Health News Archives

Allergy Shots Are Effective Treatment for Symptoms
Immunotherapy works for allergic asthma, rhinitis, conjunctivitis or insect bites

Live Christmas Trees Can Trigger Mold Allergies
Spore counts soar when evergreens are brought indoors, researchers find

Allergy Disorders Linked With Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Study also found IBS 2 times more likely in people with depression

New Drug Eases Asthma Symptoms
Blocks inflammatory activity of two immune system molecules, researchers report

Pollen, Fruits, Veggies Help Trigger Oral Allergy Syndrome
Cooking foods can reduce or prevent allergic reactions, group suggests

Traveling With Allergies? Pack a Plan, Too
Respiratory group offers tips to limit unwelcome companions such as pollen, pollution

Eating Apples, Fish During Pregnancy Protects Kids From Allergies, Asthma
Researchers say first helps against asthma, while second works against eczema

Mild Asthmatics May Do Well With Less Medicine
Studies confirm step-down recommendations for those with controlled asthma

Free Asthma Screenings to be Offered Across the U.S.
May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, and tests will be run at 300 locations

Mediterranean Diet Protects Kids From Allergies: Study
Fruits, vegetables, nuts helped protect against asthma, skin sensitivity