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Allergic reactions to latex may be serious and can very rarely be fatal. If you have latex allergy you should… chestnut, kiwi, melons, papaya, raw potato and tomato. Management and Treatment How is latex allergy diagnosed? Latex allergy is diagnosed by an allergy blood test. How…

suffered higher rates of COVID-19 infections throughout the pandemic. A new study being presented at this year’s American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting reveals Latinos with asthma were 4.6 times more likely than Blacks to develop asthma…

Steer clear of triggers you may not have known existed.… Fall is the time when ragweed can really make allergy sufferers miserable. Ragweed, or any pollen that triggers your child’s fall allergy symptoms, needs to be kept out of your house. Leave shoes at the door,…

it can sometimes be hard to determine the cause. A new medically challenging case presented at this year’s American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting reports a situation in which a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) caused an anaphylactic…

When we talk about common allergy triggers, there's two ways to think about it: inside allergens and outside allergens.… Allergist Pooja Patel, MD: So when we talk about common allergy triggers, there's two ways to think about it - inside allergens and outside allergens.…

It's a good idea to see your allergist for an updated, personalized treatment plan that can best help you manage… symptoms. "Don't let the changing seasons catch you by surprise," says Kathleen May, M.D., president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI).…

It is critical that everyone with a food allergy has access to epinephrine to treat life threatening reactions.… allergy has access to epinephrine to treat life threatening reactions. A new study being presented at this year’s American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual…

Especially for those with asthma, keeping your lungs healthy is the priority.… conditions among hospitalized adults. Being hospitalized during a pandemic is something you want to prevent.” Finally, ACAAI wants anyone with an egg allergy to know that no special precautions are needed to get…

Stay the course so you remain symptom-free in the new year… allergies and asthma haven’t gone away, and you need to address them in the new year. “In 2021, along with your allergy and asthma symptoms, you’ll still need to keep COVID prevention top of…

Independence Day and other summer celebrations should be filled with barbecues, flags and fun, not allergy and asthma triggers.… experience a scratchy throat, itchy mouth or swelling of your lips or mouth after eating some raw fruits or vegetables. Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome, also known…

Those with asthma might find dust will cause more serious flares.… in their path, but particularly for allergy and asthma sufferers,” says allergist J. Allen Meadows, MD, president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI). “Keep in mind this does not relate…

Study shows children not introduced to egg at one year were more likely to have egg allergy at 6 years NEW ORLEANS (November 5, 2021) – Allergists and pediatricians have recommended since 2017 that parents start to introduce peanut product around the time their…

The cause of food allergies is unknown, although researchers and food allergy experts have ruled out some common theories of… ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 9, 2023) – It’s estimated that 33 million Americans have food allergies, including 5.6 million children under age 18. The cause of…

COVID-19 will mean more planning to make the 4th of July fun and safe.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (June 16, 2020) – There’s a good chance the town or village you live in has altered or cancelled their 4th of July events this year. You’ll probably need…

Study shows 30% of moms got conflicting advice on eating the same food their infant is allergic to… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (March 4, 2021) – Many new mothers with infants want very much to breastfeed as it is the gold standard for early nutrition. What to…

New research shows 20 percent have asthma.… HOUSTON (November 8, 2019) – It’s well known there’s a genetic component to cancer, and that cancer often runs in families. A new study being presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual…

While most people treat nasal allergy symptoms, they often ignore their itchy, red, watery eyes.… Signs of Allergies If your eyes are itchy, red, tearing or burning, pay attention to what they may be telling you. You may have eye allergies, or allergic conjunctivitis, a…

A new study in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology showed misleading content generated a higher amount of user interaction… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (August 10, 2022) – Want to build a spice rack for your kitchen? Pull up a YouTube video to see how it…

First study examining adults with asthma shows negative impacts of sleep deprivation.… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – (May 12, 2020) – A good night’s sleep is crucial to good health. A new article in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the scientific journal of the American College of Allergy,…

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – While research shows Black and Hispanic children suffer disproportionately with asthma, other allergic… ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (November 13, 2020) – While research shows Black and Hispanic children suffer disproportionately with asthma, other allergic diseases have also been found…