Allergies

4 Tips for vacationing with allergies

Guest Author — Fri, 24 May 2013 00:42:00 -0700

Dr. Maeve O'Connor sat down with SheKnows to discuss smart travel tips for vacationing with allergies.

Are you taking the wrong allergy meds?

Guest Author — Sun, 19 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700

Effective allergy management may be one of the best-kept secrets in modern medicine. Allergic rhinitis alone is one of the five costliest chronic conditions in the US, and many allergy-related conditions, such as asthma and anaphylaxis, can be even more serious and costly.

Signs of food allergies in kids

Michelle Maffei — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 08:00:00 -0700

With up to 6 percent of children under age 3 reported to have food allergies, it's important to know how to spot an allergic reaction on the fly. From itchy red bumps to shortness of breath, discover these signs of food allergies in kids along with tips from Loyola pediatric allergist Joyce Rabbat, MD.

Allergy season will be a long one in 2013

Kristen Fischer — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 05:17:00 -0700

Experts say this allergy season will last longer than usual. Not only that, excess pollen means a tougher season overall for allergy sufferers. Find out why, then get some tips from emergency medicine physician and TV host Dr. Travis Stork on how to treat and prevent allergies this season and beyond.

Natural ways to manage spring allergies

Tracy E. Hopkins — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 11:37:00 -0800

April showers bring May flowers, but they also usher in seasonal allergies . Millions suffer from these bothersome indoor/outdoor allergies, but before you pick up the usual prescription or over-the-counter remedy, here are a few natural ways to manage the common symptoms of coughing, runny nose, itchy eyes and sore throat.

Parenting’s dirty little secret

Tiernan McKay — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 08:00:00 -0700

Most parents are guilty of consuming at least a little bit of dirt at some point in our childhoods. Still, we turned out OK, right? Somehow, we’ve collectively erased these dirty memories and commenced upon a love affair with all things anti-bacterial.

Cut down on allergens in your child’s bedroom

Maria Mora — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 10:00:00 -0700

Does your child sleep with a pile of stuffed animals? The bad news is those toys could be littered with allergens. The good news is with a few simple steps, you can drastically reduce your child’s exposure to allergens that cause asthma and discomfort.

How to diagnose pet allergies

Virginia Chavez — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 06:16:00 -0700

Allergies don’t overlook any opportunity to burden the masses, including the four-legged members of our family. Itchy, scratchy and just plain uncomfortable, we can all relate to the dreadful side effects of an allergic reaction. Luckily, a trip to your local pharmacy for a antihistimine or two does the trick. If only it were that easy for your pet. Learning how to diagnose your pets’ unusual behaviors is the first step toward a quick fix. Read on to find out how to determine if your pet is suffering from allergies.

What to plant if you have allergies

Karen Miner — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 14:00:00 -0700

It's that time of year when flowers bloom, pollen is in the air, eyes get puffy and noses get stuffy. Although you can't control the landscaping in the rest of the world, you can plant your own sneeze-free garden at home.

Cope with your child's summer allergies on the cheap

Michelle Maffei — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 14:00:00 -0700

You shouldn't have to choose between saving money and giving your youngster relief from summer allergies. But, with the right savings tips, you can give your children relief without blowing through your bank account. From asking for prescriptions versus over-the-counter to irrigating your child's nose, uncover five tips from Jeanette Pavini, Emmy award-winning Coupons.com household savings expert about how to cope with your child's summer allergies on the cheap.

5 Ways to improve indoor air quality

Vicki Clinebell — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 02:43:00 -0700

Your comfort and health will benefit from good indoor air quality. Breathe easier with simple strategies to improve your indoor air!

Parenting Guru: When kids “catch” stress

Julie Weingarden Dubin — Tue, 29 May 2012 08:00:00 -0700

David Code, Episcopal minister, father of two and author of Kids Pick Up on Everything: How Parental Stress is Toxic to Kids, explains why when it comes to children’s health, the real toxin is your tension, because kids pick up on the "vibe" you give off.

How to allergy proof your child’s room

Maria Mora — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 11:00:00 -0800

Does your child suffer from environmental allergies? Get active in the fight against allergens that cause your child uncomfortable and sometimes dangerous symptoms. With the right tools, you can make your child’s bedroom a safer place to play and sleep.

What to expect from allergy shots

Maria Mora — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:00:00 -0800

Considering immunotherapy for your child’s seasonal and environmental allergies? Learn what it’s really like to take your child for allergy shots on a regular basis.

The common cold vs. the flu: What's the difference?

Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 06:18:00 -0700

You wake up in the morning with a cough, congestion and general malaise. You know you’re getting sick, but with what? Learn how to interpret your symptoms to judge whether you’re dealing with a common cold or the seasonal flu.

September asthma epidemic: Protect your kids from asthma attacks

Karen Hawthorne — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 03:41:00 -0700

For kids with asthma, the return to school in September worsens their condition. The close confines of a classroom and exposure to a variety of germs and allergens carried by other kids, combined with seasonal allergens such as ragweed and molds, means unmanageability, misery and often trips to the emergency room. Here’s what you need to know to prevent serious asthma attacks.

Reduce irritants in your home

Christy Pogorelac — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 07:25:00 -0700

Irritants are particles in the air that can trigger asthma and allergy symptoms. Some of the most common irritants in the home include tobacco smoke, fireplace smoke, wood dust and asbestos. VOCs are also extremely common, and often harmful, irritants found throughout the home. VOCs include a variety of chemicals that you may not expect to find in your personal space. To limit your exposure to allergy and asthma triggers and get relief from allergy symptoms, start at the source and reduce irritants in your home, room by room.

10 Easy ways to improve home air quality

Christy Pogorelac — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 06:34:00 -0700

You may not see or smell them, but a variety of air pollutants and other irritants are happily residing in your home. Lurking in household items such as cosmetics, detergents, paints and disinfectants and on your pillow, bedding and even the family pet, irritants can pollute the air you breathe and even disturb your lungs' airways. Never fear: Here are 10 simple tips to improve the air in your home so you can breathe easier.

Allergy-reducing tips for your home

Vicki Clinebell — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 09:03:00 -0700

Preventing exposure to allergens and irritants in your home helps everyone breathe more easily. If you have allergies, however, it's even more important to select the right items when decorating your house, and to know how to maintain it for a healthy indoor environment. From cleaning and redecorating to minimizing exposure to mildew, dust mites, pollen, pet dander and other allergens, here are a few tips to keep you and your family healthy indoors.

Allergies & remodeling

Vicki Clinebell — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 07:29:00 -0700

You can't always see them, but asthma and allergy triggers lurk all over your home. When these triggers become airborne, they pollute the interior air and cause wheezing, coughing, tightening of the chest and even frightening shortness of breath in allergy sufferers -- but they're unhealthy for everyone. Reducing exposure is important to the quality of everyday living, but becomes even more critical when you're remodeling your home. Choices you make in products and installation can make a big difference in an asthma- and allergy-friendly remodel and in creating an anti-allergen home.

Expert tips to manage allergies at home

Michele Borboa, MS — Sat, 21 May 2011 13:26:00 -0700

If anyone knows how to turn a home space from drab into fab, it’s designer, TV personality and real estate agent Sabrina Soto from HGTV’s Get It Sold and Real Estate Intervention. As a longtime allergy sufferer, Soto is also an expert on managing allergies in the home. Here are the designer’s tips to reducing allergens in your home.