Grass and weeds can cause sniffles and sneeze Prepping your yard this fall can give you a head start on spring landscaping, but it can also mean suffering from seasonal allergies. Ragweed pollen and lingering mold can create double the symptoms for some allergy...
It’s been a hot summer, and it’s possible your kids have spent hours in a pool or lake trying to beat the heat. The thought of returning to classrooms – and keeping allergies and asthma at bay – may not be top of mind right now, but it is important to prepare....
Summer allergies can strike at any age, mimicking a cold With temperatures in the 80s, no one wants a runny nose and non-stop sneezing to put a damper on vacation plans and outdoor festivals. While many blame their symptoms on a summer cold, it could be something much...
If you or someone you love has a skin condition like atopic dermatitis, you might be wondering whether swimming is a good choice. The National Eczema Association shared the pros and cons of pool water vs. open water and provided tips for minimizing your risk of an...
What are the signs you need to get your asthma under control? It’s a familiar story to allergists. They meet a patient with asthma who, when asked if their asthma is well controlled says, “Absolutely.” But once the patient has answered a few more questions, it is...
The combination of outdoor egg hunts and Easter baskets filled with allergens can make this Spring holiday stressful for parents of kids with allergies and asthma. We’re sharing tips for building an allergy-friendly Easter basket and ensuring the egg hunt is...
Allergy sufferers just want tools to deal with symptoms Spring is around the corner, and as you turn on the evening news you hear, “It’s going to be the worst pollen season ever!” You think, “Haven’t I heard this before?” But what you really want to know is how the...
Think outside the (candy) box to show them you care about their health Want to say “I love you” this Valentine’s Day but you’re just not sure how? Show your valentine you can creatively keep their allergies and asthma in mind while filling the day with affection. If...
Don’t say “resolutions” – just assign yourself a few tasks We’re a few weeks into 2023, and your New Year’s resolutions might already be feeling overwhelming and guilt-inducing. Instead of grand resolutions, what about assigning yourself a few tasks to keep your...
A little advance planning goes a long way to keeping everyone safe and healthy You may be looking forward to holiday traditions and good food, but those with allergies and asthma might be concerned about dust-covered decorations, pet dander, food allergies and making...
