What allergy sufferers in the Philadelphia region need to know about the 2026 ragweed season If you suffer from seasonal allergies, you may be wondering what this year's ragweed season has in store. The 2026 ragweed season could be one…
For many families across Philadelphia, Bucks County, and Montgomery County, Halloween is filled with excitement, costumes, and treats. But for parents of children with food allergies, the holiday can also bring stress and worry. Between candy swaps at school, community…
Are your allergy symptoms flaring up in late summer and early fall? If so, ragweed pollen may be the culprit. For people in Philadelphia and the surrounding region, ragweed allergy season can be one of the most challenging times of…
Spring in Philadelphia brings a surge of tree pollen, leading to common allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, and itchy eyes. Understanding the local pollen season and implementing effective management strategies can help alleviate discomfort during this time. Tree…
Can someone actually be allergic to Christmas? Individuals who always seem to be "coming down with something" around the holidays may just be reacting to living with a live tree that triggers an immune response. Symptoms often mimic a cold…
Halloween can be a tricky time for parents who wonder about what treats to give and get that are safe for kids who have food allergies. The Spooky Situation: Approximately 8% (and growing) of children in the U.S. suffer from…
Eczema is a frustrating and at times debilitating condition, with a severe itch that can prevent sleep and ability to perform daily tasks, and when not well controlled it can lead to infection and chronic changes to the skin. Although…
Here’s what you need to know NEWS: On August 9, 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved neffy® (epinephrine nasal spray) for the emergency treatment of allergic reactions (Type I), including those that are life threatening (anaphylaxis), in adult…
As the Delaware Valley braces for the next round of soaring temperatures, individuals with asthma face heightened risks and challenges. According to the CDC, hot weather can increase levels of air pollutants, including ozone, fine particulate matter and sulfur dioxide,…
Valentine’s Day may be known for lovers…but for allergy sufferers, it marks the day they should get ready to combat spring allergies. 2023 was the warmest year on record*, and winter has been deemed the fastest warming of the four…