Ruchi Gupta, MD, MPH, and ACAAI member, presented information from recent research which shows that peanut allergies in children have increased by 21 percent since 2010, with nearly 2.5 percent of US […]
Archive for the ‘Allergies’ Category
Top 8 Food Allergens
What are the top 8 food allergens? Eggs Milk Peanuts Tree nuts Fish Shellfish Wheat Soy More than 50 million Americans have an allergy of some kind. Food allergies are […]
Allergy Friendly Pasta Ideas
Living with food allergies isn’t easy. Finding allergy-friendly recipes is part of the challenge – especially for kids. Most children will say that pasta dishes such as mac & cheese […]
Food Allergy & Research Education Patient Registry
Individuals with diagnosed food allergies and family members of children with diagnosed food allergies can join the Food Allergy & Research Education (FARE) Patient Registry to help advance life-changing initiatives in […]
Summer Allergies and Your Appearance
What seems like just a cold this summer may be much more. Persistent symptoms can leave their mark on your appearance. “Summer allergies can cause severe symptoms for some sufferers, and […]
Insect Stings: Allergic Reaction and Normal Reaction
The allergic reaction known as anaphylaxis occurs in 0.5% to 5% of the U.S. population as a result of insect stings. At least 40 deaths per year result from insect […]
Dr. Marie Fitzgerald with Aparna Zalani
“Grass pollen will start to pollinate in April and May, and that is what is coming out right now,” said Dr. Marie Fitzgerald with Family Allergy and Asthma Care. She […]
How To Avoid Stinging Insects
How To Avoid Stinging Insects Stinging insects do not seek sustenance from humans, as do the biting insects, such as mosquitoes, flies and fleas. The sting of these insects is […]
Does Rainfall Affect The Pollen Count?
Rain washes pollen away, but pollen counts can soar after rainfall. “Rain often washes pollen out of the environment, but first, it bursts pollen particles, spreading allergens farther.” Warner Carr, […]
Asthma, Allergies and Pets
Pets May Cause Havoc for Allergic and Asthmatic Patients Keeping domestic animals as household pets is a universal activity. Pets provide companionship, security and a sense of comfort. Children often […]