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Get the latest news on recent research and new developments in the treatment and understanding of allergies.
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Experts Offer Tips on Surviving Ragweed Season
Just one ragweed plant can produce a million pollen grains--a factor that helps explain why late summer and fall are often miserable for allergy sufferers. Read Summary > -
Early Daycare May Spur Eczema
Children who spend their days in daycare appear to be more likely to develop eczema, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Allergies Linked to Heart Disease
Results from a new large study have found that common allergic symptoms such as wheezing, sneezing, and watery eyes may be next to join the list of risk factors for heart disease. Read Summary > -
Starting Periods Early Linked to Asthma Risk
Women who started their period before the age of 10 may be twice as likely to develop asthma as other females, a Norwegian study has found. Read Summary > -
Allergies May Be Linked to Heart Disease
Data on 8,600 adults found that 6 percent of the adults had heart disease, while 13 percent of those who showed allergy symptoms had signs of heart disease. Read Summary > -
Protein May Explain Severe Asthma Reactions
Some people who suffer from asthma have a frustrating, but essentially treatable condition, while others can endure life-threatening asthma attacks. Read Summary > -
Chickenpox Exposure May Help Prevent Against Dermatitis, Asthma
Children who get chicken pox may be less likely to develop allergic dermatitis and asthma later in life, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Back-to-School Advice: Use the 5-2-1-0 Rule
A back-to-school schedule change paired with autumn weather can wreck havoc on a child's immune system, experts say. Read Summary >
