From the Allergic Living archives. First published in the magazine in 2007. With songs like “Smellephant the Allergic Elephant,” the… Read more »
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Cat Allergy and Dog Allergy: A Gander at Dander
The doctor’s advice sounds clear enough – if you have pet allergies that make you wheeze and sneeze, stay away.… Read more »
Peanut Allergy: Making It ‘Go Away’
Nine-year-old Isabella Uknis can do something her parents were told was impossible: she can eat half a peanut every day.… Read more »
When Grass Allergy Attacks: From Symptoms to Managing
For those with grass allergy, a lush lawn can be the bane of summer. Grass allergy is one of the… Read more »
OAS – When Raw Fruit is Forbidden
A life with OAS means only cooked or baked fruit. From this popular archived article, our writer describes how she… Read more »
Nickel’s Itchy Allergic Rash
Found in everything from cell phones and computers to jewelry and instruments, nickel is virtually impossible to avoid. Its rampant use has also made it into the most common metal allergen.
Was Peanut Kiss to Blame? Lessons from Tragedy
The suspected “peanut kiss” death of a Quebec teen and another tragedy provide clues to what goes wrong in fatal… Read more »
Multiple Food Allergies Are on the Rise
This examination of the rise of multiple food allergies is from the Allergic Living archives. It was a week so… Read more »
Reader’s Story: I’m the Girl with Multiple Food Allergies
By Erica Dacunha I’m only 11 years old, but already I’ve dealt with a lot. I am allergic to nuts,… Read more »
Food Allergies: When Treats and Food Take Over the Classroom
Curbing the frequency of fatty, sugary snacks in the classroom benefits all kids, not just those with food allergies.