According to UCLA, about 10% of people who are stung by a venomous insect will have some type of allergic reaction. Allergic reactions to venom are usually mild and localized to the area of the bite or sting, but some can be very serious or even fatal. That’s why it is so important for everyone, […]
Allergy
Are Flu Shots Safe for People with Egg Allergies?
If you or your child have been diagnosed with an egg allergy, you know first-hand how many places this sneaky allergen can hide. But did you know that some vaccines also contain egg proteins, including many flu shots? In this post, we’ll discuss why for most people with egg allergies, vaccines like the flu shot […]
What You Need to Know about Allergies in Toddlers
Anyone can develop allergies, and children are no exception, even infants and toddlers. Infants and toddlers may develop food allergies or eczema early in life, but the development of allergic rhinitis usually requires multiple seasons of pollen exposure. Allergies are also more common for those whose family has a history of allergies. If one parent […]
When to Introduce Peanuts to Children
Thinking about food allergies in children can be scary. As parents, we never want to do anything that will put our children’s lives at risk, but we also want to give them a varied and healthy diet. Peanuts are known as a common food allergen in children, so they cause particular concern for conscientious parents. […]
Best House Cleaning Tips for People with Allergies
Spring cleaning is important to many people as it symbolizes a fresh start to a new year. Decluttering physical space can be very beneficial for a person’s mental health, and the warming temperatures of spring provide the perfect opportunity to do so. But did you know that tidying up your house can do wonders for […]
