Archive for December, 2008
Warning Of Nut Allergy ‘Hysteria’
Measures to protect children with nut allergies are becoming increasingly absurd and hysterical, say experts. A peanut on the floor of a US school bus recently led to evacuation and decontamination for fear it might have affected the 10-year-old passengers. Such extreme steps to reduce exposure to nuts are not isolated and are fueling fear [...]
Traveling With Food Allergies
Whether you are traveling across the world for vacation or for work across the state, you need to be very vigilant on your diet, particularly if you suffer from a food allergy. While it can be very difficult to travel with food allergies, it is not always possible to prevent food allergic reactions when you [...]
Poor Mental Health, Asthma Risk Linked?
A new study hints at a possible link between adults’ poor mental health and their odds of having asthma. The study, a national survey of more than 300,000 U.S. adults, shows that those reporting more days of poor mental health in the previous month were more likely to also report having asthma. In the survey, [...]
4 Types Of Allergy Medications: Which Is Right For You?
Sneezing. Itchy, watery eyes. Nasal congestion. Sinus pressure. It may sound like the worst cold ever, but if you are one of the millions of Americans living with allergies, you know these symptoms can last for weeks, months or even year-round. Sure, there are simple tasks a person can do to lessen their allergic symptoms. [...]
How To Prevent Indoor Allergies?
Are you allergic to dust, mold, pollen or other indoor allergens? If you suffer from indoor allergies, there are a number of ways to prevent allergic reactions. Household or indoor allergens cause many symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, etc, which are quite easy to control if you follow a few simple steps: [...]
