Month: March 2007
Allergic Asthma Sufferers Needed for Medical Study
Researchers at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine are investigating a new medicine for allergic asthma, and 850 patients with are needed to participate at 150 sites across the country. Patients enrolled in the study will have a 50…
England to Go Smoke-Free
In 100 days, a smoke-free England will be a reality. England's Public Health Minister Caroline Flint says: ‘On 1 July, all enclosed public places and workplaces will become smokefree, a measure supported by the majority of people in this country.…
Pollen Coats Southeast, Pummels Atlanta
MSNBC reports that the lack of rain in the Southeast is to blame for the extremely high pollen counts. ‘Everybody who walks through the door, you can see it in their faces,’ says Atlanta pharmacy owner Ira Katz, who is…
Teenagers & Young Adults Most Likely to Die from Food Allergy
CNN reports that a new study in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology shows that most people who died from food-induced anaphlyaxis were teenagers or young adults who were away from home when they ate the food that killed…
Overweight Girls More Likely to Develop Asthma as Adults
ABC News Online reports that women who were overweight as young children are more likely to develop asthma as adults. The Melbourne University study found that overweight girls more than triple their risk of developing asthma as adults. The same…
Natural Remedies for Seasonal Allergies
Holistic health practitioner Linda Binns suggests the following natural remedies for seasonal allergies on SelfGrowth.com: Goldenseal helps eliminate mucus. Echinacea and goldenseal root strengthen the immune system. Cayenne pepper can help counteract allergy symptoms and is particularly helpful in treating…
Pollen Count Spikes in Atlanta & Other Cities
My once-black car is now more of a yellow-green color, and here in Atlanta, friends who normally don't even have allergy problems are feeling the effect of thousands of pollen grains flying up their nostrils. _ _ I wasn't surprised…
Pollen Allergies? Don’t Blame the Flowers!
It's officially spring now, and tree pollen is raining down upon us – but only the pollen from certain trees is a problem for allergy sufferers. According to WFIE News, Dr. Jason White has a simple rule of thumb: Pretty,…
Antibiotics Still Overused in Treating Sinusitis
The Washington Post reports that antibiotics are still being prescribed for seven out of ten patients with chronic sinusitis and eight out of ten with acute sinus infections, even though research has proved that more than 90 percent of sinus…
Experts Warn about Alternative Allergy Treatments
As a follow-up to my previous post about alternative medicine treatments for allergies… _ _United Press International reports that experts at the university of Washington warn that patients seeking alternative allergy treatments should not stop taking standard medications. ‘Anyone with…
Alternative Medicine Allergy Treatments
Dr. Manuel Alvarez of Fox News says that alternative medicine systems like Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine believe that the true key to allergy prevention is treating the underlying causes while building up the body’s immune system. ‘The long-term solution to…
Arthur from PBS Teaches Kids & Parents about Asthma, Food Allergies
If you don't know Arthur, he's an eight-year-old aardvark and the star of an animated series on PBS. The series has a substantial educational outreach program for librarians, teachers, community centers, and families. Two of the lesson plans are ‘All…
Cockroaches Increase Asthma, Allergies
NorwichBulletin reports that the presence of cockroaches in schools and homes is a contributing factor in the rise of asthma and other respiratory ailments. Entomologist Jennifer Dacey says that cockroach shells, dropped after molting, along with the insect’s feces, dissipate…
Smoking in Car Doubles Asthma Risk
The Australian reports that children exposed to cigarette smoke in cars are more than twice as likely as other kids to develop asthma. Some Australian officials would like to ban smoking in vehicles with children for this reason.‘Teenagers can escape…
Check the Allergen Hot Spots in Your Home
According to PRnewswire, Procter & Gamble has partnered with the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) to educate people about hidden allergen hot spots. Most allergy sufferers know about the dust mites in their bed, but they may not…
Allergy Nationin Child Magazine
Child magazine recently published an in-depth article titled Allergy Nation all about the increasing prevalence of food allergies among children. Interestingly, the article states: ‘It's not unusual to hear about parents who have tried to sabotage food-allergy policies and children…
Most Asthmatic Children Suffer Unnecessarily
eMaxHealth reports that, according to a study in the Journal of Ambulatory Pediatrics, only 20 percent of children with persistent asthma have a level of control that is optimal. ‘That leaves almost 80 percent who are suffering more than they…
