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Hay Fever Symptoms and Treatment April 7, 2023

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Hay fever is caused by common allergens like mold, pollens, pet dander, or dust mites.
The symptoms of hay fever are often confused with cold symptoms, but hay fever is an allergic reaction and isn't caused by a virus.
Seasonal allergies not only make you feel miserable, but they can also interfere with sleep, worsen asthma symptoms, or cause sinusitis or ear infections.

Posted in Medical Conditions, Pediatric Articles, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged allergic, allergic reaction, allergies, hay fever, seasonal allergies, summer

Swimmer’s Itch July 20, 2022

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Swimmer’s itch is an allergic reaction from parasites that may cause irritated skin.
Several Utah waterways have had positive cases of swimmer’s itch.
Be cautious of lakes and ponds that have snails and waterfowl.

Posted in Parenting Articles & Tips, Pediatric Articles, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged allergies, lakes, outdoor activities, parenting, parenting tips, safety, summer, swim, swimming

Christmas trees can wreck havoc for allergy sufferers November 24, 2014

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Having a live Christmas tree in your house can increase the mold count in your home by 10 times the normal levels.
If you experience allergy symptoms after bringing home your Christmas tree, you may want to replace your tree with an artificial one.
Before setting up artificial or live trees in the house, take them outside to give them a good spray down with the hose and shake them out.

Posted in Fall/Winter Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged allergies, holidays, winter

Seasonal Allergies: Getting Relief is as Easy as ABC May 5, 2014

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A runny nose, itchy eyes, dark circles under the eyes, and sneezing lasting more than 10 days are all symptoms of a possible allergy.
Reduce allergy symptoms by trying to stay indoors, cleaning often, and keeping pollen out of your home.
Medications such as antihistamines or nasal spray steroids can help control allergy symptoms.

Posted in Cold and Flu Tips, Fall/Winter Tips, Pediatric Articles | Tagged allergies, hay fever, summer

Surviving Seasonal Allergies April 4, 2013

Article at a Glance Reduce allergy symptoms by trying to stay indoors and keeping pollen out of your home. A runny nose, itchy eyes, dark circles under the eyes, and sneezing lasting more than 10 days are all symptoms of a possible allergy. If you think your child might have seasonal allergies, keeping an allergy … Continue reading “Surviving Seasonal Allergies”

Posted in Medical Conditions, Pediatric Articles, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged allergies, summer

What to Do For Insect Stings or Bites June 22, 2010

Article at a Glance • Most insect stings or bites are mild and are easily treated at home. • If your child has a severe reaction to a bite or sting, call 911 right away. Usually insect bites or stings are mild and symptoms only last a few days. But if your child is allergic, … Continue reading “What to Do For Insect Stings or Bites”

Posted in Pediatric Articles, Spring/Summer Tips | Tagged allergies, bug bites, camping, outdoors, summer, summer break

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