Even though we’ve had a short reprieve from the summer heat, hot temperatures are on the way back. If you have allergies, scorching summer heat intensifies the release of allergens. Pollen, mold spores and dust mites have been wreaking havoc on those who battling allergies and asthma. If you are following the Oklahoma Allergy &…
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Back to School with Asthma and Allergies
Where did the summer go? It’s almost back to school time for thousands of Oklahoma children. Is your family ready? Are your children starting a new school? Was your child recently diagnosed with an allergy, a food allergy and/or asthma? OAAC will help you be prepared for back to school! First, if you need birth…
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How to Spot and Prevent Common Bug Bites and Stings
How to Spot and Prevent Common Bug Bites and Stings Oklahoma is full of opportunities for outdoor fun. Bites and stings from mosquitoes, wasps, spiders, ticks and other tiny creatures can quickly ruin a good time. In this blog, we’ll discuss a few of Oklahoma’s most common pests, share tips on avoiding them and offer…
Read MoreFood Allergies and Theme Parks
By Eve Chen, USA TODAY There’s a lot more to theme park food than funnel cakes and turkey legs. Many parks pride themselves on their array of dining options for guests, but not just for flavor. More than 6% of Americans have a food allergy, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National…
Read MoreAllergy-Friendly Dishes for Cookouts and Barbecues
Light up the grills and set the table. It’s cookout season! As you plan small cookouts, barbecues, and other outdoor events, try out these options from Safe Eats® Allergy-Friendly Recipe Collection.Allergy friendly cookouts
Read MoreTherapy Aims to Turn IgE Allergy Antibodies into Reaction Blockers
A biotech company has developed a technique that transforms the antibodies that trigger allergic reactions into reaction blockers. Their first clinical trial on adults and teens with peanut allergy is set to begin in late 2024. The innovative method developed by California startup IgGenix relies first on identifying the B cells in the blood that…
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