In 1928, Alexander Fleming, a bacteriologist at St. Mary’s Hospital, stumbled upon a mold called Penicillium notatum, and the world would never be the same. With an unbelievable ability to prevent the growth of bacteria such as Staphylococcus, its discovery was an invaluable gift to the medical community – helping to cure hordes of people […]
Allergy Tampa
Why Are Mold Allergies on the Rise in Tampa?
According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, the most recent pollen and mold report for Tampa, Florida, shows a very high concentration of mold, with a presence of all of the top three species of mold: ascospores, basidiospores, and smuts/myxomycetes. These three strains all share one common factor – they’re hazardous to […]
Is It Time To See An Allergy Doctor?
Allergies are something we all deal with at one point or another in our lives. Occasional or mild allergies may not cause serious problems, and over-the-counter medications might be enough to relieve your symptoms. But, if your allergies seem to be getting worse, or if you find yourself missing out on activities because of them, […]
Why You Should have an Asthma Attack Plan
A January 2017 survey published in “Annals of the American Thoracic Society” concluded that in the management of chronic and persistent asthma, an active partnership between doctor and patient results in better outcomes. This is best achieved by creating and following a daily Asthma Action Plan. An asthma action plan is a written document that details how to treat a […]
Sinusitis: Symptoms to Watch Out For
We all know the feeling – stuffy nose, throbbing pressure, and that mucus down the back of your throat. Sinusitis may make you uncomfortable for a while, but there are also a few things to watch out for that are a sure sign you need to see an allergy and asthma specialist. Understanding the symptoms […]
