Allergies are diseases of the immune system that cause an overreaction to substances called allergens. People who have allergies can live healthy and active lives.
For many people with seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever), getting their hands dirty in the garden has consequences. Sneezing, itchy eyes, congestion, and other reactions can turn yard work into misery. However, with a few simple precautions, allergies don’t have to stand between you and your garden.
Dining out is one of America’s favorite pastimes, but for people with food allergies and intolerances, the experience can often be frustrating and stressful. Paul Antico, founder of AllergyEats, an online source for finding allergy-friendly restaurants, understands these challenges firsthand from dining out with his three food-allergic children.
If you or a loved one has asthma, navigating travel and different environments can be tricky. With a little preparation, your travel can be more asthma-friendly.
Recognizing the signs and symptoms of asthma is important so that treatment and other interventions can begin early. If severe symptoms are present, it is vital to begin the appropriate treatment immediately. Accurate and timely assessment of symptoms can help you and your doctor decide if treatment should begin in the home, at your doctor’s office, or in the emergency room.