Will I die from asthma?
Each day, 9 Americans die from asthma. Most healthcare workers would suggest that these deaths could have been prevented. Severe asthma attacks can occur no matter whether you have been diagnosed with mild, moderate or severe asthma. Who is at high risk for a fatal …
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Be my Allergy-Safe Valentine!
So, it’s that special day…celebrating with a nice dinner, flowers and candy. Seems innocent enough, except— what is in that candy? Chocolate candy contains chocolate (not a very common allergy), milk (the most common food allergy in young children), peanuts or nuts (the #1 cause …
Will my child outgrow asthma?
This is a common question I’ve heard over the years. The answer is not quite so easy, but there are factors that may help predict the prognosis of toddlers who are wheezing around age 3 years old. The modified API (Asthma Predictive Index) is helpful. …
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Food allergies increase childhood bullying
Up to 8% of children have food allergies. Managing food allergies requires ongoing vigilance in avoiding the specific foods. This affects children not only at home, but also at school leading to anxiety, social isolation, and even bullying. Lifestyle and vulnerability might predispose these kids …
Now that wasn’t so bad, was it?
Okay…. So you need allergy injections, but are a little nervous about the ‘injection’ part. Here are some reassuring facts: Needle size: the needle is very thin at 0.01625 inches; this is smaller than a grain of table sugar, and it is short— only ½ …
Is it a cold, sinus or allergies?
Let’s face it. You feel miserable with a stuffy nose, nasal discharge and cough. But what is it? There are overlapping symptoms between the common viral cold, sinus infections and allergic rhinitis (aka hay fever). This little chart can assist in sorting out the problem: …
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV): Questions and Answers.
Why is RSV infection important? When do RSV epidemics occur? How contagious is RSV? How is RSV infection spread? What are the symptoms of RSV infection? How does one make the diagnosis of RSV infection? How do you treat RSV infections? What can you do …
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A “Talking” Epinephrine injector is now available
Yes, you heard that right…a talking Epinephrine injector! A breakthrough in Epinephrine auto-injector design is here and is available now. The Auvi-Q™ by Sanofi, is a self-injectable epinephrine device that provides audio and visual cues to assist with the administration of Epinephrine. Hence the …
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Should I buy an air purifier for my asthma and indoor allergies?
Should I buy an air purifier for my asthma and indoor allergies? Attention asthma and allergy sufferers! Has your doctor suggested buying an air purifier for your house to help reduce asthma and allergy symptoms? Here are some Q & A to assist you. …
ProAir® HFA now comes with a dose counter!
ProAir® is albuterol inhaler made by TEVA Respiratory. It now has the long-awaited dose counter so patients will know exactly how many puffs are left in the canister and when it is time to refill their prescription. In the “old days,” patients were floating their …
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