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Summer Bites & Stings: A Parent’s Guide to Staying Safe Outdoors There’s nothing quite like summer—late-night cookouts, family road trips, nature hikes, and lazy lake days. But as families head outside to enjoy the sunshine, there’s a buzz (literally) in the air. Biting and stinging insects are out in full force, and for kids especially,…

Celebrating 100 Years of Excellence: OAAC’s Centennial Celebration For 100 years, the Oklahoma Asthma and Allergy Clinic has been a trusted leader in allergy and asthma care, helping patients across Oklahoma breathe easier and live healthier lives. Our clinic was founded in 1925 as the Balyeat Hay Fever and Asthma Clinic and now stands as…

Your Daily Allergy Forecast: How to Read the Pollen and Mold Report If you struggle with allergies, you know how unpredictable symptoms can be. Some days, you breathe easily. Others, congestion, sneezing and itchy eyes take over. When pollen and mold levels rise, even a short time outdoors can leave you feeling miserable. The Oklahoma…

Cedar Fever: What You Need to Know “Ahchoo!”  Sniffles and sneezing are common during the wintertime months everywhere, but they are not always symptoms of a cold or other virus. For many Oklahomans, January and February mark the peak of Cedar Fever season and it can bring with it misery for those affected just as…

Navigating the New FDA Food Allergen Labeling Guidelines: Key Changes and Their Impact The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently taken steps to address consumer concerns by updating its allergen labeling guidelines. Released in January 2025, the revised guidance provides significant updates, including the removal of coconut from the list of major allergens…

Inclusive Event Planning: Why Allergy-Safe Practices Matter Living with food allergies can be difficult especially during the holidays when meals and food are offered throughout the season. Thoughtful preparation is essential when planning an event, especially when it comes to accommodating guests with food allergies. Whether you’re organizing a corporate function, family gathering or intimate…