Allergy - Page 18

September 19, 2017

Woman's potentially fatal brain condition was misdiagnosed as allergies

When Andrea Syron began noticing a buzzing in her ear—that later grew to a strange “whooshing”—she knew something was wrong.

June 22, 2017

New Hampshire student credited with saving classmate's life while on field trip

A quick-thinking 8th grader is being called a hero by his classmates and town after he helped to save his friend’s life while on a field trip last week.

May 22, 2017

How a single kiss could kill this teen

Stone Cofini may not be allowed to date until he turns 16 next January, but his mother is already losing sleep over the prospect.

May 9, 2017

Can puppies protect babies from allergies and obesity?

Reuters Health) - Exposing babies to puppies and other furry pets might help them accumulate two types of bacteria in their gut that are associated with a lower risk of allergies and obesity, a Canadian study suggests.

April 19, 2017

Many parents stumble over giving kids allergy medicine

When it comes to giving allergy medicine to kids, many parents are doing things that could potentially cause problems, a new poll finds.

April 14, 2017

Boy can only eat 7 foods including Chick-fil-A waffle fries

A six-year-old boy who is only allowed to eat seven foods on this planet got his wish at a local Chick-Fil-A.

March 31, 2017

Britain's 'Grandfather of Allergy' going strong at 105

At 105 years old, Britain’s “Grandfather of Allergy” continues to consult patients and contribute to medical journals while helping thousands by encouraging the media to include pollen counts in weather forecasts.

March 21, 2017

Non-traditional forms of treatment may offer relief for allergy sufferers

Nearly 100 million people suffer from allergies and asthma, with symptoms ranging from the occasional sniffle to debilitating headaches and additional pains.

March 16, 2017

Does illness help young adults take charge of their own health?

Adolescents and young adults coping with chronic illness may be better prepared to take charge of their own care than their healthy peers, a recent study suggests.

March 15, 2017

Mom suffers near-fatal allergic reaction at Adele concert

A mother of three is recovering in a hospital’s intensive care unit after suffering a near-fatal allergic reaction during an Adele concert on Monday night.