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'Flourishing with Food Allergies' Receives First-Rate Reviews (PRWeb via Yahoo! News)

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 07:01:00 GMT

Flourishing with Food Allergies is receiving first first-rate reviews such as "as close to a 'bible' on the subject that exists" and "a food-allergy-support-group in a book." The book covers topics including food allergy impacts on autism, ADHD and asthma as well as food allergy research, the use of probiotics and examples for school and social event planning.

This season's allergies nothing to sneeze at (The Bolingbrook Sun)

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 21:26:08 GMT

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.

How to Keep Allergies from Ruining the Fun at Playdates (Lexington Clipper-Herald)

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 18:54:33 GMT

(ARA) - Playdates have taken off in America, and it is no wonder. In this economy, where else can you find an inexpensive activity that is fun for both children and moms?

Nasal allergies a burden in Latin America (Reuters via Yahoo! News)

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 17:29:41 GMT

In Latin America, nasal allergies exact a high toll on adults' day-to-day life and work productivity and on children's ability to learn in school and socialize and play sports.

Make Your Home Friendly to Those With Asthma and Allergies (Lexington Clipper-Herald)

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 08:24:06 GMT

(ARA) - Asthma and allergies strike nearly one in four Americans, almost 60 million people, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Both conditions cause adults to miss work, children to miss school, and are a leading cause of emergency room visits and hospital stays.

Swamp Coolers and Kids' Allergies (KOLO 8 Reno)

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:02:19 GMT

As summer fast approaches, you may be wondering how you are going to keep cool. Some of us use an evaporative air conditioner--a swamp cooler. They're very popular and efficient here in the West. But a local study says if you use a swamp cooler and live with a child who has allergies, you may want to re-think the game plan

Siemens, Disney Collaborate on Raising Allergy Awareness (Medical Device Link)

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 15:08:13 GMT

Siemens Healthcare and the Walt Disney Co. are introducing a children’s book to the clinical laboratory and physician communities to educate children and parents about the diagnosis and management of allergies.

Keeping koi as pets (News 10 Now Syracuse)

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 19:47:05 GMT

If you long for a pet but you have allergies or your lifestyle isn't right for a cat or dog consider installing a pond. The fish commonly kept in ponds are koi and they are as fascinating as they are colorful. Today we'll learn more about koi in this edition of Pet Pointers.

Cleaning Products Trigger Allergies (WXYZ-TV Detroit)

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:13:35 GMT

This has been a rough spring for people with allergies and asthma. Molds and pollen in the air outdoors have made yard work challenging. But indoor chores can also be...

6 ways to prevent or treat seasonal allergy symptoms (WHO-TV 13 Des Moines)

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 09:01:32 GMT

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.

Got allergies? - Baltimore Sun

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:49:39 GMT

Baltimore Sun

Got allergies?
Baltimore Sun, United States
More than 11 million Americans are estimated to have food allergies, which occur when the immune system reacts poorly to certain food. If you have an allergy, you know: Within minutes of eating the offending food, you may experience hives, ...

PRAIRIE VOICES: All about allergies - Grand Forks Herald

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 20:31:49 GMT

PRAIRIE VOICES: All about allergies
Grand Forks Herald, ND
Allergy implies the presence of an allergic antibody in your system ready to latch onto a specific protein you may be allergic to. For example, one who has allergic symptoms to ragweed pollen or to a cat will have in place allergic antibodies to ...

How to Enjoy Flowers and Stay Allergy Free - Latina

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 13:23:58 GMT

Latina

How to Enjoy Flowers and Stay Allergy Free
Latina, NY
by Dorkys Ramos | 06.05.2009 | 9:00am | 0 Comments Beautiful flowers are always a quick way to brighten up your home, but what do you do when allergies leave you terrified of incorporating them into your decor? Turns out, you don't have to avoid them ...

