Dander – whether from canines, felines, or even birds – can leave a lasting impression when it embeds itself into couches, drapes, and carpets in your home. Shedding and allergen production by pets presents a persistent problem for allergic pet lovers who can’t live without their favorite furry friend. According to the American College of […]
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Take a Stand on National Penicillin Allergy Day: Why Over Diagnosing Allergies is Undercutting Patients
In 1928, Alexander Fleming, a bacteriologist at St. Mary’s Hospital, stumbled upon a mold called Penicillium notatum, and the world would never be the same. With an unbelievable ability to prevent the growth of bacteria such as Staphylococcus, its discovery was an invaluable gift to the medical community – helping to cure hordes of people […]
Why Are Mold Allergies on the Rise in Tampa?
According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, the most recent pollen and mold report for Tampa, Florida, shows a very high concentration of mold, with a presence of all of the top three species of mold: ascospores, basidiospores, and smuts/myxomycetes. These three strains all share one common factor – they’re hazardous to […]
Controlling Asthma at School
For kids with asthma, school can be tough to navigate. Asthma flare-ups can happen any time and any place. For asthmatics, one of the scariest things is having a flare-up when you aren’t prepared or expecting it. The best thing asthmatic kids – and their parents – can do is focus on controlling symptoms and […]
What Parents Need to Know About Kids with Asthma
Asthma is a respiratory condition that is incurable but completely manageable. If your child has asthma, it’s important to understand your child’s condition and how you can help manage it. Here are a few things parents need to know about kids with asthma. Coughing One of the most common signs that your child may have […]
