ALLERGYSA BLOG

What to Expect this Spring Season
What to Expect this Spring Season
Spring 2023 is just around the corner, so if you are a spring allergy sufferer, the time to prepare is now! Here’s what you need to know:
Just as mountain cedar pollen abates in our area, the new growth…

How Does the FASTER Act Address the Rise of Sesame Seed Allergy?
The Food Allergy Safety, Treatment, Education, and Research (FASTER) Act was signed into law in April of 2021, prioritizing food allergy research and specifically declaring sesame as the 9th major food allergen recognized by the United States.…

Commit to Better Breathing in the New Year!
With the new year come new opportunities for health goals and resolutions. For allergy and asthma sufferers, it’s the perfect time to get the wheezing and sneezing under control and commit to better breathing in the coming year!
There are…

Have You Met Your Deductible? A Good Time for Allergy Testing
Have You Met Your Deductible?
The end of the year is a good time to think about how to get the most from your health insurance, including scheduling an appointment for an allergy test. Both allergy testing and treatments are covered by most…

Allergy & Asthma Tips for a Happy Holiday Season
The holiday and winter season can be a tough time for individuals with allergies or asthma. From the cold weather to the holiday meals, it’s important for individuals with these conditions to be aware of potential risks they might face. Here…

Why You Should Get Your Flu Shot
New variants of the COVID-19 coronavirus, influenza, and other viruses will be circulating and spreading over the coming months. Flu and other viral infections can trigger asthma attacks and a worsening of asthma symptoms. Influenza also can…

Eczema – The First Sign That Other Allergic Conditions May Follow
Researchers are continually learning more about the underlying causes and triggers of eczema. Even today, the root cause remains a bit of a mystery. Allergy experts believe that it’s related to one’s genetics (up to 70% of people with eczema…

Preparing for Mountain Cedar Season
With the change in weather also comes a change in the allergens that fill our air. Mountain cedar season is right around the corner, with pollen appearing as early as November. Mountain cedar grows naturally in this region and is considered…

Are You Allergic to Penicillin, Really?
Unverified penicillin allergy is recognized as a significant public health problem. Up to 10 percent of the population report being allergic to penicillin, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). However, most of…

The Fall Asthma Epidemic — What Is It?
Fall is one of the most dangerous times for people with asthma, especially children. Asthmatics often enjoy a reprieve from symptoms during the summer months, but ER visits for asthma increase during September and early October. Reports indicate…

What to Expect this Spring Season
What to Expect this Spring Season
Spring or 2022 has sprung and your allergies might have already made you aware of it…
Pollen and other allergens play a considerable part in affecting many Texans' lives during the
springtime.…

How Can I Treat and Prevent My Child’s Nosebleeds?
Nosebleeds are common for most children ages 3 to 10. Nosebleeds are caused by several things, such as having allergies or a cold, living in dry climates, or picking the nose. Although there is no cure for nosebleeds, there are ways to easily…