Enjoy Life Launches 'Sweet' New Cookbook Loaded with Yummy Gluten ... - Go Dairy Free

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 19:16:58 GMT

Enjoy Life Launches 'Sweet' New Cookbook Loaded with Yummy Gluten ...
Go Dairy Free, NV
SCHILLER PARK, IL, - There's no question that Enjoy Life Foods has made it easier than ever for people with food allergies and gluten intolerances to enjoy the sweet side of life with its delicious cookies, snack bars, granolas, trail mixes and ...

How to control peanut allergy in children - Baltimore Sun

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 19:18:20 GMT

Baltimore Sun

How to control peanut allergy in children
Baltimore Sun, United States
A peanut allergy is terrifying: Eating even a tiny bit of peanut can spark a fatal reaction, and up until now, the only way to avoid that fate was to never eat the legumes, which lurk in thousands of processed foods. Of the 150 deaths each year from ...
I'm not nuts - just allergic to them AsiaOne
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'Flourishing with Food Allergies' Receives First-Rate Reviews - PR Web (press release)

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 07:16:46 GMT

'Flourishing with Food Allergies' Receives First-Rate Reviews
PR Web (press release), WA
Flourishing with Food Allergies is receiving first first-rate reviews such as "as close to a 'bible' on the subject that exists" and "a food-allergy-support-group in a book." The book covers topics including food allergy impacts on autism, ...

Is it you, or are allergies really bad this spring? - Waukegan News Sun

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 09:13:57 GMT

Is it you, or are allergies really bad this spring?
Waukegan News Sun, IL
Jensen described, "and I would respond, 'No, it's just allergies.'" That's what prompted her to see an allergy specialist, who "patch"-tested, or allergy skin-tested Jensen to figure out what triggered her allergies. After the test, Jensen started ...
Local allergists say it's 'the perfect weather for pollen' MetroWest Daily News
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Airline pet policy raises allergy concerns - United Press International

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:49:39 GMT

The Money Times

Airline pet policy raises allergy concerns
United Press International
DALLAS, June 2 (UPI) -- US carrier Southwest Airlines' new policy of pets riding in the cabin has some passengers complaining about the possibility of allergies and in-flight noise. The economy airline's policy, which allows passengers to bring small ...
Airline industry's pet-friendly trend doesn't sit well with everyone USA Today
Airline pet policies raise some passengers' dander SmartBrief
Southwest Airlines strategy adds child, pet and third-bag fees in ... Tampabay.com
phillyBurbs.com
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Ancient Chinese Secret for Peanut Allergy - News Health Guru

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 15:02:15 GMT

News Health Guru

Ancient Chinese Secret for Peanut Allergy
News Health Guru, NY
Food allergies have been on the rise for several years. Peanut allergy doubled in children between the years 1997 and 2002. It is estimated that 150 people die every year in the US as a result of food allergies. Even trace amounts of these foods can ...

Who do adults suddenly get allergies? - Mirror.co.uk

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 17:36:18 GMT

Who do adults suddenly get allergies?
Mirror.co.uk, UK
By Miriam Stoppard on Jun 4, 09 06:25 PM in Advice As summer gets into full swing, many of us will come down with unexplained sniffles or a nasty rash - and be shocked when the doctor says it's hay fever or a food allergy. It amazes me that adults are ...

Poultry workers at risk from dust exposure Poultry World (Farmers Weekly Interactive)

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 06:12:39 GMT

Most poultry producers are already aware of the hazard of poultry dust to worker’s health and the need to ensure that exposure is kept as low as reasonably practicable.

Post office paper dust is a hazard (The Scranton Times-Tribune)

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 19:03:25 GMT

Q: I run a sorting machine at the post office, and am worried about all the paper dust swirling around the building. I asked both management and our union if this was a health or safety problem and both said no, but I'm not sure they really know. Can you

Asthma Rates And Where You Live (Science Daily)

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 18:21:10 GMT

A new study shows how neighborhood characteristics play a significant role in childhood asthma.

Asthma Rates And Where You Live (redOrbit)

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 18:17:35 GMT

Neighborhoods with restaurants, entertainment, cultural facilities and ethnic diversity have lower asthma rates in the city of Chicago than neighborhoods where residents are less likely to move, and where there are more churches and not-for-profit facilities.Published in the spring 2009 issue of the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, the two-year study led by Ruchi Gupta, MD, MPH, a ...

