This year, as COVID-19 continues to spread, it’s more important than ever that anyone with asthma get a flu shot to keep them healthy and out of the hospital.
Tag: Allergist
Back to School This Year Is Far from Back to Normal For Kids with Allergies and Asthma
Kids with allergies and asthma may have to take extra precautions as they head back to school this year.
Donating Your Plasma Saves the Lives of Those with Primary Immunodeficiency
The U.S. is currently experiencing a devastating shortage of plasma, and those in need are being forced to skip necessary treatments or go without – a possibly fatal situation.
“Saharan Plume” Brings Additional Eye, Nose and Throat Irritation to Allergy Sufferers
Allergy and asthma sufferers may find their symptoms are more frequent and severe due to the “Sarahan Plume.”
With Social Distancing and Precautions, Your 4th of July Can Be Free of Allergy and Asthma Symptoms
COVID-19 will mean more planning to make the 4th of July fun and safe
You May Be Ready for College, but Are Your Allergies and Asthma?
As many students will head to campus while COVID-19 is still a concern, it’s especially important that they stay healthy and have a good plan to manage their allergies and asthma.
Too Little Sleep Can Mean More Asthma Attacks in Adults
A new article in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology reveals that too little sleep, and occasionally too much sleep, can negatively impact adults with asthma.
New Guidelines Provide Evidence-Based Recommendations for Treating Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)
A new guideline from the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) and the Joint Task Force for Allergy-Immunology Practice Parameters provides recommendations for the management of Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) in pediatric and adult patients.
Recognizing Your Asthma Is Not Well Controlled Is the First Step in Controlling it
Especially as asthma patients around the world deal with COVID-19, staying on course with their regular treatment in order to keep their asthma under control is more important than ever.
Telemedicine expert Tania Elliott, MD, available for interviews to discuss how to conduct telemedicine appointments.
TANIA ELLIOTT, MD Expert on Telemedicine Dr. Tania Elliott, FACAAI, FAAAAI, is a nationally-recognized leader in the digital health space, specializing in telemedicine and direct to consumer healthcare delivery. She is on faculty at NYU Langone Health, where she serves…
During COVID-19 Pandemic, Normal Allergy and Asthma Medications Should Be Continued
There is no data to suggest that continuing allergy and asthma medications will have any effect on increasing your risk of getting the COVID-19 infection, or if you get the infection, lead to a worse outcome.
A Message to Asthma Sufferers About a Shortage of Albuterol Metered Dose Inhalers
Certain areas of the country are experiencing shortages of albuterol inhalers. There are options for asthma sufferers who can’t get an inhaler.
Focused Allergy Treatment May be Your Best Bet for Managing Symptoms
Spring allergies can be tricky to treat because not everyone is allergic to the same things, even though symptoms may look a lot alike
Allergists Encourage Parents of Food Allergic Kids to Recognize Their Own Anxiety
Allergists advise parents of children with food allergies to to offer fact-based strategies in order to not increase their child’s concerns.
Infectious disease/international travel expert available to speak on Coronavirus
Christopher Chang, MD, PhD, MBA, is a an allergist-immunologist in California. Dr. Chang is the immediate past chair of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunolopgy Infectious Diseases and International Travel Committee. Dr. Chang is the medical director of…
Five Things Your Sweetie with Allergies Doesn’t Want for Valentine’s Day
Some Valentine’s Day gifts can cause allergy and asthma symptoms and should be avoided no matter how much you think they might convey your devotion.
Forty Percent of People with Peanut Allergies Can Eat Tree Nuts but Choose to Avoid Them
Nearly 90 percent of peanut-allergic individuals in the study could potentially tolerate almonds, but 33 percent preferred strict avoidance due to fear of an allergic reaction.
Prenatal and Early Life Exposure to Multiple Air Pollutants Increases Odds of Toddler Allergies
A new article in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology shows a significant association between multiple prenatal and early life exposures to indoor pollutants and the degree of allergic sensitivity in 2-year-olds.
Keeping Allergies and Asthma at Bay is the Best Holiday Gift
The holidays can be tough to navigate for those with allergies and asthma. There are steps you can take to make your celebrations more fun and joy-filled for the whole family.
NEWS ROUNDUP: BREAKING NEWS ON PENICILLIN ALLERGY
Three new studies being presented American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting present new information on penicillin allergy.
NEWS ROUNDUP: BREAKING NEWS ON ORAL FOOD CHALLENGES
Two medically challenging cases being presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting contain new information on the benefits of oral food challenges when diagnosing food allergies.
Allergy Shots May be an Effective Treatment for Pediatric Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome
A new study shows that allergy shots (subcutaneous immunotherapy) can be effective in reducing PFAS symptoms for pediatric patients.
Pediatric Allergy Patients Equally Satisfied with Telemedicine and In-Person Appointments
A new study showed most parents of pediatric patients were more or equally satisfied with the treatment their children received during telemedicine visits for allergies and asthma.
Family History of Cancer Associated with Asthma Diagnosis in Children
A new study shows an association between a family history of cancer and a childhood asthma diagnosis.