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Watchdog Group Says U.S. Food Recalls Rose Again Last Year
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- April 25, 2024
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U.S. recalls of foods for salmonella, foreign objects or undeclared allergens are rampant nowadays and the highest they've been since 2020, a watchdog group warns.
“Everyone needs to do better: food producers, regulators and lawmakers,” said
Planning Safe Summer Camp Fun for Kids With Allergies & Asthma
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- April 13, 2024
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Preparing a kid for summer camp is already a daunting task, and it’s even more complicated if your child has allergies or asthma, experts say.
“Kids with allergies and asthma need an extra layer of protection when they head off to summer camp,” said allergist
Know Your Spring Allergens and the Meds That Can Help
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- April 9, 2024
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Spring is in the air, and along with it loads of tree, grass and weed pollen.
Sneezing, watery and itchy eyes, runny nose and all the other miseries of seasonal allergies can prevent a person from fully enjoying the season of rebirth.
Worse, seasonal allergies also...
Dangerous Allergies? An Expert Gives Tips to Protect Yourself
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- April 1, 2024
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Allergic reactions can range from mild sneezing to life-threatening episodes where the throat closes and the airways tighten.
That's why people need to prepare themselves for any potential
Sun Plus Certain Foods, Meds Can Bring on 'Margarita Rashes'
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- March 11, 2024
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Slicing some fresh limes for that margarita savored in the sun could be a bad combo for some people's skin, dermatologists warn.
Folks can break out in what are nicknamed "margarita rashes" if they are skin-sensitive to certain fruits or vegetables and then get sun expos...
Food Allergies in College 101: Tips to Cope
- Todd A. Mahr, MD, Executive Medical Director, American College Of Allergy, Asthma And Immunology HealthDay Reporter
- March 7, 2024
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Food allergies are difficult to manage at any age, but college students face complex challenges when it comes to navigating the dangers posed by the possibility of life-threatening anaphylaxis.
Is It Allergies or Sinusitis? Many Folks Are Misdiagnosed
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- February 28, 2024
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What if you'd been treated for years for a condition, only to find out that you'd long ago been misdiagnosed?
That's what's happening to a sizable number of Americans who are taking allergy meds (to little effect) when in fact they have chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS), a ne...
What Is Chronic Sinusitis, and How Is it Treated?
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- February 27, 2024
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Stuffy, sneezing, miserable: folks plagued by chronic sinusitis know the feeling all too well.
Experts at University of Cincinnati Health say it's also an all-too-common affliction, affecting an estimated 14.6% of Americans.
What is chronic sinusitis?
Spring Allergies Have Wide-Ranging Effects
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 17, 2024
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Spring allergies bring to mind thoughts of stuffy noses and watery eyes.
But allergies actually affect many different and interconnected systems within a person's body, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI).
“Spring allergens...
Allergy Alert: What Could New Guidelines on Anaphylaxis Mean for You?
- Todd A. Mahr, MD, Executive Medical Director, American College Of Allergy, Asthma And Immunology HealthDay Reporter
- January 23, 2024
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If you or someone close to you suffers from severe allergic reactions, you have probably heard there are new recommendations out that offer guidance on the diagnosis, management and treatment of an...
Mom's Opioid Use in Pregnancy Raises Child's Asthma, Eczema Risk
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- January 18, 2024
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Fetal exposure to opioids may change a baby's immune system, triggering a rise in risks for eczema and asthma through early childhood, new research shows.
Children born to women who used opioids during pregnancy had much higher rates of eczema, as well as conditions such...
Mouse Study Hints at New, Safe Way to Counter Allergies
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 18, 2024
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Allergic to peanuts? To cats? To pollen?
A new targeted therapy may have the potential to help a person ward off an allergic reaction prompted by the specific source of their allergy, Northwestern University researchers report.
The therapy uses nanoparticles to dea...
Could Inhaling a Statin Help Ease Asthma, COPD?
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- January 5, 2024
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Drugs already used by millions to lower cholesterol might someday have a new role: Relieving asthma and COPD.
That's the hope of a new line of research underway at the University of California, Davis.
A study funded by the U.S. National Institutes of Health is seek...
Winter Is Prime Time for Indoor Allergies
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 26, 2023
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Folks with allergies might want to breathe a deep, sneeze-free sigh of relief when winter rolls around.
Unfortunately, the cold weather that puts pollen-producing trees and grass to sleep can also keep a person cooped up inside -- increasing their risk of indoor allergie...
Is a Gluten-Free Diet Right for You?
- HealthDay Editors HealthDay Reporter
- December 21, 2023
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Chances are you know at least one person who's given up eating gluten. Maybe you've even given it up yourself. But who can really benefit from a gluten-free diet?
"Gluten is one of the main proteins found in wheat, barley and rye," said Dr. Joseph Levy, a pediatric gastr...
Resolve to Keep Your Allergies, Asthma in Check in 2024
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- December 18, 2023
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If you're one of the 50 million Americans with asthma or allergies, 2024 is another year to redouble efforts to manage them.
But how?
