather during this time, you may wonder whether you have contracted a virus or are experiencing allergy symptoms. While there are some overlapping symptoms for viruses and allergies, it’s important to know the key differences when determining a course of action for your symptoms.   Allergies vs. Viruses Allergies are an immune system response to specific allergens, while a virus is a biological entity that relies on a host to thrive and reproduce....

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Staying Healthy with Asthma

Staying Healthy with Asthma

Staying Healthy with Asthma: Caring for and treating asthma is important for those that live with the condition to live each day comfortably without flare-ups. It’s important to recognize the signs of an asthma flare-up, know about asthma triggers, and work with an asthma specialist to develop a treatment plan you can rely on. Read more to learn about caring for your asthma and the steps you can take to stay healthy this year.   Asthma is a chronic disease of the respiratory system that causes the airways to...

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Christmas Tree Allergies: What You Should Know

Christmas Tree Allergies: What You Should Know

Christmas tree allergies can pose a problem for those who enjoy having a real Christmas tree in their home. These allergies can be avoided by substituting a real tree for an artificial one or taking steps to reduce the potential for an allergy flare-up. Learn more about some actions you can take this Christmas to enjoy your tree. Christmas Tree Allergy Causes In addition to pollen left on the tree, an allergy flare-up from your tree is often caused by mold spores left after its been cut. Once you bring the tree...

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Halloween & Food Allergies in Children: What You Should Know

Halloween & Food Allergies in Children: What You Should Know

Halloween and food allergies in children can be a big concern for parents whose kids experience reactions to allergens in common candies. For these parents, there are some steps that can be taken to make sure their children enjoy a fun-filled and safe Halloween. Learn about some of our tips to help avoid a food allergy reaction.   Common Food Allergies in Children Food allergies are an abnormal response in the body’s immune system caused by a particular allergen present in the consumed food. Food allergies...

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