Okay. I'm ready to give up. Frankly, because we don't have life-threatening allergies here (just a bunch of intolerances to gluten and dairy and some special dietary restrictions due to my daughter's problems with oxalates), I was ready to just feed my family whatever I could lay my hands on. Why? ...

While seldom mentioned, it is possible to have an allergic reaction to the flu vaccine. The influenza immunization contains "foreign" proteins, which can provoke an allergic reaction. While the vaccine is well-tolerated by the majority of people, as long as any immunization contains proteins from other animals or substances as ...

TORONTO – Urban traffic pollution makes asthma worse according to Mexican researchers. The negative impact of pollution from vehicles actually meant that children with asthma had to resort to their medication more often. Dr Isabelle Romieu of the Institute Nacional de Sauld Publica said that an increase in atmospheric pollutants ...

Robert Hruzek of Middle Zone Musings is always challenging his fellow bloggers to new and interesting topics. This month, he's got a topic that is near and dear to my heart: what I've learned from the generosity of others. If anything, the allergic person is more dependent on the generosity ...

CALGARY – Volvo is planning to add environmentally-friendly textiles to its record of socially conscious car design. New models are now going to have standard seating fabric that is safe for you and your family. The new fabrics will be based on Oeko-Tex, a new textile standard introduced in the 90's. ...