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How to survive the 2024 pollen season
Spring has sprung and for many that means itching, sneezing and coughing! News4’s Eun Yang spoke to Dr. Troy Baker with Kaiser Permanente about managing your seasonal allergies.
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FDA expands use of asthma drug Xolair to treat severe food allergies
A medication used to treat asthma can now be used to help people with food allergies avoid severe reactions.
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Children with food allergies may get relief with new treatment
An injectable drug already approved for asthma and chronic hives protects against bad reactions to peanuts, eggs, milk, and other foods, early analysis shows.
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Changing Climate: Warmer falls mean longer allergy seasons
Storm Team4’s Amelia Draper explains how our changing climate is causing a more intense and longer pollen season.
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FDA rejects first needle-free alternative to EpiPens, calling for additional research
The move came as a surprise: In May, an FDA advisory committee voted to recommend approval of the drug for children and adults.
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Patrick and Brittany Mahomes' 8-month-old son Bronze rushed to hospital after allergic reaction
Brittany Mahomes shared that her and Patrick Mahomes’ 8-month-old son Bronze recently had a scary trip to the emergency room, which occurred not long after learning he has a severe peanut allergy.
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Some tick bites can make you allergic to red meat
Alpha-gal syndrome, or AGS, is a serious allergic condition that can be caused by a tick bite. Here’s what you need to know.
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Eczema to hay fever: The ‘allergic march' shows how allergies can progress in kids
A large study confirms that the development of allergies in young children can follow a predictable path, giving doctors and parents a clue about what’s to come.
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Dylan Dreyer Reveals Son Calvin, 6, Has Celiac Disease: ‘He Was Just in Constant Pain'
“I want him to still be able to enjoy food and not just settle for something,” she says. “There’s a lot of recipes that just don’t have gluten.”
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A Skin Patch to Treat Peanut Allergies? Study in Toddlers Shows Promise
A new study finds an experimental skin patch shows promise to treat toddlers who are highly allergic to peanuts.
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Allergies in the Sky: Airlines Are Pressed to Treat Severe Reactions
The Federal Aviation Administration is considering updates to emergency kits that would require airlines to carry on board EpiPens, pediatric doses of antihistamines and medicine to reverse opioid overdoses.
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How DC's Pollen Count is Impacting Allergy Season
Storm Team4’s Amelia Draper explains why your allergies may be worse this year.
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Adults Are Getting Allergies for the First Time. Thanks, Climate Change.
A ‘pollen storm’ and longer allergy seasons are sending a growing number of adults in search of relief.
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No, Honey Doesn't Cure Pollen Allergies: How to Treat Allergy Symptoms Naturally at Home
Eating honey may not help with seasonal allergies, but these home remedies, habits and over-the-counter drugs can relieve symptoms during pollen season.
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‘Allergy Capitals' 2023: These Are the 10 Worst U.S. Cities for Anyone With Pollen Allergies
Residents of certain cities may be sneezing and coughing more than others this allergy season.
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The No. 1 Thing to Know Before Using a Neti Pot — and More Safety Tips, From an Allergist
Allergy season is here, and you may be turning to nasal saline irrigation for relief. Here are quick tips for doing so safely, from a doctor.
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Pollen Coating Your Car? More Expected in Coming Weeks
Storm Team4’s Amelia Draper explaisn when we can expect a peak in tree pollen in the D.C. region and how our changing climate is making things worse for allergy sufferers.
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Allergies vs. Colds: A Doctor Shares Common Symptoms
Here’s how to tell the difference between allergy and virus symptoms.
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Allergies Or a Virus? Decoding Common Symptoms
For many of us, it’s hard to tell the difference between seasonal allergies, the common cold and the flu. News4’s Eun Yang looks at the similarities and key differences.
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4 Tips to Manage Allergy Symptoms
News4’s Eun Yang spoke with a doctor about what you can do to get some relief during this early allergy season.