Wool Allergies
Indoor allergies; Pet allergies; Dust allergies; Mold allergies; Animal dander allergy
Prevention
Breastfeeding can help prevent and decrease allergies. There is also evidence that exposures to certain allergens in the first year of life may prevent some allergies.
Mold spores are everywhere. You can reduce your exposure to mold by following these steps:
- Keep rooms dry, and use a dehumidifier, if necessary.
- Throw out moldy or mildewed articles (such as...
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