Allergies Affect Millions of Americans, but Air Purifiers Can Help Improve Indoor Environments (Marketwire)

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 18:07:07 GMT

SOUTHBOROUGH, MA--(Marketwire - June 2, 2009) - Did you know an estimated 35 million Americans suffer from seasonal and perennial nasal allergies? We all enjoy the arrival of spring after a long winter but for allergy sufferers across the U.S., pollen from trees, weeds and grasses can trigger allergy symptoms. But indoor air may not be any better, which can be filled with pet dander, dust mites, ...

6 ways to prevent or treat seasonal allergy symptoms (WHO-TV 13 Des Moines)

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 09:01:32 GMT

Ronnie Nose Says 'Don't Blow It' This Season (Carteret County News-Times)

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 10:26:21 GMT

(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.

A spring guide to help you clean out the clutter (The Pantagraph)

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 05:03:48 GMT

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.

Keeping healthy in summer pollen (Moorpark Acorn)

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 03:32:12 GMT

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.

This season's allergies nothing to sneeze at (The Bolingbrook Sun)

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 21:26:08 GMT

Understanding triggers helps control asthma attacks - McDuffie Mirror

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 15:42:43 GMT

Understanding triggers helps control asthma attacks
McDuffie Mirror, GA
Common asthma triggers are tobacco smoke, dust mites, cockroaches and pets. Tobacco smoke is one of the easiest asthma triggers to control. Simply reduce your exposure and make sure no one smokes in your home or vehicle. Sufficient evidence links dust ...
Asthma UK Issues Advice On Managing Asthma In Hot Weather Conditions Medical News Today (press release)
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Cleaning your mattress - Examiner.com

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 20:15:25 GMT

Examiner.com

Cleaning your mattress
Examiner.com
I 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. ...

Tips for keeping the sneezes, coughs away - WSBT-TV

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 16:24:21 GMT

Tips for keeping the sneezes, coughs away
WSBT-TV, IN
Around 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 ...

Keeping healthy in summer pollen - Moorpark Acorn

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 03:19:34 GMT

Keeping healthy in summer pollen
Moorpark Acorn, USA
These 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 ...

Asthma and Allergy-free Vacations - DentalPlans.com

Fri, 29 May 2009 21:59:00 GMT

Asthma and Allergy-free Vacations
DentalPlans.com, FL
Ocean breezes are generally free of allergens, and dust mites don't thrive at elevations above 2500 feet. Mold spores are killed by snow. · Talk to your allergist. This is especially important if you are going to travel abroad and may need vaccinations ...
Clearing the air on allergies in the home Mail Tribune
'Tis the season for allergies Detroit Free Press
'Tis the season to be sneezing' Today's Zaman
ABC 4 - Science News
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Swamp Coolers and Kids' Allergies - KOLO

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:49:31 GMT

Swamp Coolers and Kids' Allergies
KOLO, NV
They 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 ...

Simple Upgrades For A Healthier Home - HealthNewsDigest.com

Fri, 29 May 2009 15:14:01 GMT

HealthNewsDigest.com

Simple Upgrades For A Healthier Home
HealthNewsDigest.com, NY
Contributing 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. ...

Hide and Seek: Finding allergens in the home. - Canada.com

Tue, 26 May 2009 12:11:02 GMT

Hide and Seek: Finding allergens in the home.
Canada.com, Canada
Common 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. ...

Beckaert dust mite allergy treatment awarded at Interzum - Innovation in Textiles

Wed, 13 May 2009 15:52:02 GMT

Innovation in Textiles

Beckaert dust mite allergy treatment awarded at Interzum
Innovation in Textiles, UK
Thanks to our woven or knitted mattress ticking treated with Purotex, great numbers of people can be freed from allergic reactions caused by the presence of dust mites. Real life scientific tests by independent bodies have proven that Purotex treated ...

Hidden dangers lurking in your home - KGO-TV

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 23:38:49 GMT

Hidden dangers lurking in your home
KGO-TV, CA
The 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 ...