allergies

The itchy rash of eczema, also sometimes called atopic dermatitis, can be painful and unsightly.

People With Eczema Are Itching For Better Health Care

2:50pm March 04, 2015

by Poncie Rutsch

Just a rash? Not if you have eczema. People with eczema often have a hard time finding appropriate health care and are apt to miss work dealing with the chronic skin problem, a study finds.

Kids, Allergies And A Possible Downside To Squeaky Clean Dishes

6:45pm February 24, 2015

by Rob Stein

Swedish kids growing up in families that wash their dishes by hand are less likely to develop certain allergies than those in families with dishwashers, a study suggests. But there may be more to it.

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Acupuncture May Help With Nasal Allergies, Doctors Say

4:48pm February 03, 2015

by Nancy Shute

Over-the-counter remedies can help a lot if your stuffy, drippy nose is caused by allergies, new guidelines say. Acupuncture might help, too, but there's no evidence that herbal remedies do a thing.

People with severe allergies often carry an epinephrine pen to stop life-threatening reactions.

Health & Safety

Allergists Urge Use Of Epinephrine For Allergy Emergencies

4:50pm January 13, 2015

by Alison Bruzek

Mom may be more up to speed on the right treatment for life-threatening allergic reactions than doctors, a study finds. Epinephrine should be the first and fastest choice for treatment.