A press release from a Texas allergy practice details a few of the effects that allergies can have on daily performance - for both adults and kids. The article references the AAAAI's recent findings that up to 40% of children miss school days each year due to allergic rhinitis. And, millions of dollars a year are lost, as adults miss work due to their allergy symptoms. The article recommends "avoidance measures and treatment," as well as a visit to your local allergist or immunologist.