achoo! ALLERGY Moves into New World Headquarters
achoo! ALLERGY & AIR Products, Inc. has officially moved into its new world headquarters, located at: 3411 Pierce Drive, Suite 101Atlanta, GA 30341 We're very excited about our new headquarters, expanded warehouse space, and larger showroom. _
Expert Pollen Allergy Tips
Experts say we're in for a pollen ‘superburst’ in the next couple of weeks. Roger Emert, an allergy specialist at the New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center, recently shared his tips for combating watery eyes and the sniffles on…
Food Additives May Aggravate Asthma, Allergies
In the 1950s, 20 percent of consumer food in the UK came from supermarkets. Now it's closer to 80 percent, according to Epoch Times International. Since the 1950s, there has also been an increase in cancer, diabetes, obesity, depression, and…
Racial Background May Affect Tobacco Smoke Toxin Absorption
The Doctor's Guide reports that a child's race may be a factor in determing his or her susceptibility to toxins associated with environmental tobacco smoke. A new study published in the journal CHEST reveals that African American children with asthma…
Temporary Tattoos Could Bring on Lifelong Allergy
Henna, an ink from the leaves of a shrub grown in India, North Africa and Sri Lanka, is relatively safe and has been used for many years in hair dyes and temporary skin tattoos; however, according to The London Free…
Say Hello to Warm Weather & Spring Allergies
Dr. Mallika Marshall offers the following advice for springtime allergy sufferers on WBZTV in Boston: To limit your exposure to pollen, try to stay indoors in the morning when the pollen count is the highest. Avoid mowing the lawn and…
Household Dust: Not Just Dead Skin Anymore
While approximately 80% of household dust is dead skin, a new EPA study reveals that dust emanating from mattresses and televisions contains potentially hazardous polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs), according to Medindia.com Health News. It is not yet clear how dangerous…
Does Your Child Have an Asthma Action Plan?
The Star Press reports that every year, hundreds of thousands of children visit the emergency room because of asthma attacks. Parents of asthmatic children should consider creating some sort of action plan. The columnist, whose child suffers from asthma, suggests…
achoo! ALLERGY Season Is Here Again
The Courier News announces that allergy season is here once again. And one allergist, Dr. Greg Sharon, is preparing for a busy season. ‘There has been a major paradigm shift, a huge genetic change,’ says Sharon. ‘We are pretty much…
Children with Asthma Should Get Flu Shots
ABC Health News reports that children with asthma should get flu shots, but only 3 in 10 actually receive the shots. ‘We were surprised at how low the number was,’ says Susan Brim of the U.S. Center for Disease Control…
Nearly Half of Hayfever Sufferers Also Sensitive to Non-Allergens
According to a new study cited by Reuters news bureau, hayfever sufferers who are sensitive to pollen are more likely to be sensitive to non-allergen triggers like cold air, perfume, smoke, and cleaning products. Specifically, 42 percent of seasonal allergy…
Asthma Linked to Hybrid Immune Cell
New Scientist reports that a recently discovered class of immune cell may hold the key to new treatments for asthma – and explain why existing therapies sometimes fail. Asthma occurs when immune cells go into overdrive and release inflammatory chemicals…
Pollen Allergy Season Already Hitting A High in Florida
If you're heading to Florida anytime soon, you may want to take a box of tissue – and maybe even a portable air purifier for your car. While most of the country is still thawing out and hearing the first…
Preventing Food Allergy in Children
If you have allergies or asthma, your child is more likely to develop a food allergy. The Mayo Clinic offers advice on preventing the development of food allergies in your children: Avoid peanuts during pregnancy and while nursing, especially if…
Allergies – Under-Diagnosed, Under-Managed in Urban Children with Asthma
At the 63rd annual meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (AAAAI) in San Francisco last month, investigators presented findings that children with asthma who live in urban settings often have under-diagnosed and therefore under-managed allergic disease.…
Do Not Take Allegra with Juice!
Allegra is a very common medication for those with allergies, and for many, the daily routine may be to take any of your medications with breakfast. You may want to pause before the next time you take Allegra with juice.…
New Austin Air Pet Machine – The Air Purifier for Pet Owners
The Austin Air Pet Machine Air Purifier was designed specifically for pet owners. What is in the new Austin Air Pet Machine air purifier that makes it different? The Pet machine has 60 square feet of Medical Grade HEPA along…