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As we are now moving into the warmer season, we allergy warriors have to be ready and alert to take preemptive action. This spring season is like the calm before...

A diagnosis of any disease or life-altering condition like allergies can be overwhelming. You may have many questions about your diagnosis. You may also be curious about your treatment options...

For all of you fellow allergy sufferers, I get it - I really do. I am sniffling and sneezing too. Ugh. It's unseasonably warm where I live. Our record-breaking warm...

I didn't fully appreciate how fragile my body was until I ate a piece of sushi and thought I was dying. I've spent most of the past 5 years suffering...

Gluten-free has become such a buzzword in the food industry. Thankfully, if you have a gluten allergy, you are well-taken care of these days when it comes to the products...

With high pollen season times quickly approaching, those of us with allergies need to be prepared. While some individuals get a lot of help from allergy shots and antihistamines, these...

It seems that everything delicious to eat is bad for you. Whether that be foods like chips, candy, chocolate, cake, etc., whenever I eat sugary or salty snacks, I will...

When asked, I gladly accepted the opportunity to become a patient leader advocate for Allergies.net. I have written clinical articles for various Health Union communities since 2020. I also have...

Food allergies are always inconvenient, and severe food allergies are downright scary. It's noteworthy to realize how much food is intertwined with our culture and social norms. Let's face it;...

I've had an Epi-Pen since I was 2 years old, but I've never used it. That's not to say I've never needed to use it, only to say that I've...

Years ago, all 3 of my kids needed allergy shots since they were allergic to just about everything. Before we started shots, our Allergy Doc carefully explained that we had...

I don't think I'll ever forget the first time I found out I have a peanut and macadamia allergy. This is partially because it was terrifying to experience anaphylaxis for...

I am among the many people who look forward to spring. The increasing warmth, outdoor events, and pretty blossoms draw us from our cozy, winter abode. But I take allergies...

When my kids were little, we took a lot of trips to explore this beautiful country. One of our journeys led us to Bryce Canyon in Utah. It's a beautiful...

Growing up, I never had food allergies. I had the luxury of eating whatever I wanted at the drop of a hat. I never thought twice about food, and I...

About 5 years ago, I bought a dog. Some would argue that this decision was an outrageously bad idea. My family certainly did, but I was more hopeful about my...

Epinephrine is a must-have for some people with allergies. It is the only treatment for an anaphylactic allergic reaction, a reaction that is life-threatening. Epinephrine can raise blood pressure and...

You may have heard that some pets are hypoallergenic – that is, not as likely to cause an allergic reaction. Some people believe that dogs who shed less hair are...

Cosmetics are items used on your body to make it cleaner, more attractive, or alter its appearance. Hair dyes, cosmetics, and fragrances are all cosmetics. Cosmetics can sometimes trigger an...

Finding out if a product contains latex can be difficult. What latex is and where it exists are not always clear. But this information matters, especially to people with an...