“It's not always easy to get allergies and asthma under control,” allergist
Following Disasters, Untreated Mold Sends Many to Hospitals
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 13, 2023
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Climate change-driven hurricanes, floods and superstorms are threatening to create a surge in mold growth in people's homes, sickening residents and robbing them of breath.
Local hospitals witness a nearly twofold increase in diagnoses related to mold exposure following ...
Ragweed, Mold & More: Get Ready for Fall Allergies
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- October 14, 2023
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While the hot, dry summer may have offered a break to people with some environmental allergies, that reprieve could be over.
Ragweed and mold are in the air this fall.
“This summer was good news for people who are sensitive to mold and pollen as there were little...
Seniors, Here Are the Meds That Can Harm Your Driving Skills
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- October 3, 2023
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Some common medications -- including antidepressants, sleep aids and painkillers -- may dull the driving skills of seniors, a new study finds.
Many different medication classes have been linked to the risk of driving impairment, as anyone who has ever read the label warn...
Kids With Eczema May Need Further Allergy Tests
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 29, 2023
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Some children who have a common form of eczema should also be tested for allergic reactions because they may have a second allergic-type eczema, a new study suggests.
While atopic dermatitis is common and usually develops by age 5, allergic contact dermatitis has simila...
FDA Wants More Data on First Needle-Free Antidote for Severe Allergic Reactions
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- September 20, 2023
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In a surprising move, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has opted not to approve a needle-free alternative to the EpiPen for emergency treatment of severe allergic reactions.
Approval of the Neffy nasal spray was widely anticipated. An FDA advisory panel voted ...
Healthy, Diverse Infant Microbiome Could Shield Kids From Asthma
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 11, 2023
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Babies who have more mature microbes in their gut are less likely to have allergy-related wheezing and asthma in early childhood, according to new research.
Back-to-School Tips on Preventing Asthma, Allergy Flares in Kids
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 12, 2023
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Heading back to school requires supplies and planning for all, but if you're a parent of a child with allergies or asthma then you have even more to consider.
“The start of a new school year is exciting for some, but for parents of children with allergies and asthma, t...
Stay Independent of Allergies, Asthma This July Fourth
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 2, 2023
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As outdoor gatherings begin for the Fourth of July holiday, a leading asthma and allergy group is offering suggestions on how to avoid those seasonal symptoms.
“The Fourth of July is a great time to gather with friends and family and celebrate summer,” said
This Summer, Know Your Risk for Insect Sting Allergy
- Todd A. Mahr, MD, Executive Medical Director, American College Of Allergy, Asthma And Immunology HealthDay Reporter
- June 19, 2023
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If you're dreaming of the perfect summer vacation, one element certain to be excluded from that scenario would be an allergic reaction to a stinging insect.
Whether you're planning to travel within the United States or to a foreign locale, you'll need to take precaution...
The Most Common Symptoms for Seasonal Allergies, Food Allergies & More
- Meredith Morckel HealthDay Reporter
- May 22, 2023
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Maybe you can't weed your garden without sneezing. Perhaps your eyes start watering when you clean your home. Did your skin begin itching last night during dinner?
You may have an allergy, but you're not alone. More than 50 million adults and children in the United State...
FDA Panel Recommends Approval of First Nasal Spray to Combat Severe Allergy Attacks
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 12, 2023
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Outside advisors for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration voted Thursday to recommend approval of Neffy, the first epinephrine nasal spray for severe allergic reactions.
Although most of the Pulmonary-Allergy Drugs Advisory Committee members supported the spray for adul...
The Most Common Allergy Medicines
- Mandi Harenberg HealthDay Reporter
- May 11, 2023
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If you suffer from allergies, you know how bothersome and uncomfortable the sneezing and itchy eyes can be. These symptoms are more than irritating — they impact day-to-day activities like work, school, sports, sleeping and even eating.
Not only that, but allergies can...
Latex Allergy: What It Is, Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
- Ann Schreiber HealthDay Reporter
- May 9, 2023
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Having a latex allergy is no fun, but it can be a real challenge for health professionals who have to work with a wide variety of medical equipment that can contain the allergen.
Latex allergy can trigger a range of symptoms, from itchy hives and rashes to life-threateni...
Vacations Are No Time to Take a Holiday From Allergy & Asthma Treatments
- Todd A. Mahr, MD, Executive Medical Director, American College Of Allergy, Asthma And Immunology HealthDay Reporter
- April 19, 2023
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Summer is almost here, and its arrival brings opportunities for many people -- including those who suffer with allergies and asthma — to plan vacations away from home.
A recent artic...
Black, Hispanic Patients With Severe Allergies Less Likely to Get Allergy Shots
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- April 10, 2023
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Seasonal allergies are more common among Black and Hispanic people, but these patients are less likely to get the shots that could ease their symptoms, researchers say.
“We already know that these underrepresented populations are more likely to suffer from allergic rhi...
FDA Approves Drug for Cats With Allergic Skin Disease
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 31, 2023
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Cats constantly licking and chewing because of a skin condition called feline allergic dermatitis may benefit from a new generic treatment approved by the
Having Asthma, Eczema Might Raise Arthritis Risk
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- March 28, 2023
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If you're one of the millions of people with allergic asthma or eczema, you may be more likely to develop the wear-and-tear form of arthritis as you age.
