4 Lessons I’ve Learned From Dealing With Food AllergiesLet's be honest: food allergies are a hassle. They can be hard to navigate and can become incredibly stressful. But on the flip side, food allergies are manageable if you... By Elizabeth Alvarez3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Simplest Way to Battle Tree Pollen This SpringAnd here we go with the start of pollen season. Our family of 5 has allergies year-round to pollen, pets, dust; you name it. But when pollen season kicks off... By Andrea Jensen, CHES, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Allergies & Asthma: Proceeding With Caution on the TubeOne of the things about living in and around London is that to get around different parts of the city, the quickest and most convenient way of traveling is using... By Peter Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
5 Home Remedies for Alleviating Itchy EyesI deal with both chronic dry eye and allergies. So annoying eye symptoms can cause extra problems for me during seasonal changes and allergy flare-ups. If you deal with any... By Nina Ajdin2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Pros and Cons of Alternative Treatments for Food AllergiesFood allergies are overwhelming, and sometimes you get to a point where you will almost do anything or try anything to take them away—at least, this was my experience. After... By Elizabeth Alvarez2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How Allergies Advocacy Has Aligned My Efforts as a Patient LeaderI had no idea how important healthcare would become for me when I first started writing content for a hospital in 2004. Healthcare is not just an industry in which... By Michelle Hernandez3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Having Allergies Makes Me AngryHaving this wonderful community space to document and share our allergy experiences is truly amazing! People who suffer in the same ways can connect and empathize. We can hold space... By Peter Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lessons I’ve Learned From Living With AllergiesWhen living with allergies, as with many chronic health conditions, there are certain things that I have to do and be mindful of to manage symptoms and keep my health... By Marta Jozefczyk2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Caregiver Perspective: The Two Types of Food Allergy AwarenessAs someone living with blood cancer for 15 years, I know all about "awareness" months and how they work. I am happy to tell others about cancer prevention, treatments, and... By Bob McEachern3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Enter to Win: Allergy Awareness Month 2023 Giveaway - Now ClosedThe Allergy Awareness Month Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! We are celebrating Allergy Awareness Month with the theme Exploring ALLergies and an extra-special giveaway. Allergy symptoms... By Allergies.net Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Potential Link Between Allergies and DepressionThe connection between anxiety and allergies is a topic that I've written and talked about extensively before. It continues to impact me daily. However, another big struggle goes hand in... By Nina Ajdin2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Allergy Awareness Month 2023: Exploring ALLergiesAllergy Awareness Month 2023 is here! Allergies are some of the most common chronic health conditions in the world. From food to latex and medicine, people can be allergic to... By Allergies.net Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What We Put Up With to Have a CatYears ago, the neighbor's cats decided to move in with us. Tabby and Siamese figured out that we were suckers. We made the mistake of leaving the front door open... By Andrea Jensen, CHES, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How It Felt To Be a Kid Who Was Allergic to GrassWhile my peanut allergy was certain from a very early age, my other allergies slowly popped up over time until adulthood. My allergy to grass pollen was one that I... By Marta Jozefczyk2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Is Nickel to Blame for That Itchy Rash?Allergic contact dermatitis is an itchy rash that forms after your skin touches a harmless substance. One common trigger of contact dermatitis can be nickel. An allergy happens when the... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How I Became a Latex-Allergic Balloon ArtistAs a child, I learned the magical art of balloon artistry from my ever-so-creative mother. She had, for as long as I could remember, learned how to DIY everything she... By Katarena Whitaker2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Balancing Self-Care and Productivity With AllergiesIn our society, our worth and success are strongly tied to our productivity levels. But who decides what productivity even means, let alone what it looks like for each of... By Nina Ajdin3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
That Time the Chef Said, “I Hate When People Come Here With Food Allergies!”I've had many different experiences trying to keep myself safe from shellfish and finned fish when I'm dining out. And I carefully watch the restaurant staff to see their reaction... By Andrea Jensen, CHES, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Nut-Free Vegan Cheeses for People With Nut AllergiesAs many vegetarians will tell you, cheese is probably the main reason why most tend not to go vegan. I can definitely say the same for myself. Dairy cheese was... By Marta Jozefczyk2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Allergic Reaction to PseudoephedrineAllergic reactions to over-the-counter and prescription drugs can be quite scary and troubling. This was my experience with a reaction to pseudoephedrine, a common nasal decongestant. I hoped to feel... By Michelle Hernandez2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments