How to Prepare for Spring Allergies Now
During this time of year, weather throughout the region change daily. As temperatures reach above 50 degrees, plants begin to bloom and release pollen into the air.
Flooding, Mold, and Your Allergies
/in AllergiesIf you’ve experienced a flood, it is important to take the appropriate measures. Controlling moisture and mold growth is essential for mold allergies.
Explaining Rush Allergy Shots
/in AllergiesRush Immunotherapy, or “Rush Allergy Shots,” shortens the build-up phase of allergy shots. Typically this phase lasts 3-6 months; however, with Rush, the build-up phase is just 1 to 2 days.
Flu Shots Are Safe for People with Egg Allergies
/in AllergiesFlu season begins in the fall and can last throughout winter. Patients with egg allergies do not need to take special precautions when getting the flu shot.
Find Relief From Fall Allergies
/in AllergiesAre you sneezing? Have itchy/watery eyes or a runny nose? This is the time of year for seasonal fall allergies, here are some tips to help you find relief.
Prepare for Ragweed Allergy Season
/in AllergiesFall Allergies & Ragweed Pollen It seems like summer has just started, but we’ve already spotted weed pollen in our counts, so we know fall allergies are not too far away. Now is the time to prepare. If you usually have fall allergies, it’s essential to begin your allergy medications a few weeks before you
Ask the allergist: How to safely dispose of unused allergy and asthma medication
/in Allergies, AsthmaDo you have unused or expired allergy and asthma medications? You might be wondering how to dispose of them. Here’s how.
How to Recognize Allergies in Children
/in AllergiesChildhood allergies have been linked to poor school attendance and poor quality of children’s play. If you recognize any of these allergy symptoms persisting throughout the year, consider allergy testing for your child.
Trick-or-Treating Safely with Allergies and Asthma
/in Allergies, AsthmaFood Allergy Awareness for Halloween Teal is becoming a more and more popular color for Halloween! The Food Allergy Community of East Tennessee started the Teal Pumpkin Project as a local food allergy awareness campaign; in 2014 it was launched nationally. The Teal Pumpkin Project “promotes inclusion of all trick-or-treaters” during Halloween events. Those participating
Back to School with Food Allergies
/in AllergiesThe beginning of a school year is a great time to talk to children about their food allergies. Review their Food Allergy Emergency Treatment Plan and more.
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