Health News Archives

First Family Will Have Tough Time Finding Hypoallergenic Dog
Experts point out such a breed doesn't exist since allergens are also in canine skin

Lymph Node Shots Tested for Grass Pollen Allergy
Eight-week regimen better than 3 to 5 years of standard shots under skin, study finds

Barriers to Good Asthma Care Detailed
Allergists say poor access, distrust of docs behind inequalities in treatment

Acetaminophen Linked to Childhood Asthma
Drug should only be used to treat high fevers in children, experts say

No Place Safe From Allergies
Most can be controlled, but you need to know what triggers them, experts say

Climate Change Linked to Longer Pollen Seasons
Increasing temperatures, carbon dioxide levels add to discomfort of ragweed allergies

Childhood Asthma, Allergies Traced to Womb
New research suggests birth order, method of delivery all play a part

Nasal Irrigation Can Help Fight Spring Allergies
Ingredients can be bought over the counter and safely used at home

Allergies Can Dig Into Gardening’s Fun
But planting low-allergen species, avoiding high pollen hours can help

Dust Mites Trump Asthma Prevention Guidelines
Study finds that despite heroic efforts, most strategies are doomed to fail