by levo | Feb 18, 2021 | Allergy and Asthma News, Blog
Staying indoors when pollen levels are high won’t always save you from those awful allergy symptoms. Dust mites, pet dander, mold, and even cockroaches can cause allergy symptoms indoors. Here’s a rundown of the most common indoor allergy triggers to watch for and...
by levo | Feb 10, 2021 | Allergy and Asthma News, Blog, Uncategorized
A food allergy is an immune system reaction that occurs after eating a specific food. Even trace amounts of the food can cause symptoms, such as hives, nausea, and swelling of the lips, face, tongue or throat. Food allergy affects roughly 32 million Americans,...
by levo | Jan 26, 2021 | Uncategorized
Everyone who has asthma, child or adult, needs an Asthma Action Plan to prevent and control asthma attacks. Developing an Asthma Action Plan can be lifesaving and helps the patient take an active role in their health, making them be more confident when faced with an...
by levo | Nov 20, 2020 | Allergy and Asthma News, Blog, Uncategorized
Immunodeficiency disorders disrupt the body’s ability to defend itself against harmful substances, such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites. This type of disorder makes it easier for a person to catch viruses and bacterial infections. Primary immunodeficiency (PI)...
by levo | Nov 5, 2020 | Allergy and Asthma News, Blog
If you suffer from seasonal allergies, pollen can be your enemy in the spring and fall as grass, ragweed, and tree pollen flood the air, often through November. Fortunately, there are ways you can track daily pollen counts to help minimize your pollen exposure and...