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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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Back to School: Your Child’s Allergy and Asthma Care

Back to School: Your Child’s Allergy and Asthma Care

Managing your child’s allergy and asthma care throughout COVID-19 is important, especially if they are headed back to school for in-person learning. Taking steps to make sure you and your child understand how to manage their allergies and asthma when they return to school is key to helping them stay healthy. Be Prepared Your child’s allergy and asthma care is important to ensure they stay healthy while at school. Work with an allergist to ensure your child’s allergy and asthma medications are up to...

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