In addition to taking medications, there are a number of ways that allergy sufferers can make their homes more comfortable during the fall, when outdoor allergens like ragweed and indoor irritants such as pet dander, mold and dust mites are particularly strong. Read More »
Archive for September, 2013
School districts consider starting school later so students can sleep longer
Doctors have long stressed the importance of getting enough sleep at night — particularly for adolescents, for whom lack of rest can lead to serious issues such as depression, impaired judgment and academic underachievement. Read More »
Asthma left untreated during pregnancy can lead to health problems in babies
People who suffer from asthma understand first-hand how important it is to keep their symptoms under control, but doing so is even more important for pregnant women. Read More »
The difference between allergies and the common cold
It’s easy to mistake seasonal allergies for the common cold — especially as the weather gets colder and viruses begin spreading more rapidly. Read More »
Study: People with severe asthma are less responsive to treatment
On Monday, September 9, researchers presented a study at European Respiratory Society (ERS) Annual Congress in Barcelona suggesting that individuals who suffer from severe asthma have a lower chance of responding well to treatment than those who have a milder form of the chronic respiratory disease. Read More »
Indoor allergy triggers to watch out for this fall
As the weather begins getting colder, it’s likely that parents may notice their children’s allergy symptoms getting worse. Read More »
Ragweed allergies may affect sleeping patterns
Dr. Gary Carpenter, an allergist with Quincy Medical Group, said that people need to be careful that their allergy symptoms don’t prevent them from sleeping well at night. Read More »
Study: Asthmatic women are twice as likely to be hospitalized than men during menopause
On Tuesday, September 3, the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) published a press release announcing that menopausal women who have asthma have a higher chance of being hospitalized as a result of this affliction than men. Read More »
How to conquer ragweed allergies this season
As summer transitions into fall, many people across the United States are all too familiar with ragweed allergy symptoms. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI), ragweed pollen levels peak in mid-September, but the allergen can remain prevalent for months. Read More »
Preparing an asthmatic child for going back to school
As parents across the United States prepare to send their children back to school, it’s important for them to be aware of the fact that asthma attacks are particularly common during this time of the year, reports LiveScience. Read More »