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Are You Allergic to Your Dog?

How to Know if Your Furry Best Friend Is Making You Sneeze It’s been said that dogs are man’s best friend and are amazing companions. Owning a dog decreases anxiety and loneliness, makes people more social and less isolated, and may even improve cognitive function and cardiovascular health. But what about allergies? If you’re allergic

Food Allergy or Sensitivity

Learn the Differences Between an Allergy and a Sensitivity A certain food may bother you, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’re allergic to it. Sometimes, the problem is a food sensitivity, and sometimes it’s an intolerance. Does this sound confusing? Let’s clarify some of the basic facts about food allergies and sensitivities. Allergies and sensitivities

Allergy Facts and Figures

Allergies 101: Learn About Allergies! Did you know that allergies are the 6th leading cause of chronic illness in the United States? In fact, more than 50 million Americans experience various types of allergies each year. Still, there’s confusion about exactly what allergies are and how they differ from intolerance and sensitivity. So let’s look at

Autumn Ailments: Tips on Living with Ragweed & Dander

So, you lived through spring and summer allergens, and if pollen Is your problem, you may get a break when the weather gets cooler. However, the arrival of fall doesn’t mean the end of allergens. Indoor allergies may actually get worse as you start spending more time inside, and ragweed can cause problems through fall.

That’s Nuts! Surprising Places Nuts Are Hiding In Your Home

If you or someone in your family is allergic to nuts, you’re no doubt very careful with dietary options. Still, sometimes nuts lurk where you don’t expect them. Could nuts be hiding in your home without your knowledge? More importantly, do you know where to look for them? Peanut allergies are among the most common

Pretty but Painful: Flowers to Avoid

They’re beautiful, fragrant, and a symbol of love and devotion. Unfortunately, for many people, flowers are a trigger for allergic reactions. Is there a solution? Yes! You can still enjoy flowers, and give flowers to your allergic loved ones, as long as you know which flowers to avoid. The flowers to avoid if you have allergies are

The Different Symptoms of COVID-19, the Flu, a Cold, Allergies and Asthma

Learn the difference between these respiratory conditions. COVID-19 is still spreading, which makes every cough and sniffle suspect. It’s important to remember that even with the new coronavirus spreading COVID-19, it’s still cold and flu season and other respiratory ailments are still in play. So how can you tell if you have a cold, the

Planning Safe Sleepovers When Your Child Has Food Allergies

Food allergies can be incredibly disruptive to daily life, especially for a child who just wants to have fun with other kids. The good news is that with practice and precautions, it’s still possible for a child with food allergies to enjoy himself- or herself while socializing. Assuming that the child is mature enough, encouraging

Common Cold vs. Seasonal Allergies [INFOGRAPHIC]

Knowing the difference between a cold and allergies means you can get the right treatment and feel better, faster. When you know the right allergy doctor to call, you can be confident that your doctor will find the solutions you need to control your allergies. At Allergy & Asthma Specialists, we use allergy skin testing

What Happens to the Body During Anaphylaxis?

When your body recognizes a substance as an allergen, there is usually a localized reaction, such as sneezing and a runny nose or hives in one area of the body. However, if you have a severe allergic reaction, you may experience anaphylaxis, a form of shock that happens throughout the whole body. How deadly are allergies?