Allergy

Pet Allergy Overview Over 60% of households owns some type of pet with a large majority of those animals being cats and dogs. Sadly, millions of those pet owners have pet allergies. Pet allergies are typically referred to as allergic rhinitis. You are not allergic to your actual pet but to the protein that is found in their saliva, urine, dead skin, and dander. This protein aggravates asthma sufferers and causes allergic reactions in others. Are There Hypoallergenic Pets? Many allergy…

people have dog allergies they can still have dogs! Have dog allergies? Want a dog? You still can! Even people with dog allergies can own them if they purchase a hypoallergenic dog, use proper cleaning skills, or grooming process that will really work. In this report I will be telling you about hypoallergenic dogs, cleaning skills, and grooming processes. People with dog allergies can still have dogs. You just need a breed that is Hypoallergenic which means it’s compatible with allergies humans…

Introduction Allergy shots, also known as allergen immunotherapy, is a treatment that helps reduce allergy symptoms such as: Sneezing. Itchy, watery eyes. A runny, stuffy nose. Asthma. The treatment may benefit children who are allergic to any of these substances: Grass, tree, plant, and weed pollens. Stinging insects. Animal dander. House dust mites. Molds. The treatment is not done for food allergies. During your child's allergy immunotherapy treatments, the substance your child is allergic to…

of peanut allergies. The rate of peanut allergies has tripled over the past two decades, and an estimated three million Americans suffer from the potentially life threatening condition (Sicherer). The peanut is the top food allergen in America (FARE) and the allergy has recently been deemed an epidemic. While scientists have not been able to pinpoint…

Severe allergies are a challenging problem that can have a broad range of symptoms, reactions, and treatments. Not many people realize the severity of allergies. Allergies are an immune system reaction to allergens, such as food, insect stings, or pollen (Mayo). The normally harmless substances become allergens as the body’s immune system rejects it (Wright). This unwelcoming wave of symptoms is known as an allergic reaction. It is known that every three minutes, someone is sent to the emergency…

GMO Food causes dangerous Allergies Food Allergies are on the rise around the world today, especially among children. This is a major problem for families, schools, and hospitals when dealing with children who have food allergies, some of which can be life threatening. Since this is such a serious problem genetically modified foods (GMOs) should be a concern for those whom or don’t suffer from food allergies, since they are not tested, regulated or required to be labeled (organic consumer)…

causing hay fever symptoms. If you want to enjoy spring without the symptoms of seasonal allergies, check out how the follow natural solutions can help fight your spring allergies. Acupuncture - Acupuncture has been shown to relieve many of the symptoms of spring allergies. According to the Cleveland Clinic, to maximize the effectiveness of , you should begin your treatments a couple of months before spring allergy season begins Apple Cider Vinegar - Apple cider vinegar has been used for years…

EpiPens are arguably one of the most important devices for those to carry who suffer from life-threatening allergies. Recent issues of price inflations revolving around the EpiPen have been beginning to surface in the media. This certain inflation has made the public more aware of the pharmaceutical world and the loopholes of pricing. The issue of pricing in the pharmaceutical world is nothing new, but is also not very publicly known. Big name companies have been increasing their prices over the…

Since food allergies are a problem that affects so many people there are few options that can not only benefit but, improve the lives of all Americans. Those few options are creating a law the requires the display of food allergy awareness poster in all food service establishments and in addition, also requires employees to be trained in food allergy awareness. Another possible solution would be to make EpiPen® (epinephrine injection, USP) an accessible access for those in restaurants since…

Food Allergies in Children The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has estimated that four to six percent of children in the United States, have some kind of food allergy (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2015). They have also stated that the numbers of children with food allergies are growing significantly (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2015). The most common food allergies found in children today are cow’s milk protein and peanut allergies. A food allergy is an…