Don't Let Allergies Get Out of Hand During Pregnancy
- Todd A. Mahr, MD, Executive Medical Director, American College Of Allergy, Asthma And Immunology HealthDay Reporter
- March 28, 2023
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Pregnancy should be a special time, but allergies can make you miserable.
It is estimated that up to 20% of pregnant women suffer with allergies.
In some cases, women may notice that their allergy symptoms become even more troublesome during pregnancy. This may b...
How Metal Implants Could Mess Up Your Skin
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 17, 2023
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Many patients worry that receiving a metal implant might set off their metal allergy, according to the American Academy of Dermatology.
"Cases in which patients are inquiring about a metal allergy as it relates to their metal implants -- including joint replacements, rod...
Parents, Plan Now for Allergy-Free Summer Camp
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 12, 2023
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Planning for a safe summer camp experience requires some extra steps if your child has asthma or allergies.
An allergy expert noted that it's a huge concern for parents.
“Most kids heading off to summer camp for the first time wonder how they'll cope sleeping in ...
Got a Mold Allergy? Here's How to Tell
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 10, 2023
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About 1,000 species of mold exist and -- as allergy sufferers likely know -- they're everywhere.
Even if you have a mold allergy, it's possible to make life a little easier, through avoidance, medications and reducing the mold around you, according to a
Is an Allergy to a COVID Vaccine Always Real? Placebo Trial Casts Doubt
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- March 2, 2023
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Allergic reactions to the Pfizer or Moderna COVID vaccines are very rare, and a new study questions whether many of those that do occur are even real.
In a small new study of 16 people who said they'd experienced an allergic reaction to a dose of the Pfizer vaccine, thos...
Living Near Busy Road Could Raise Your Odds for Eczema
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 15, 2023
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How close a person lives to a major road could have an impact on their eczema risk.
New research suggests that folks who live farther from one are less likely to develop the s...
Not Allergic to Penicillin After All? Your Pharmacy May Not Know
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 14, 2023
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When testing determines that a patient who was thought to be allergic to penicillin actually is not, the warning is expected to be removed from their charts and pharmacy records.
But that "de-labeling" is not always happening.
“Penicillin allergy labels are assoc...
Allergists Less Likely to Check Black Kids for Eczema
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 14, 2023
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Doctors have dubbed kids' progression from eczema to asthma the "atopic march," and they know more about how it affects white children than their Black counterparts.
Research scheduled for presentation at an upcoming meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & ...
About 1 in 3 American Adults Has an Allergy
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- January 26, 2023
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If it seems as though everyone you know struggles with some sort of allergy, new research suggests you are not mistaken.
As many as 1 in 3 adults and 1 in 4 kids suffers from a seasonal allergy, a food allergy or eczema, the latest government data shows.
Caused by ...
Make Curbing Allergies, Asthma Your New Year's Resolution
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 31, 2022
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Keeping allergies and asthma in check in the new year is a resolution worth keeping.
With 2023 dawning, the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology offers some suggestions for keeping symptoms under control all year long.
"More than 50 million people in...
Dangerous Myths Keep Many Adults With Food Allergies From Getting an EpiPen
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- November 14, 2022
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The EpiPen is a known lifesaver when someone with a serious food allergy eats something they can't tolerate.
Yet the auto-injection treatment is greatly underused in the United States, according to a new survey.
Just over half of at-risk adults said they had ever ...
The Worst and Best Hours of the Day for Hayfever Sufferers
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 10, 2022
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When it comes to pollen allergies, there are not only bad days and bad seasons, experts with the right technology can now break down pollen counts by the hour.
Specifically, pollen counts are lower between 4 a.m. and noon, a
Your Smartphone Is a Haven for Allergens
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 10, 2022
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That smartphone in your hand could be triggering your allergies, a new study by an 18-year-old high school student suggests.
A science fair project by Hana Ruran, of Hopkinton, Mass., found that cellphones are often loaded with cat and dog allergens, bacteria and fungi. ...
Allergy Meds in Street Opioids Make Overdoses More Deadly
- By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- October 13, 2022
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A new study is sounding the alarm about the addition of antihistamines to street forms of opioids — and how they might make a fatal overdose more likely.
Another Sports Bonus for Kids: Healthier Eyes
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- October 6, 2022
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Sometimes allergies can lead to pink, irritated eyes. But allergic conjunctivitis, or "pink eye" may have a simple fix: physical fitness.
That's the concl...
Stay Independent of Asthma, Allergies This July 4th
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 1, 2022
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It's time to enjoy summer celebrations, but allergies and asthma can put a damper on the festivities.
They don't need to. The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) offers some tips for keeping them in check.
"The 4th of July is a favorite holid...
Asthma, Allergies Raise Heart Risks, Too
- By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter
- May 18, 2022
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If you have asthma or allergies, you may be more likely to develop heart disease, and some medications may increase or lower that risk, a new review of clinical trials and lab research shows.
"Many people think of asthma as a disease of the lungs, but there's an importan...