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Cold urticaria is a rare allergy that affects the skin. With cold urticaria, the skin reacts after cold exposure. People with cold urticaria can have different reactions. Most people will...

The experience of living with food allergies is highly individualized. We are all allergic to different foods, and everyone tolerates and reacts to things differently. However, it is important to share...

I was at another work conference this week, and as usual, I had to worry about what I could eat with my food allergies. My colleague had carefully planned every...

Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health. It also aims to expand opportunities for health...

Editor’s Note: This article originally was written by Kerri MacKay and shared by our partner site Asthma.net. For people living with a chronic illness like allergies, it can be hard...

Thanksgiving is around the corner, and for anyone dealing with food allergies, anxiety and stress can be on the rise. Why? Well, holiday get-togethers revolve around food typically, but Thanksgiving, in...

Believe it or not, summer is not the only season when skincare matters! One of the most important functions of the skin is to protect us from things that may...

You might not think twice about which type of doctor to see for a cold or the flu. But what if you are dealing with allergies? Knowing where to start...

My friend Janice, an author and baker, is allergic to pumpkin and ginger among other foods. So, I knew she'd have tips on navigating the holidays. In the following interview...

First off, I want to caveat this article by saying that if anyone finds themselves going through a really nasty flare or allergic reaction, whether it be a respiratory allergy...

Navigating life with allergies can be overwhelming. You may be looking to connect with real people who also live with allergies, but maybe you don't know where to find them!...

Since I was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease in 2011, I have had significant issues absorbing iron, leading to an iron deficiency. For years, I have had to go to the hospital...

You don't think much about your nose, right? Unless you have a stuffy or runny nose when you are sick. Or when you have consistent allergies. My family of 5...

"Remember, remember, the 5th of November," is a historical chant that is celebrated this time of year. Bonfire Night or Fireworks Night is creeping up on us all, and traditionally...

While there are many prescribed and over-the-counter allergy medications and antihistamines we have access to, many people prefer to take the natural route - myself included. This means using supplements...

It's always hard when your office or work environment has food around all the time, but you suffer from food allergies. Mine are not as severe in that I risk having...

Today is a bad day. And last night did not help matters. To cut a long story short, I came into contact with someone with a couple of dogs, and...

It's that time of the year for haunted houses, costumes, and candy! Halloween is a favorite holiday for many. But for people with allergies, it may pose a risk. Whether...

My friend and I sat at the lake chatting about our jobs. She grabbed a snack from her bag and asked if I wanted one. Of course, I had to...

Let's outline a situation that can get awkward with food allergies: you get invited over to a friend's house for dinner and drinks, yet you have an entire list of...