Now that the ragweed allergy season is behind us in most parts of North America, the cooler weather will drive the majority of individuals indoors for a greater part of each day. As you close up your home to keep the heat in, you'll also find that public ...

Allergies are more than just a nagging nuisance. According to a US national survey of allergy sufferers, allergies negatively affect a whole range of daily activities. Allergies not only affect the sufferer physically, but also emotionally. A full 70 percent of those surveyed said that they ...

After airborne irritants, the next top allergens are foods. As many as 2 million children in the US are affected by food allergies according to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Not all food is equally allergenic though. In fact, there are 8 top food allergens that ...

Allergies are a complex health condition. Managing your allergies can mean more than one drug treatment. The allergy itself can affect many bodily systems. As a result, you need to go to each doctor’s appointment ready to collect as much information as possible. Make good use of your ...

Allergies to pets are one of the most common reasons for giving up a beloved companion animal. The US Humane Society has estimated that as many as 1 in 7 people are allergic to either cats or dogs. In fact, as many as 1 in 3 pet ...