Fall allergy season has arrived in the Ohio Valley, along with pesky symptoms like itchy, watery eyes, nasal congestion and sneezing. Dr. Joe Turbyville discusses fall allergy season in Kentucky and offers tips. Various strategies, ranging from over-the-counter and prescription drugs to allergy shots and avoidance of allergy triggers, can help sufferers to cope, doctors
New Offices Opening in Columbus, IN, Newport and London, KY
/in GeneralWe are excited to announce that we will be opening new offices in both Columbus, Indiana and Newport, Kentucky in late-March, 2014. Both locations will offer allergy shots on-site. More information will be made available as we get closer to opening. We will be opening an office in London, KY in late-April, 2014. For more
Dr. Turbyville’s Research on the Military and Stinging Insects Published
/in MediaDr. Turbyville, an Army Veteran, has recently had his research that investigates the threat of insects to U.S. Service Members serving in Afghanistan with insect venom hypsersensitivty. Allergy to stinging insects can be a real threat for service members and Dr. Turbyville’s research aims to move research forward in the field. The findings have been
Explaining the Cause of Asthma
/in AsthmaAsthma is a Chronic Lung Disease Asthma is a disease that affects the airways in your lungs. If you have asthma, the lining of your airways are swollen and inflamed all the time. This makes your airways more likely to be bothered by allergens or other things such as smoke, stress, exercise or cold air. These triggers
Allergy Shots Help with Pet Allergies
/in Allergies, GeneralAs printed in the Wall Street Journal – By Heidi Mitchell, Nov. 19, 2013 Pet Allergies No Deterrent for Determined Owners Many endure wheezing, hives and more for the sake of puppy love When Jennifer Richter learned that her 2-year-old daughter was allergic to Jack, the family cat, there was only one option. Her daughter
U.S. Senate Passes School Access to Emergency Epinephrine Act
/in GeneralIn a historic achievement for the food allergy community, the U.S. Senate today passed the School Access to Emergency Epinephrine Act (H.R. 2094), important legislation championed by Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) that will help protect students with food allergies. The bill, introduced by Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Mark Kirk (R-IL), encourages states
Dr. Lotz Addressing Halloween and Food Allergies in Voice-Tribune
/in MediaFor the six million children with food allergies, haunted houses and spooky costumes aren’t the only scary parts of Halloween. An allergic reaction from sweet treats can be rather frightening for kids and their parents alike. That’s because food allergies are on the rise and traditional Halloween candy often contains peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, egg,
Dr. Turbyville Featured in Courier-Journal Article on Fall Allergies
/in MediaFall allergy season has arrived in the Ohio Valley, along with pesky symptoms like itchy, watery eyes, nasal congestion and sneezing. Dr. Joe Turbyville discusses fall allergy season in Kentucky and offers tips. Various strategies, ranging from over-the-counter and prescription drugs to allergy shots and avoidance of allergy triggers, can help sufferers to cope, doctors
Family Allergy Accepts Freedom Award
/in GeneralFamily Allergy & Asthma was selected as one of 30 finalists from a pool of 2,899 nominations from across the country. According to a press release by the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), selections were based on “company policies and informal initiatives that go above and beyond in assisting and encouraging National
Dr. Jim Sublett Talking Food Allergy on Great Day Live!
/in MediaFood allergies can be hard to manage, especially when you are four years old! Claire has a peanut allergy and she and her mother have to be very careful about what she eats. Dr. Jim Sublett with Family Allergy and Asthma talks about diagnosing food allergies. Watch on YouTube
Dr. Lotz Allergy Tests WHAS’ Michelle Arnold On-Air
/in MediaWHAS 11’s Michelle Arnold was testing on air to see what was causing her allergies to flare. The result — it was easier to say what she wasn’t allergic to than the few allergens that did not react! Dr. Doug Lotz suggested immunotherapy (allergy shots) since Michelle was allergic to so much. Watch on YouTube