Millions of Americans are battling hay fever this fall, but there are common household irritants that may be making their symptoms even worse. Read More »
Archive for October, 2013
In spite of public health campaigns, asthmatic children are still exposed to secondhand smoke
Reuters reports that approximately half of children ages six through 19 were exposed to secondhand smoke between 2003 and 2010, causing many asthmatic kids to miss school and encounter difficulty sleeping. Read More »
How can I combat workplace allergies?
For many Americans, going to work each day means spending eight hours in the office and, according to a recent press release from Clarity Allergy Center in Chicago, this can pose a problem for people who suffer from allergies or asthma. Read More »
Allergy specialist explains why hay fever is so bad in California
Seasonal allergies are prevalent throughout the United States, but have you ever wondered why they affect people worse in some areas than others? Read More »
Researchers examine the link between mold and asthma in children
Researchers from Columbia University are conducting a $720,000 study funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that will focus on asthmatic children between the ages of seven and 11 who live in certain parts of New York City. Read More »
How can I use a neti pot safely?
In this post, we’ll take a look at what you must do in order to ensure that you’re using your neti pot correctly. Read More »
Fall allergies can be especially hard on students
According to North Carolina news outlet WBTV, fall allergies are even worse this year than usual, which, when mixed with indoor irritants and the common cold, can create a “perfect storm” of unpleasant triggers. Read More »
Pollen allergies may worsen during grass scalping season
Allergy sufferers may notice their symptoms worsening during October, which is the most popular month for grass scalping. Read More »
Airlines that allow pets on board can cause a negative experience for allergy sufferers
According to USA Today, most of the major airlines in the United States have policies that allow passengers to keep their pets on board with them in the cabin, which can cause significant problems for individuals who are plagued by pet dander allergies or a chronic respiratory disease. Read More »
Study: New treatments can help people with dust mite and grass pollen allergies
In an October 2 press release, Adiga Life Sciences announced that it had recently found new treatments for two of the most common types of allergies: grass pollen and dust mite. Read More »
