Each year, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) declares May to be National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. AAFA reports that over 24.5 million people in the U.S. suffer from asthma and more than 50 million Americans live with various types of allergies. We are excited to offer a special series this month […]
Archive for the ‘Allergies’ Category
What is Adult Eczema?
Are you an adult suffering from chronic dry, itchy skin or rashes? Do you have red patches of skin? You could be experiencing adult eczema. Eczema is also know as atopic dermatitis. Adult eczema is a chronic condition that involves inflamed, red, itchy patches of skin that can erupt in oozing flare-ups. Different areas of the body […]
Do I Have A Spice Allergy?
Spices can add wonderful flavor to foods and even have the potential for health benefits. However, some people are allergic. “While spice allergy seems to be rare, with the constantly increasing use of spices in the American diet and a variety of cosmetics, we anticipate more and more Americans will develop this allergy,” said allergist […]
Weather Alert: Wind Advisory and Freeze Watch Tonight
Weather conditions will be windy and cold as a cold front passed through North Texas this evening. Expect north winds of 25 to 30 MPH with wind gusts as high as 40 MPH. The strong winds combined with the cold will result in wind chill values in the teens and twenties. Temperatures may fall to […]
Tree Pollen in Spring
If you’ve watched local news broadcasts this week, you have most likely heard mention of the pollen count – especially tree pollen. This week our pollen counting station has measured very high levels of oak, ash, and mulberry in North Texas. Family Allergy & Asthma Care is a AAAAI certified counting station providing daily pollen and spore levels for North Texas. […]
Tree Pollen Alert – March 26
There are very high concentrations of tree pollen! Watch out for Oak, Mulberry and Hackberry. Click here to get the full report
Schools Better Prepared for Food Allergy Emergencies
A new survey finds that nearly one-third of U.S. school nurses report at least one severe reaction to food among their students in the last school year. Also, they reported that their school had emergency (stock) epinephrine available and that school staff were provided with training on allergic reactions and anaphylaxis. Such preparedness to treat severe […]
Outdoor Mold Spores Increase in Spring
Outdoor mold spores begin to increase as the temperatures rise in the spring. Molds are microscopic fungi that produce spores, which spread through the air and can trigger or aggravate asthma symptoms. Unlike pollen which you can see everywhere, you might not notice that mold spores floating through the air. Mold allergy symptoms can be […]
Winter and Allergic Rhinitis
For allergy sufferers the winter months can mean dealing with allergic rhinitis or hay fever. Do you deal with itchy eyes, runny nose, sneezing, nasal blockage, headaches, sore throat and even partial loss of sense of smell? Other related conditions can include loss of sleep, poor concentration, irritability and fatigue. Click here to begin your journey to relief with […]
Dealing with Food Allergy Bullying
According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI), an astonishing 79 percent of food allergic children say they are bullied because of their food allergy. And 57 percent report being touched or harassed by a food allergen, such as peanuts, dairy and eggs. Watch Christian Kloser’s story and get tips to avoid […]
