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Spring is the time of year when many people complain about seasonal allergy symptoms such as runny noses, congestion, rashes, itchy and watery eyes, sneezing, coughing--and just generally feeling miserable. About 16.9 million Americans had allergies in 2007, and there were 12.2 million doctor's office visits for allergies in 2006, according to the National Center for Health Statistics.
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(ARA) - What does a cartoon nose with red sneakers and year-round sniffles have to do with learning about nasal allergies? Well this nose, Ronnie Nose, is the star of "Don't Blow It," a new online health game that uses humor and animation to help teach people about nasal allergies.
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NEW YORK -- Toss, reuse, sell, recycle. When it comes to getting rid of stuff, knowing what to throw out is only part of the equation. You also have to figure out what to do with it.
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For the more than 50 million people in the U.S. who suffer from allergies, there's good news. That's because there may be a number of helpful steps one can take to help manage the symptoms. Symptoms and causes Common allergy symptoms include sneezing, wheezing, runny nose, and itchy, watery, red eyes.
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The nasal congestion, frequent sneezing and frequent headaches familiar to allergy sufferers tend to become severe before patients see Dr. Jesse Wardlow, an ear, nose and throat specialist affiliated with Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital. For patients who suffer from allergies, "every year is a bad year," he said.
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Cleaning your mattressExaminer.comI was shocked at how much dust came out of my mattress with every hit, but knew that this was the muck that I wanted to get out. What was coming out? Dust mites and leftovers like bits we slough off, from the people sleeping there (me and my fiancé. ... |
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Tips for keeping the sneezes, coughs awayWSBT-TV, INAround 40 to 50 million Americans are allergic to something, whether it's tree and grass pollen, dust mites, mold spores, cat dander, cockroaches or peanuts. Allergy shots and antihistamines can help, but there's a lot you can do at home to limit how ... |
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Keeping healthy in summer pollenMoorpark Acorn, USAThese symptoms can be triggered by a number of stimuli, such as: •Dust that contains dust mites, pollen, mold and animal dander as well as irritants. •Furry animals, such as cats, dogs, rabbits and other pets. •Fungi, including molds too small to be ... |
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Swamp Coolers and Kids' AllergiesKOLO, NVThey tend to add humidity to the air, which allows molds and dust mites to thrive--two known aggrevators of kid's allergies. “About three times more likely to have an allergy to dust mites or mold if you lived in an environment with a swamp ... |
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Simple Upgrades For A Healthier HomeHealthNewsDigest.com, NYContributing to the problem are construction practices and products that seal the home, preventing outside air from diluting indoor pollutants including pet dander, pollen, dust mites and other allergens-and even some viruses. ... |
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Hide and Seek: Finding allergens in the home.Canada.com, CanadaCommon household allergens such as dust mites, dander, pollen and mould have a considerable impact on allergy sufferers, causing them to experience puffy, watery and itchy eyes, a dripping nose and respiratory problems such as sneezing and wheezing. ... |
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Hidden dangers lurking in your homeKGO-TV, CAThe EPA says that the air inside our home is more polluted than the air outside (plants, examples of bad flooring) Dangerous Floorings: Your carpet can harbor allergens like pollen, dust mites, and mold. It can also trap dust containing toxins like ... |
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