Back-To-School Asthma and Anaphylaxis Basics
Bozeman, Montana. School children with asthma and food or venom allergy face uncertainty and challenges not experienced by most classmates. The average classroom, lunch room, playground, class party and athletic field is filled with allergens capable of provoking asthma or allergy symptoms that students with …
Asthma in Montana: The facts
If you were wondering if asthma is an important health issue in Montana, the answer is YES! The Burden of Asthma for Montana was published this year (2013) and released by the State. Here are the stats: 9.1 % of adults and 6.9% of children …
Introduction to Yellow Jacket stings
Yellow jackets are: #1 cause of severe allergic sting reactions in North America and Europe Aggressive and will sting for no apparent reason (only females sting) Scientifically named Vespula, in the family Vespidae (like hornets and wasps) and order Hymenoptera Are in greater numbers where …
Meat Anaphylaxis
There is a new trigger for anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction) or, more likely it was a cause of anaphylaxis called “idiopathic anaphylaxis” because it was not recognized. It’s called: “alpha-gal” food allergy. How it happens: A tick bite by the Lone Star Tick or after …
Dreams, sleep and your health
Do you dream? The answer to that question may change your life. It is not uncommon to snore and it may be harmless for most people, but when is sleep disturbance a real issue? Do you dream? If you don’t, then you have a …
Back to School with Asthma and Allergies: Is perfect attendance possible?
Bozeman, Montana, August 13, 2013 - Perfect attendance is a real challenge for schoolchildren with asthma and allergies. Even so, many doctors, school nurses and parents believe it’s well within reach for the millions of children heading back to school with these conditions. “Perfect attendance is all …
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Make school a “safe zone” for children with asthma and allergies
In the August issue of Montana Parent magazine, I review the importance of communication between parents of a child with food allergy and/or asthma with school personnel to make the transition easier for all involved. Returning to school should be a time of anticipation and …
Take the Bite out of Insect Stings
Patient education network offers prevention tips Bozeman, Montana. August 5, 2013— Lazy, hazy days of summer may bring relaxation and recreation for many - but for insects in our midst, it’s time to pick up the pace, build nests and reproduce. And woe to those who …
Acetaminophen May Cause Rare but Serious Skin Reaction
The FDA is alerting doctors and consumers that acetaminophen can cause serious skin reactions. Acetaminophen is a fever and pain reliever widely used in the US and commonly known as Tylenol™. Acetaminophen is also used in combination medicines to treat pain, colds, cough, allergy, headaches, …
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Are allergies just a problem with the nose?
If you answered “Yes,” then you probably don’t have allergies. Allergic rhinitis has been designated the “Rodney Dangerfield” of medical diagnoses…it gets NO RESPECT! Many people (including health insurance companies) feel it is just a nuisance that can be treated with tissues and OTC …