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These Plants May Be Affecting Your Allergies
If you have hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, you may experience symptoms such as itchy eyes, congestion, runny nose and sneezing when you’re outdoors. What you’re reacting to is most likely pollen from…
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What Are Common Causes of Summer Allergies?
If you feel that your allergies have worsened over time, you’re not imagining it. According to one study, “The pollen season might become longer thereby extending the period in which patients suffer from allergy symptoms.…
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How to Help Your Child Navigate Food Allergies at School
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) “Food allergies are a growing food safety and public health concern that affect an estimated 8% of children in the United States. That’s 1 in…
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Can Honey Really Help Seasonal Allergies?
You may have heard the old wives’ tale that raw honey can be used to treat allergies. The idea is that, if you eat honey made in your local area, it will contain the pollen…
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Can Allergen Immunotherapy Prevent Pediatric Asthma?
Asthma is a disease that affects your lungs, causing episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness and coughing. While asthma can be controlled by taking medications and avoiding triggers, a recent study has found that it…
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Understanding Year-Round Allergies
Most people think of allergy season as occurring during just during spring and summer months. However, for many, allergy season is year-round. When and how long you experience allergy symptoms depends on what you’re allergic…
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Tips on How to Nip Your Spring Allergies in the Bud
If you take a walk through the Audubon Swamp Garden, you’ll notice the plant life blooming in the springtime. While lovely to look at, if you have hay fever you won’t be looking forward to…
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How Safe Are Allergy Shots for Children?
There’s nothing more important for parents than keeping their children safe. If your child’s allergist has recommended allergy shots to treat the symptoms they experience after visiting West Ashley Park, you may be wondering how…
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4 Ways to Deal with Nighttime Allergies
A stuffy nose and itchy, watery eyes don’t lend themselves to a good night’s rest. Let’s examine ways to better manage your nighttime allergy symptoms and improve your quality of sleep. Keep Allergy Triggers Out…
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Longer Growing Seasons Increase Airborne Pollen
Do you feel like your allergies are more severe and lasting longer than they used to? If so, you’re not imagining it; climate experts have found that allergy season is growing longer and the amount…
