There are millions of children across the United States who suffer from asthma or allergies, and a new study published in scientific journal Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology suggests that there may be a link between these afflictions and attention-deficit disorder (ADHD). Read More »
Archive for August, 2013
Experts say allergy season is lasting longer than ever before
Have you noticed that your allergy symptoms are worse than ever this year? If so, you can rest assured knowing that you aren’t alone — and that there may be a scientific explanation behind this frustrating reality. Read More »
Humid weather leads to high levels of mold in certain parts of U.S.
In between the spring pollen season and the fall ragweed season, allergy sufferers in certain parts of the United States may face a different kind of irritant brought on by heat and humidity. According to CBS Pittsburgh, mold is prevalent in areas that have experienced particularly hot temperatures and a large amount of rainfall over the past few months. Read More »
Study: Children born by Caesarean section may be at greater risk of allergies
A recent study conducted by researchers in Sweden and Scotland and published in the scientific journal “Gut” reveals that having a Caesarean section as opposed to a natural birth may lead to a child being more prone to allergies. Read More »
Expert says fall allergy season is starting early this year
Allergy sufferers can attest to the fact that this spring and summer have brought on notably high levels of pollen. Unfortunately, it doesn’t appear that relief is coming any time soon. Wisconsin media publication WLUK-TV FOX 11 reports that fall allergy season, which is characterized by a large presence of ragweed pollen, has already begun. Read More »
Keeping your eyes healthy and safe during allergy season
Your eyes are delicate parts of your body that can easily become damaged if you aren’t careful. This is especially important to keep in mind during allergy season, when your eyes, nose and throat can become severely affected by pollen and other ubiquitous irritants. Read More »
Infographic: How humidity affects allergy sufferers and what you can do about it
The good news is, there are plenty of steps that allergy and asthma sufferers can take to keep humidity levels down and eliminate allergens, from purchasing hypoallergenic bedding to using dehumidifiers. To find out more about how you can address each of the problems listed above, check out Allergy Be Gone’s infographic on humidity. Read More »
New research reveals genetic glitch that could explain most allergies
Recently, scientists from Johns Hopkins Children’s Center and the Johns Hopkins Institute of Genetic Medicine made an exciting discovery that reveals a genetic glitch that may cause all different types of allergies. Read More »
Prepare for ragweed allergies by taking antihistamines
Allergy sufferers in Ohio should be prepared for a more severe onslaught of ragweed pollen than year’s past, states cleveland.com, thanks to the abundance of rain over the past several weeks. Read More »
Questions to ask before sending a child who has asthma or allergies to summer camp
Here are a few important questions parents should ask before sending a child who suffers from asthma or allergies to summer camp. Read More »