by Jessica Schuman | Sep 21, 2022 | Allergies, Uncategorized
Atopic march, also called allergic march, is the way allergies appear from infancy and progress through childhood. While this march can occur at any time, studies show that allergies tend to occur and progress in order from skin; atopic dermatitis (eczema) then to...
by Jeannie Simms BA, AE-C | Mar 28, 2022 | Allergies, Education, Uncategorized
During one of Breathe PA’s School Nurse Trainings, Strategies to Address Allergies’ Impact on Students with Asthma,” a nurse asked the group for their experience, insights, or thoughts on schools going “nut-free.” The discussion began with these questions: Is it...
by Carla Conrad | May 21, 2021 | Allergies, Uncategorized
Is It Possible To Reduce The Number Of Asthma Attacks My Child Has? Yes, you can start by creating a partnership of care for children with asthma. Asthma Team members can include the following: you and your child, the asthma/allergy doctor, pharmacist, school nurse,...
by Jeannie Simms BA, AE-C | Mar 28, 2019 | Allergies, Asthma, Managing Lung Disease, The Lungs
Spring is here and we are all ready to make the transition of wintry weather to warm and breezy weather with regards to our clothes and outside activity. Ok, there are probably still a few who hate to see the snow go, but not me! So for those of us ready to make the...
by Jessica Schuman | Nov 21, 2018 | Allergies, Tips & Tricks
Dealing with food allergies can make life difficult, whether you are navigating your own allergies or those of a loved one. Home is a safe zone for many allergy sufferers. I prepare my foods and grocery list to meet the dietary needs of my family while also...
by Jeannie Simms BA, AE-C | Sep 28, 2018 | Allergies
Fall allergy symptoms like an itchy throat, watery eyes, and sneezing that we usually blame on ragweed could also be the result of eating fruits or vegetables that are first cousins to pollen. Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS) is associated with pollen allergies and has its...
