Although many people swear by neti pots as a natural way to treat seasonal allergies, an article published in HealthDay News on Friday, October 11, urges people to take precautions when using them. Read More »
Archive for October, 2013
Seasonal allergies can be distracting for students
As people continue to battle the ragweed, mold and dust allergies that have been afflicting them for the past month or so, it’s students who are often the most affected by their symptoms. Read More »
Grass scalping season is hard on pollen allergy sufferers
October can be especially hard on allergy sufferers, as it’s a popular time of year for grass scalping. Read More »
Pet policies on airlines can make travel difficult for allergy sufferers
For the estimated 10 percent of people in America who have pet dander allergies and the 20 to 30 percent of asthma sufferers whose symptoms are triggered by animals, traveling via airplane can be an uncomfortable and potentially dangerous experience. Read More »
Researchers find new treatments for grass pollen and dust mite allergies
The millions of people in the United States who are allergic to grass pollen and dust mites can breathe a sigh of relieve, as researchers have recently discovered a new set of treatments that has proven to be successful at alleviating the symptoms of these afflictions. Read More »
Can vacuuming make your allergies worse?
While keeping your house clean is one of the best ways to prevent indoor pollutants from gradually building up, new research conducted by the University of Queensland and Laval University in Canada suggests that vacuuming could actually be aggravating your allergies. Read More »
Can seasonal allergies lead to weight gain?
Did you know that there are potential consequences of allergies that you may not have even considered? Read More »
Be wary of overmedicating your children this allergy season
While medication is a highly effective way to treat allergies, a recent article published in the American Academy of Pediatrics advises parents to be wary of giving their kids two or more over-the-counter drugs at the same time. Read More »
Can living on a farm help reduce environmental allergy symptoms?
A new study published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology suggests that people who live in farming areas may experience less severe environmental allergy symptoms than those who reside in urban communities. Read More »
Is there a link between violence and asthma?
According to an article published by NBC Chicago on September 26, some experts are beginning to believe that in addition to factors such as genetics, pollution and poverty, violence may also play a hand in the prevalence of asthma. Read More »