Asthma is a very common chronic respiratory disease that affects over 27 million people in the United States. Asthma causes difficulty breathing, wheezing, shortness of breath, tightness in the chest, and coughing. Most people with asthma are aware that physical activity is a common trigger and that they must be careful before engaging in moderate […]
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Understanding Adult-Onset Food Allergies
If you have developed a food allergy in your adult years, you’re not alone. In a 2019 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), almost 6% of over 40,000 U.S. adults who participated in the study reported acquiring a new food allergy during adulthood. That translates to almost 20 million American […]
Allergy Do’s and Don’ts
Allergies are one of the most common conditions people face worldwide. Here in the U.S., over 100 million people suffer from at least one allergy. This chronic condition can have a seriously negative effect on a person’s quality of life due to their debilitating symptoms. If you’re living with allergies, you don’t have to fight […]
6 Expert Tips to Stay Ahead of Seasonal Allergies
Over 65 million adults and 13 million children in the U.S. experienced seasonal allergies in 2022 (source, source). In the lush subtropical and tropical climates of sunny Florida, seasonal allergies can persist throughout the year, making them a never-ending struggle. Instead of treating symptoms as they arise, savvy allergy sufferers know that taking proactive, preventative […]
Am I Too Old for Allergy Treatment?
As we age, our health needs are constantly changing. However, the need for quality, competent medical care remains the same regardless of age. So when we hear our older patients say that they’re too old for allergy treatments, we vehemently disagree. Our policy is to provide each and every patient that walks through our doors […]
