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Nose Breathing vs. Mouth Breathing: How Are They Different?
We often hear advice like “breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth” in yoga classes or while running around Waterfront Park. But how often do you think about your breathing in day-to-day…
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What To Know About Managing Year-Round Allergies
We tend to think of allergies as something that pops up when the trees at Riverfront Park bloom in the springtime. While this is true for some, others may experience frustrating symptoms year-round. Let’s take…
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Understanding Postnasal Drip: Remedies and Treatments
That persistent tickle in your throat might be more than just an irritation—it could be postnasal drip, a condition where excess mucus accumulates and drips down the back of your throat. This can lead to…
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How Do Allergies Impact Mental Health
Allergies affect an estimated 50 million people annually, making them the sixth most common chronic condition in the United States. Despite their prevalence, the impact of allergy symptoms on mental health is a topic that…
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How To Prepare Your Child for Summer Camp With Allergies
Sending your child to summer camp is a fantastic way for them to make new friends, enjoy the outdoors and participate in exciting activities. However, if your child is among the 18.9% of children with…
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What To Know About Immunotherapy Shots
More than 100 million people in the U.S. experience allergies each year. When you’re spending your summers enjoying picnics, sailing off Morris Island and laying about in the sun, the last thing you want is…
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Can Allergies Affect Your Mood
Research has shown that chronic allergies can lead to an increase in rates of depression, anxiety, sleep disturbance and possibly even an increased risk of suicide. Let’s examine why allergies can affect your mood and…
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Why Does Steam Help Clear Congestion?
Approximately 12% of the U.S. population is experiencing nasal congestion, also called a stuffy nose, at any given time. While a stuffy nose isn’t usually a cause for immediate alarm, it can be an annoying…
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Why Has My Allergy Medication Stopped Working?
Approximately 30% of U.S. adults experience at least one type of allergy. With pollen season right around the corner, you probably want to ensure your allergy management plan works effectively. If you have been successively…
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How To Spring Clean Allergies Out of Your Life
As the sun starts to shine and the flowers begin to bloom, you will probably start making a list of all the things you want to accomplish this spring. Between running through Brittlebank Park and…
