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Latest Research Continues to Shed Light on Allergies

Allergies and asthma have reached epidemic proportions worldwide and spurred much research. Scientists around the globe are unified in their goal to find answers now, or at least as soon as possible.   Here's a roundup of some of the latest research findings:   Hot days trigger allergic asthma flares. Have you ever noticed your... Read moreChevron

Top 5 Ways to Deal With Eye Allergies

Take it from me...  eye allergies aren't much fun. Mine manifest in crazy ways, with symptoms in only one eye at a time, but not always the same eye, with sudden onset due to no particular trigger exposure, etc. One summer, severe eye allergy symptoms led to a corneal abrasion that I think my eye doctor still believes was due to wearing... Read moreChevron

Spring Allergy Capitals 2009 - How Safe Are You?

I hate to tell you this, but there is no escape from allergies in the United States. Sure, some places are slightly better than others, but the truth is, there's no point in moving in the hopes of getting rid of your allergies. It might help for a time, but if your body has allergic tendencies, sooner or later, you'll find new triggers in your new... Read moreChevron

Living Greener - A Way to Help Your Allergies AND the Environment?

It seems everywhere you turn these days, you're reading about going green, living green, being eco-friendly and saving our environment. All praise-worthy efforts, to be sure. But does it have anything to do with allergy control?   Well, the answer is, yes, quite possibly. Of course, any time there is a hot trend, as "green" is these days,... Read moreChevron

Global Warming & an Early Start to Spring Allergy Season

Whether you believe it or not, there have been many indications that global warming is causing all kinds of climate change. In general, winters seem to be shortening in many areas and that spells an early start to spring allergies.   Just great, right?   My daughter lives in Austin, Texas, where winter temperatures seldom dip below... Read moreChevron

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