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Chicago children with allergies and asthma will have easier access to treatment while in school.
Chicago schools will lead nation in on-site allergy and asthma treatments

The Illinois state legislature passed a law that will put four to six epinephrine injectors in all Chicago Public School facilities beginning next academic year.

Some common allergy medications contain base ingredients that are required to produce methamphetamine.
Illinois tightens restrictions on cold and allergy drugs

Pseudoephedrine and ephedrine are typically found in nasal decongestants, but they can be extracted to create methamphetamine.

Beds represent an ideal climate for dust mites to populate.
Mattresses are safe havens for dust mites

Dust mites collect on beds because they prefer an environment that is warm and soft.

Allergy Disease News

Babies who grow quickly may be more prone to developing asthma symptoms.
Researchers find link between rapid growth in infants and asthma

Children should be observed regularly during their infancy to ensure they are developing correctly.

Schools can be susceptible to mold outbreaks because of their large size.
Students suffering upon return to classrooms

Generally, children, the elderly and individuals with compromised immune systems are most likely to be irritated by mold growth.

Water that infiltrates a home can produce mold spore growth if not cleaned up immediately.
Mold growth drives UConn president from home

Mold treatment cost the university $3,200, while an additional $94,000 was spent to ensure the home would be livable once Hogan’s successor moved in.

Allergy Product News

Women may want to avoid using asthma inhalers as a precaution during the initial stages of pregnancy.
Study finds possible link between asthma in mothers and birth defects

The school system that dealt with the 2010 death of a student after she was exposed to an allergen is now ready to embrace its role as a leader in allergy management and as the first large district in the nation to adopt a policy for students who suffer from asthma symptoms. In December 2010, [...]

Vacuuming can release dust particles into the air, so experts suggest using a device with a HEPA filter to reduce the presence of these allergens.
Study finds vacuuming without HEPA filters not advisable

Of all models studied, HEPA vacuums were most effective at curtailing the spread of allergens.

A new allergy medication may soon be available over-the-counter.
FDA approves stronger, generic version of Claritin

Earlier this week, the FDA’s approval of Desloratadine led many consumers to start planning for the product’s release, which is tentatively scheduled for July 1.

Allergy Relief News

Leather furniture doesn't trap allergens like plush materials do.
Leather furniture reduces common allergy symptoms

Plush furniture is known to contribute to allergy-related suffering because the upholstered cushions can trap dust mites, pet dander and other allergens.

Parents of children with suspected allergies should be regularly monitored before testing is completed.
Doctors caution about limitations of allergy tests

The piece urges physicians to avoid using solely skin-prick and blood testing to diagnose patients with allergies.

Two Canadian airlines may soon ban cats from traveling in main cabins.
Cats may be banned on some Canadian airlines

While specific guidelines vary, most major U.S. airlines still permit pets being carried onboard by passengers.

Seasonal Allergy News

Some contact lens users prefer to wear glasses during allergy season than to deal with itchy and watery eyes.
Contact lens users hit particularly hard during allergy season

Contact lenses can trap allergens in the eyelid, causing even more discomfort than the individual would have experienced without wearing them.

Extreme temperature shifts can be especially harmful to asthmatics.
Warm winter temperatures worsen asthma conditions

The school system that dealt with the 2010 death of a student after she was exposed to an allergen is now ready to embrace its role as a leader in allergy management and as the first large district in the nation to adopt a policy for students who suffer from asthma symptoms. In December 2010, [...]

Snow usually buries mold spores during the winter months, but that hasn't been the case this year.
No snow means allergy symptoms for some sufferers

Warmer temperatures traditionally bring with them fewer snowstorms, but with snowfall low, mold spore counts have increased.

Allergy Infographics

Infographic: Allergy myths dispelled

The school system that dealt with the 2010 death of a student after she was exposed to an allergen is now ready to embrace its role as a leader in allergy management and as the first large district in the nation to adopt a policy for students who suffer from asthma symptoms. In December 2010, [...]

Infographic: What’s In A Sneeze?

The school system that dealt with the 2010 death of a student after she was exposed to an allergen is now ready to embrace its role as a leader in allergy management and as the first large district in the nation to adopt a policy for students who suffer from asthma symptoms. In December 2010, [...]

Infographic: 7 Allergens in your home that you didn’t know about

The school system that dealt with the 2010 death of a student after she was exposed to an allergen is now ready to embrace its role as a leader in allergy management and as the first large district in the nation to adopt a policy for students who suffer from asthma symptoms. In December 2010, [...]