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The worst big cities for people with allergies: Infographic
Mon, May 21 2012 at 6:09 PM EST

Which cities are the most difficult to live in for allergy sufferers and what you can do to minimize the symptoms.

Why are pollen allergies so common?
Tue, May 01 2012 at 5:40 PM EST

One widely accepted theory postulates that our obsession with cleanliness is making us more sensitive.

Mud is good! Why women may face a higher risk of autoimmune diseases
Wed, Apr 25 2012 at 5:45 PM EST

Parents expect young girls to be cleaner than boys, which according to the hygiene hypothesis, might explain why they get sick more often later in life.

Facial soap's surprise ingredient triggers allergic reaction
Wed, Apr 25 2012 at 6:38 AM EST

Even people who aren't previously allergic to the ingredient can develop a permanent allergy due to the repeated exposure near the eyes and nose.

I'm jumping on the gluten-free bandwagon
Tue, Mar 27 2012 at 4:12 PM EST

Am I sensitive to gluten? I'm about to find out.

FDA approves new 'dry' aerosol to treat allergies
Tue, Mar 27 2012 at 1:00 PM EST

New dry nasal spray will be available to allergy sufferers in April.

Worst U.S. cities for allergies revealed
Thu, Mar 22 2012 at 11:06 AM EST

This year's allergy season is coming earlier than usual because of this winter's warmer temperatures. Who will be hit the hardest?

Off-the-charts pollen spreads allergy misery
Thu, Mar 22 2012 at 10:46 AM EST

Video: Allergy season has come early and hit with a wheezing vengeance in parts of the South and Midwest this year, thanks largely to an unusually warm winter. Abundant pollen is causing watery eyes, sniffles and sneezing.

Study links antibiotics and asthma
Tue, Mar 20 2012 at 2:00 PM EST

Researchers find connection between kids who take antibiotics early in life and the later development of asthma.

10 foods that fight spring allergies
Fri, Mar 16 2012 at 5:28 PM EST

Work vitamin C-rich foods (like citrus and broccoli) into your diet and turn to stinging nettle as a potent natural form of allergy relief.

Why is allergy season starting earlier?
Wed, Mar 14 2012 at 9:53 AM EST

Video: Dr. Roshini Raj, Health magazine's medical expert, discusses why allergy season has arrived so early. She says you can help combat the coughing and sneezing by using a dehumidifier and limiting outdoor activities.

Allergy myths debunked: Infographic
Mon, Mar 12 2012 at 6:09 PM EST

Myths surrounding allergies are rampant. As a result, some people believe that allergies are psychosomatic, not life-threatening or not attributable to foods. Here, we knock down the 10 most common.

Severe food allergies get new awareness
Tue, Feb 28 2012 at 12:10 PM EST

Video: As the number of children with severe food allergies grows, parents are finding that their worries are beginning to be heard in some high places.

Mild winter brings double-whammy: Late flu season and early allergies
Mon, Feb 20 2012 at 12:35 PM EST

Warm weather in January has many people suffering in February.

Mild winter triggers early allergy season
Wed, Feb 15 2012 at 10:17 AM EST

Video: This year’s mild winter isn’t all good news; the warmer weather is triggering the early arrival of allergy season.

7-year-old Virginia girl dies tragically from food allergies
Fri, Jan 06 2012 at 1:00 PM EST

School officials and parents around the country should be reviewing allergy policies after first-grader dies from suspected peanut allergy.

Getting a cat ups allergy risk in adults
Tue, Dec 27 2011 at 3:18 PM EST

While having a cat as a kid may protect against future allergies, getting one in adulthood nearly doubles the chances of developing an immune reaction to it.

How to keep a gluten-intolerant guest safe this Thanksgiving
Mon, Nov 21 2011 at 12:37 AM EST

Will you have a gluten-free guest this Thanksgiving? Allergy expert Mireille Schwartz explains how to keep them safe.

8 most common food allergies
Thu, Nov 10 2011 at 10:19 AM EST

The worst thing many people suffer after eating is a case of wicked indigestion. But for some, eating the wrong thing can cause hives, swelling, vomiting and even death. Here are the eight foods that commonly induce 90 percent of all food reactions.

Stevens-Johnson syndrome: HIV drug can cause life-threatening skin reaction, says FDA
Tue, Nov 08 2011 at 1:03 PM EST

New product warnings for Isentress mention this rare, skin-killing disorder.

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