The holiday season in Tampa Bay is unique. Instead of snow, there’s sunshine, and windows often stay open to welcome the mild air. But for families managing allergies and asthma, the festive season can bring an unwelcome surge of indoor triggers. Here at Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Associates of Tampa Bay, it’s a problem we […]
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Top Tips for Managing Allergies in Florida’s Tropical Climate
Living in Florida means year-round sunshine and warm breezes. But for many, that paradise comes with a price: a relentless, never-ending allergy season. While other parts of the country get a break, our subtropical climate allows pollen, mold, and other irritants to thrive nearly 365 days a year, turning a simple walk outside into a […]
Should You Choose Oral Immunotherapy or Allergy Avoidance?
If you’re raising a child with a serious food allergy, you live in a world of “what ifs.” Every school lunch, every birthday cake, every sleepover comes with a background hum of anxiety. For years, the only strategy was to build the best possible defense: read every label, ask every question, and keep an EpiPen […]
Bee, Wasp, or Fire Ant? Identifying the Source of Your Venom Allergy
A perfect Florida day spent gardening or picnicking can be ruined in an instant by a sudden, sharp pain. You’ve been stung. But by what? In a state teeming with life, identifying the insect responsible is the first step toward finding relief, especially when that sting causes more than a temporary ache. For those with […]
How Stress and Florida’s Weather Can Trigger Allergy Flare-Ups
Living in Florida means you’re likely well-acquainted with pollen, but what if your allergy symptoms flare up even on a low-pollen day? You might be surprised to learn that two major culprits could be your stress levels and the state’s famously unpredictable weather. It’s not just in your head—that sudden wave of congestion after a […]
