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Today more people are aware that old and unused drugs can be dangerous to keep around the house. Leftover drugs may be stolen and misused, look like candy to a...

Aquagenic urticaria is a very rare condition where people have an allergy to water. Urticaria is a term that means hives or a rash. With aquagenic urticaria, people develop hives...

The In America survey is now closed. Are you living with allergies? Whether you are just starting a treatment or have been undergoing treatment for years, we want to hear...

As someone living with a plethora of allergies, I have experienced a lifetime of ups and downs. Things are more complex than they appear regarding keeping fit and regularly exercising...

A few months ago, my world turned completely upside down when a close family member had a severe medical emergency. As a result, I became a full-time caregiver overnight, as...

As with most chronic conditions, allergies are not a one-size-fits-all thing. While we share a lot of symptoms that we deal with, no 2 people have the same experience. I...

In people with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), inflammation causes damage to the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. This damage is the result of an...

I have always had trouble sleeping. From long bouts of insomnia to coughing from asthma to a stuffy nose that never clears thanks to year-round allergies. I try to practice...

I was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease (CD) in 2011. I was 21 years old, and before the diagnosis, I was never sick a day in my life. I also never dealt with...

Since food allergies and sensitivities limit my diet, I really delight in what I can eat. When something else spoils my experience with food, I can feel let down and...

Years ago, our young family of 5 was too crowded in our tiny house. We tried to make do until our elderly neighbors across the street decided to sell their...

You may have heard about the importance of self-care and examples of how you can practice it in your daily life. However, some self-care "treats" are more expensive than others...

Atopic march is the medical term used to describe the history and progression of allergic diseases throughout a person’s life. It is also called the allergic march. The atopic march...

As far back as I can remember, I have suffered from allergies. Enduring year-round symptoms have become a part of my life. On my better days, I have a runny...

I attended the annual American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (ACAAI) conference in Louisville, Kentucky, this year. Usually, when I go to a conference, I only have time to...

If you have a latex allergy, you probably know to avoid latex gloves and balloons. But did you know that poinsettias may also cause an allergic reaction? That's right, those...

Bread is absolutely amazing. All the delicious things you can do with it are endless. It is really easy to make a quick snack like toast and Vegemite or a...

If there's 1 major lesson I have learned over the years working in public health, it is to listen to the people I am trying to help. I have long...

When people think about allergy season, spring and summer usually come to mind. It seems that's when people are the most sneezy and stuffy. However, fall and winter are also...

Dealing with food allergies is difficult and overwhelming. Figuring out food substitutes and diligently staying away from culprit foods can feel like a full-time job. Worrying about cross-contamination can feel daunting;...