Feature Writer: 
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.
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. more...
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. more...
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. more...
H1N1 Vaccine May Cause Egg Allergy Reaction
There is much controversy over the H1N1 Type A influenza vaccine and according to Health Canada, it should be avoided by those with severe egg allergies. more...
How Mothers Can Build Baby's Immune System
Mothers help develop a baby's immune system before birth and after in specific ways. Breastfeeding and even kissing your baby strengthens immunity to decrease allergies. more...
The Increase of Allergy Illnesses
Allergies and asthma have risen drastically in the last century in both the industrialized and developing world, changing the practice of medicine. more...
How to Prevent Ear Infections in Children
Ear infections are common in children and can cause serious discomfort and damage to the ear drums. Understand the risks and symptoms to prevent and treat earaches. more...
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