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Is Allergy Testing Right for You Before Spring Arrives?
We’re about halfway through February, meaning spring is just around the corner. If the memories from last year’s allergy season still haunt you, it might be a good idea to be proactive about allergies this…
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Allergy Flare-Ups in Winter Months and How to Manage Them
It has been an abnormal winter in South Carolina, especially with the recent snowstorm. While allergies are usually more strongly associated with the warmer months, winter has its own allergy hazards, as well. What Causes…
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Preparing Your Home for a Low-Allergen Winter
As temperatures drop and we spend more time indoors, hay fever and pollen allergies tend to fade, while indoor allergies take center stage. Don’t let allergies bring down your cozy winter season; instead, you can…
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How to Host an Allergy-Free Holiday Gathering
We’re halfway through November, and the holiday season is approaching fast! If you’re planning on hosting a holiday get-together in your home, you’ve probably been preoccupied with planning the menu, the schedule and the décor,…
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Are You Blowing Your Nose Correctly?
With cold and flu season upon us, stuffy and runny noses are going to become more common. You may be surprised to learn that there’s a right and a wrong way to blow your nose,…
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What to Know About Sinus Infections During Allergy Season
We’re not out of the weeds yet for allergy season: ragweed begins flowering in August. If your allergies trigger strong sinus issues—such as an itchy, runny nose and lots of sneezing—you may be at risk…
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How Can I Manage Eye Allergies?
Feeling something like there’s an eyelash in your eye that you just can’t see is a frustrating experience. While eyelashes are a common culprit behind eye irritation, there’s another significant cause: allergies. Eye allergies, or…
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What to Know About Adult-Onset Environmental Allergies
Adult-onset allergies are allergies developed to an allergen that the person previously tolerated. They can appear suddenly, even in individuals with no prior history of allergic reactions. Understanding how and why this happens, and how…
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Managing Allergies During Your Child’s Sports Season
Spring and summer mark the beginning of baseball and softball season, resulting in much time spent outdoors. Nearly 100 million Americans experience allergy symptoms each year, and for kids and parents with seasonal allergies, it…
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Recognizing and Treating Viral and Bacterial Sinus Infections
A sinus infection is an inflammation of your sinus tissues, the four pairs of air-filled cavities behind your face. Symptoms like facial pressure, congestion, runny nose and headaches are key indicators of a sinus infection.…
