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Allergy July 31, 2024

How to relieve seasonal allergy symptoms that arise in summer, plus preventative tips to keep in mind

Summer allergies can quickly get in the way of warm weather fun. Luckily, there's plenty you can do to help relieve symptoms and prevent them from coming back.

LIFESTYLE July 29, 2024

California woman has 100 different allergies, is restricted to eating just 13 foods

A woman in Los Angeles can only eat 13 types of food after being diagnosed with a syndrome that makes her allergic to 100 items, giving her symptoms of anaphylaxis.

Olympics July 26, 2024

Olympic gymnast details terrifying moment after going in anaphylactic shock days before competition

Olympic gymnast Levi Jung Ruivivar suffered a "severe allergic reaction" while going for a walk in the Olympic Village on Monday evening, the former U.S. athlete revealed on social media.

Family July 19, 2024

Reddit dog-allergy victim is shamed for leaving family reunion early: 'Couldn't take it anymore'

A woman on Reddit asked for advice after she got grief from family members for leaving a family reunion early due to her allergic reaction to a dog.

Health June 24, 2024

Ask a doctor: ‘Is it ever OK to take someone else’s prescription medication?’

It may be tempting to share pills in a pinch, but two doctors weighed in for this "Ask a doctor" piece about the potential risks of taking prescription medication that belongs to someone else.

HEALTH June 9, 2024

Ask a doctor: ‘How can I prevent scarring from bug bites and poison ivy?’

To help reduce the likelihood of scarring due to scratching from bug bites or poison ivy, three medical doctors offered their best advice on conquering itching and keeping the skin healthy.

HEALTH June 6, 2024

Medicine cabinet must-haves: 9 essentials every household should have on hand

In the event of aches and pains, allergic reactions or even a minor medical emergency, do you have the essential supplies on hand? Pharmacists identified the nine most important medical staples.

HEALTH May 28, 2024

Feeding peanuts to babies could prevent allergies through the teen years, study finds

Feeding peanut butter to babies — starting during infancy and continuing until age 5 — has shown to be effective in reducing allergies into adolescence, according to a new study.

HEALTH April 7, 2024

10 surprising facts about peanut allergies, according to a pediatric immunologist

Dr. Rani Maskatia, a pediatric and adult allergist and immunologist in California, shared with Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital 10 surprising facts about peanut allergies.

Allergy March 22, 2024

How to beat spring allergies with an early pollen season this year

The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America says more than 80 million Americans deal with seasonal allergies. Allergy season arrived early this year in the U.S.

HEALTH February 21, 2024

FDA approves allergy drug to lessen severity of reactions to peanuts, dairy, other foods

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has given the injectable Xolair (omalizumab) the green light for use in decreasing the risk of life-threatening reactions to certain foods. Doctors weighed in.