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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions4comments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions3comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
Adverse Reactions to IV Iron Infusions: Rare but SeriousIron is a mineral found in all our bodies. For some conditions, people may need extra (supplemental) iron. However, in very rare...reactionscomments
Having Food Allergies Robs the Pleasure Out of FoodIf you have a similar experience to mine, you can remember the days when food was pleasurable, before food allergies. Food was always...reactions1comment
Minimizing Discomfort While Visiting Loved Ones With PetsWhile there are certain things that I will never do because of my allergies, like eating a peanut butter and jelly sandwich...reactionscomments
