If you are one of the millions of people who suffer from pet allergies, looking for a "hypoallergenic" dog breed like a Labradoodle, Bichon Frise, or Poodle feels like the ultimate loophole. Unfortunately, modern science has some heartbreaking news: there is no such thing as a truly hypoallergenic dog. The Science: Why "Hypoallergenic" is a Myth The biggest misconception about pet allergies is that the trigger is dog hair. Because of this, people assume that non-shedding or

Is Climate Change Making Your Allergies Worse? If your seasonal allergies feel worse than they used to, you’re not imagining it. Climate change is affecting pollen seasons in ways that directly impact people with allergic rhinitis and asthma. What’s Changing? 1. Allergy season is starting earlier. Warmer spring temperatures cause trees to bloom sooner. Many patients now notice symptoms weeks earlier than they did in the past. 2. Allergy season is lasting longer. Fall is arriv

Epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis . It works quickly, is very safe when used properly, and saves lives. Yet it remains underused in the community—often because of uncertainty about when or how to use it. Here ’s what I want my patients and families to clearly understand. 1. When Should Epinephrine Be Used? Epinephrine should be given at the first sign of suspected anaphylaxis —especially if there are: Breathing symptoms (shortness of breath, wheeze, re

Flory S, Hviid- Vyff B, Šošić L, et al. How to hit the allergy target: A critical appraisal of intralymphatic immunotherapy with practical recommendations on ultrasound- guided injections. Allergy. 2024;00:1-13 Intralymphatic Immunotherapy (ILIT) is an emerging, fast-track alternative to traditional allergy shots. Instead of years of weekly injections, ILIT targets the immune system directly at its source: the lymph nodes. The Pros: Speed and Convenience Rapid Timeline : Whi