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Easter Food Allergy Tips from Raquel Durban, Registered Dietitian

Easter food allergy tips infographicAre your children excited to celebrate Easter soon? But do they have food allergies? Is that causing you to stress? We're here to help.Here are some tips and resources to help you navigate the upcoming holidays:Offer to host if someone in your family has a food allergy so you know all foods served are allergy...

The Best Air Purifiers for Asthma & Allergies

home with plant and air purifierWhen most people think about air pollution, they think about smog or car emissions. But the air inside your home can be just as dangerous, especially for individuals with asthma and allergies. Pollutants like pet dander, dust mites, mold spores, and chemical odors can worsen symptoms, making it harder to manage your health.At Carolina Asthma...

Are Home Allergy Tests Reliable?

doctor gives allergy test on armMillions of people struggle with seasonal allergies or food-related allergies. Many people turn to home allergy tests in order to diagnose the cause of their symptoms. Are these home tests really all that reliable? Unfortunately, the answer may surprise you.While these home tests can provide some insights into your condition, they should not be used...

Allergy and Asthma Tips to Help You Enjoy the Holiday Season

young boy sits in front of Christmas tree with lightsIf you have asthma and/or winter allergies, you might be a little hesitant to fully engage in all the holiday cheer. While family and friends are out merrymaking, you must wonder, will scented candles or the smell of pine from a Christmas tree trigger your asthma or allergies? Or if you have food allergies, are...

Mold: A Trigger for Asthma and Allergy

woman jumping in puddle in rain bootsAsthma is a serious disease that affects your ability to breathe. Many people who suffer from asthma have symptoms with exposure to mold. Mold and mildew are fungi, a type of organism that reproduces via spores. Spores are airborne particles that grow in wet or damp environments. Mold can be found both indoors and outdoors. Outdoor...

Kade Gets an Allergy Shot!

Child stands in front of Carolina Asthma & Allergy building, points at signOur awesome, energetic friend Kade wants to show you how to get an allergy shot at Carolina Asthma & Allergy Center. He and his family created this informative video on what it is like to get a shot. Watch to see the process and just how easy it is! Many thanks to Kade and his...

What Causes a Person to Develop Allergies?

Man holds tissue to his faceAllergies can come in many shapes and sizes. While some people can enjoy beautiful weather, others avoid going outdoors at all costs. The same situation may occur for people watching others enjoy an endless variety of foods while they must be very selective. Those people who suffer from the incessant symptoms of food or environmental...

Egg Allergies: Symptoms, Treatments, & Substitutions

six eggs in a cartonEggs are known for being high in protein and easy to eat in a variety of different ways. According to a 2019 Food & Wine article, the average American consumes 279 eggs a year. If you’re used to eating eggs but have noticed a change in how your body reacts after eating them, it’s possible...

So, Someone in your Family has Peanut Allergy!

Carolina Asthma & Allergy logoby Richard S. Roberts, M.D.Updated Announcement November 16, 2020:Carolina Asthma and Allergy Center is excited to announce that it is now offering Palforzia. Dr. Emily Langley provides an update on this new treatment. She comments, "the first peanut oral immunotherapy product, named Palforzia, was FDA approved earlier this year, and we are excited to be able...