Allergies on Vacation

Allergies on Vacation

If you’re heading out of town, and you or your child has allergies or asthma, proper planning can help you keep sneezes, sniffles, wheezing and attacks under control. More
A Workable Guide to Managing Allergies
Understanding Allergies
Understanding Allergies
An allergy is a reaction in the body to a normally harmless substance. Usually the immune system functions as the body's defense against invading bacteria and viruses. In most allergic reactions, the immune system is responding to a false alarm.
Treating Allergies
Treating Allergies
Once you know what's causing your symptoms, the strategies described in this section can help you avoid the most common indoor allergies.
Living With Allergies
Living With Allergies
Most households harbor many allergens that cause sneezing, coughing, itching and wheezing in people sensitive to them.
Children and Allergies
Children and Allergies
Problem-solving techniques can help you manage if your child has allergies, asthma, or some other serious health or behavior problem.
Food Allergies
Food Allergies
The most common foods that cause an allergic reaction in adults are milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, fruits, and soy and wheat products.
Seniors and Allergies
Seniors and Allergies
Many people with asthma also have allergies. Although long-time allergies might taper off with the years, the coast isn't clear. You can still develop new allergies.
Travel and Allergies
Travel and Allergies
If you’re heading out of town, and you or your child has allergies or asthma, proper planning can help you keep sneezes, sniffles, wheezing and attacks under control.
Getting Started
Is It an Allergy or a Cold?

This information from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) can help you determine if you're suffering from allergies or a cold.