Move aside peanuts, shellfish, fruits, or wheat. A bite from the lone star tick might spark an allergy to beef, pork and lamb, researchers ... Read More
Allergy
Are You Allergic To Halloween?
Halloween candy may contain some obvious allergens, but there are many more unexpected allergy and asthma triggers that can pose a threat to ... Read More
A Room-By-Room Guide To An Allergy-Free Home
It's spring, which means allergy season is upon us. If you have mild to severe allergies, you can do a few things to minimize pesky ... Read More
Allergy
Definition An allergy is an exaggerated immune response or reaction to substances that are generally not harmful. Among people of all ... Read More
Are You Allergic To Your…Clothes?!
As the weather changes, it's likely your wardrobe will follow suit. For a number of reasons, as it gets colder, our skin also tends to ... Read More
New Study Suggests Black Children More Likely To Have Food Allergies
(BlackDoctor.org) -- Pediatricians at Northwestern University have shed new light on why some children develop sensitivities to foods such ... Read More
Healthy Things That Actually Hurt You
(BlackDoctor.org) -- The basics of staying healthy seem pretty easy to follow: Eat well, exercise, get enough sleep and you should be on the ... Read More
Gene Linked To Asthma In Blacks Discovered
(BlackDoctor.org) -- U.S. researchers have discovered a genetic mutation unique to African Americans that could help explain why blacks are ... Read More
Which Allergy Medicine Is Best For You?
(BlackDoctor.org) -- Allergy sufferers can choose from an array of allergy medicine — over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription — that can be ... Read More
Allergy Shots: Are They Right For You?
(BlackDoctor.org) -- Allergy shots are not a cure for allergies, but for the right patient, they can relieve nagging symptoms and be a very ... Read More
Childhood Asthma Linked To Depression In Pregnancy
(BlackDoctor.org) -- Anxiety, stress and depression during pregnancy may lead to a greater risk of asthma for your child. Study results are ... Read More
Updated: The ACAAI Guideline To Stinging Insects
(BlackDoctor.org) -- Spring and summer bring bees, wasps, hornets and yellow jackets and, this year, updated advice for those who are ... Read More