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Allergies Feature Writer: Noreen Kassem

Self-care and education are important aspects of allergy management. Whether the reader has fall allergies, spring allergies, food allergies, indoor allergies or medicinal allergies, becoming informed is the key to management.

Each individual's allergy will have a unique set of triggers, symptoms, and degree of severity, making education and good medical supervision essential.

In the Allergies Topic, the reader will find a range of articles covering all aspects of allergic reactions, which will help him/her to become better informed about managing his/her situation. These articles are for information purposes only, and are not intended to replace medical diagnosis and advice.

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Feature Writer Articles in Allergies

How To Improve the Immune System
The human body is designed to resist an infinite number of attacks from the environment; however, the immune system may not always be operating at its top capacity.
How Swine Flu and HPV Vaccines Are Made
Vaccines have been promoted to be critical in preventing flu epidemics & potentially fatal cervical cancer. Their safety depends on the type of methods used to make them.
Reported H1N1 Vaccine Deaths Due to Anaphylaxis
In individuals with rare, severe allergies, a second exposure can trigger a life-threatening anaphylactic reaction which requires immediate emergency treatment.
Drugs That Alter Immune System Response
Medications that modify or limit the body's own immune system response are beneficial in treating autoimmune and allergy diseases as well as transplant patients.
How Tamiflu Treats the H1N1 Flu Virus
Antiviral drugs are important in treating influenza symptoms; however, they cannot cure or prevent swine flu. There are several types of antiviral medications.


Contributing Articles in Allergies

Dairy and Soy Allergies
While it may seem hard to avoid dairy and soy at first, it's possibe to find delicious alternatives to common toddler favorites, with just a few recipe modifications.
Food Allergies – What They Are
Food allergies are caused by certain proteins in foods against which the body's immune system gives an inappropriate response. Symptoms can be mild or severe.
Skin Allergies – What They Are
Skin allergies may manifest as eczema, hives, urticaria, swelling or dermatitis. These cause rash and itching and have high nuisance value.
Diagnosing and Treating Sinusitis
Over 37 million Americans suffer some form of sinusitis each year. It's painful and difficult to manage, but there are easy ways to relieve symptoms.
Christmas Gifts for the Food Allergic
Here are a few creative gifts with with a personal touch for that person on your your holiday gift list with food allergies.