Allergy News

Is it a season allergy or a cold?

It can be difficult for parents to determine whether their children have a cold or seasonal allergies, but an expert outlines how to tell the difference.

Cybershrink's FAQs on phobias

Phobias are often irrational fears, but they can make life difficult, and in some cases, even affect your health and relationships. CyberShrink addresses some uncommon phobias.

Kids on farms have fewer allergies

Kids who grow up on farms and have contact with cows and their milk are less likely to have allergies and asthma than kids rose nearby but not on a farm, study says.

Alternative meds ease sinusitis

Alternative therapies such as acupuncture, acupressure and dietary changes may spell significant relief for patients battling chronic sinusitis, a new pilot study suggests.

Hard to ID nut allergy

Research shows that parents of children with peanut and tree-nut allergies can't identify nuts to which thier children are allergic when given samples of the nuts.

Recent bee attacks stir fear

The recent spate of bee attacks in several parts of the country, which has killed at least two young school children and a factory worker, has sparked fears among the public.

Training needed in epinephrine use

When Jane Able's 4-year-old daughter, Ellie, was diagnosed with a severe peanut allergy, immediately got trained in using an epinephrine pen and never leaves home without it.

Eczema tied to impotence risk

Men who have atopic dermatitis (eczema) may have a higher risk of erectile dysfunction (ED) than men who don't, a new study finds.

Cats up allergy risk in adults

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.

Petless homes still have allergens

By taking steps to reduce pet allergens in their homes, pet owners can reduce the spread of pet allergens to people who may be allergic, experts say.