Allergic rhinitis, or hay fever, affects over 19 million adults and over 5 million children in the U.S. each year. Here in central Florida, grass pollen is highest during the summer and fall months. The tree pollen season, primarily from oak trees, usually lasts from January or February until April or May. While there may […]
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The COVID-19 Vaccine and Your Allergies
Does having environmental, food, drug, or other allergies make you worry about getting a COVID-19 vaccine? You’re not alone. There is always apprehension amongst allergy sufferers about anything new, from a new medication to a new laundry detergent, and everything in between! However, according to the CDC and experts at the University of Washington, the […]
How to Treat Spring Allergies Now
What are Spring Allergies? If you suffer from allergies each spring in Florida, you are likely allergic to tree pollen, also called allergic rhinitis or hay fever. As the temperature rises consistently, plants return to life and begin releasing the offending pollen into the air. When inhaled, the pollen triggers an immune response in certain […]
Could I Be Allergic to Insect Stings?
Everyone experiences some redness, stinging and swelling if they are bitten or stung by an insect. Depending on the type and size of the insect, this can be extremely small or cause a large whelp. So, how do you know if the reaction you’re having after an insect sting is normal or a hypersensitivity? Types […]
6 Bizarre Allergies
Everyone knows that people can be allergic to pollen, dust, medication, insect stings, and even certain foods. Multiple medications and other treatment methods exist for these common allergens. However, some people have allergies that are truly odd and have no existing cure. Check out our list below of six of the most bizarre allergies out […]
