Allergy and Asthma Insights Blog - Category: Uncategorized

05.29.2024

Spending time outside during the summer with severe allergies can be challenging, but with some planning and precautions, you can still enjoy the outdoors. Here are some steps you...

05.08.2024 | Nicole A. Mezo, PA-C

It’s true, you can be allergic to exercise. Exercise induced anaphylaxis is a rare condition where a person has a severe allergic reaction due to exercise.  Symptoms may include...

03.13.2024 | Alicia M. McCown, PA-C

For many, Easter includes the celebration of spring (and chocolate) which means we must keep our friends and family with allergies in mind. Here are some tips to keep...

02.26.2024 | Shaila U. Gogate, MD

A new Treatment Option Food Allergy affects 10% of the US population. Allergic reactions to foods can be severe and life threating. Someone living with a food allergy must...

02.13.2024

Nickel is a common metal used in the production of jewelry, including earrings. Some people may be sensitive or allergic to nickel, and when they come into contact with...

12.06.2023 | Tamara J. Young, PA-C

Allergic contact dermatitis is a common skin rash that looks like eczema.  It occurs when a person becomes allergic to chemicals found in soaps, shampoos, lotions, hair dye, make...

11.08.2023 | Nicole R. Rae, PA-C

Answer – Earlier is Better Treating anaphylaxis early is best for a good outcome. Epinephrine is the best medication for treating anaphylaxis. Epinephrine is a very safe medication. Your...

10.31.2023 | Katie Tanner, FNP-C

Food allergies are surrounded by various myths and misconceptions. It’s important to separate fact from fiction to better manage food allergies. Here are some common myths about food allergies:...

10.10.2023 | Sheila R. Wertz, PA-C

Many people wonder, can I see pollen? Can I see what I’m allergic to? The simple answer is yes and no! Most pollen is microscopic and not visible to...

10.04.2023 | Lacey D. Sanchez, NP-C

Don’t let this Halloween FRIGHTEN you! The TEAL PUMPKIN PROJECT has got you and your GOULISH loved ones covered! What is the Teal Pumpkin Project? The Teal Pumpkin Project...

09.20.2023 | Erin E. Kempe, DO

Back to School Edition School is back in full swing, and we are headed into the colder months of the year, referred as “flu season”. September is known as...

08.28.2023 | Gena Di Muro

DRUG ALLERGIES: Penicillin, Amoxicillin, Ceclor. This is how my medical records have read since infancy. Each medicine caused horrible hives and led doctors to demand I NEVER use these...