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Allergies

Let’s be real: Every season is allergy season. Luckily, our medical experts are here to help you do something about it. They share the information and advice you need to deal with all things allergic, from home remedies and symptom management to how to use an EpiPen.

Person stopped to use their inhaler while exercising in park
July 16, 2025/Lung

Breathing Easy: How to Safely Exercise Outdoors With Asthma

Checking the weather, pollen counts and air quality can help you avoid asthma triggers

Tired man with head in hand, eyes closed
July 9, 2025/Allergies

Tired? You May Be Experiencing Allergy Fatigue

Drowsiness is a side effect of inflammation, disrupted sleep and, sometimes, your allergy medicine

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July 3, 2025/Allergies

How a Tick Bite Can Make You Allergic to Meat

Alpha-gal syndrome has become more common and is a leading cause of anaphylaxis

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June 13, 2025/Infectious Disease

Is the Hygiene Hypothesis True or False?

We don’t fully understand how cleanliness impacts immune system development, but we do know that preventing illness is important

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Person sitting on couch at night, pressing their hands on their nose/sinuses
April 4, 2025/Allergies

Why Your Allergies May Be Worse at Night — and What To Do About It

If allergies have you coughing and sniffling all night, try showering before bed, keeping the windows closed and propping your head up

Person outside house, holding scratchy, sore throat
April 3, 2025/Allergies

Why Your Allergies Are Worse in the Morning

If allergies make your mornings a slog, consider closing the windows and showering at night

Person holding tissue to their nose outside, with a tree, and pollen and irritants floating around
March 20, 2025/Allergies

How To Tame Your Spring Allergies

When the trees start to bloom, your allergies can come to life — medications, closing the windows and keeping clean can help

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March 6, 2025/Allergies

How To Use an EpiPen for an Allergic Reaction

Acting quickly and correctly to deliver the medication can be lifesaving

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February 21, 2025/Allergies

Is There a Link Between Allergies and Ear Pain?

Yes, ear pain can result from seasonal allergies, causing even more issues

Person holds a tissue to their nose while another places an ornament on the Christmas tree
December 13, 2024/Allergies

Could You Be Allergic to Your Christmas Tree?

You’re more likely to be allergic to the debris that came in with this festive evergreen

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