Traveling with Asthma & Allergies: What You Need to Know Getting ready for your next vacation is usually loaded with anticipation, but for people with asthma or allergies, it also comes with some concerns. New places and environments can introduce unfamiliar triggers, and while on vacation, you want to focus on fun, not sneezing or…
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Are Bradford Pear Trees a Spring Allergy Trigger in Oklahoma? Every spring across Oklahoma, Bradford pear trees burst into bloom with bright white flowers—and an unmistakable smell. Around the same time, many people begin experiencing sneezing, congestion, headaches, and itchy throats. It’s easy to connect the two. But despite their reputation, Bradford pear trees are rarely…
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Allergy Shots Explained: Immunotherapy for Long-Term Allergy Relief The end of winter is often associated with increasingly warmer weather and longer days. However, for many Oklahomans, this time of year also brings the familiar dread of seasonal allergy symptoms such as itchy eyes, sneezing, and nasal congestion. Over-the-counter medications can provide temporary relief, but they…
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Survival Tactics for Cedar Fever Season Cedar season is back, bringing congestion, fatigue, and other pesky symptoms that can make daily life harder to enjoy. Cedar fever is an allergic reaction to pollen from mountain cedar trees. Unlike most allergies that happen in spring, cedar fever occurs in the winter months. Luckily, you don’t have to…
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Your 2026 Asthma & Allergy Health Checklist With the holidays upon us and a new year fast approaching, life can feel especially busy. For those with allergies or asthma, it’s easy for everyday health management to slip to the bottom of the list. One of the greatest gifts you can give yourself though is to…
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OAAC’s Holiday Gift Guide for People with Allergies The holiday season is filled with fun, family, and friends. It’s the time for thankfulness and cheer, and of course, gift-giving. Choosing the perfect holiday gift for your loved ones isn’t always easy. But when you’re shopping for someone with asthma or allergies, it can be even…
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