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...
by Jessica Schuman | Jul 20, 2018 | Asthma, Managing Lung Disease
Can a thunderstorm cause an asthma attack? Seems like a silly concept, but some research claims that changes in airflow patterns during a storm can increase the chances for an attack. Downdrafts of cold air create thunderstorm outflows. These drafts take concentrated...
by Jessica Schuman | Jun 23, 2017 | Allergies
Seasonal allergies—a nuisance that seems to start as soon as the trees have leaves. Outside pollens change and allergy and asthma symptoms start, but did you ever notice that allergies are better on some days and worse on others. Outdoor pollens are flying everywhere...
