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 …
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 …
Latex Allergy: Down but not Out!
Although new cases of latex allergy are becoming less common, there are many patients who continue to deal with latex allergy day to day, everyday! Use of natural rubber latex is ubiquitous (fancy word for “it’s everywhere”). What’s the difference between a rubber car tire …
USAnaphylaxis™ Map: The STATEment on Life-Threatening Allergies at School
Today, Allergy & Asthma Network Mothers of Asthmatics (AANMA) and Anaphylaxis Community Experts across the country launch theUSAnaphylaxis™ Map (http://www.aanma.org/advocacy/usanaphylaxis/), an interactive web tool tracking the progress of state laws regarding emergency anaphylaxis preparedness plans in schools. The tool also links users with AANMA’s Anaphylaxis …
Grass Tsunami
It’s that time of year again! June and July is peak grass pollen season. When you see the grass grow tall and get those little tufts on top, beware….pollen will be blowing for miles—like a tsunami! Grass: There are over 1200 species of grasses native …
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Is there a cure for allergies?
I’m asked this question frequently. Allergists tend to avoid the word “cure.” Allergies can be “controlled” and to a certain extent “prevented,” but there currently is no treatment that can be considered a true cure. Once a person has an allergy, the most important treatment …
Summertime is Outdoor Time: play it safe with asthma and allergies!
Summer is a great time of year to live (and play) in the Big Sky state. In this double issue (June/July 2013) of Montana Parent magazine, there are many excellent articles on Local Summer Fun activities in Bozeman, Helena, Livingston, West Yellowstone & Big Sky, …
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Don’t let allergies derail your summer traveling!
Summer is here and that means vacations are right around the corner! Dealing with allergies at home can be challenging enough, but what about traveling with allergies? Here are a few tips to help you feel comfortable and confident when traveling with allergies: Food Allergies: …