Allergy Partners Blog

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Trick or Treating with Food Allergies

October 23, 2023

Halloween Is Supposed to Be Fun and Just a Bit Scary. But for Children With Food Allergies and Their Families It Can Be Just Plain Scary.Food allergy affects an estimated 32 million Americans, including 5.6 million children under the age of 18. That’s …

Fall Season Illnesses

October 4, 2023

Join Dr. McWilliams as We Discuss This Fall Season in a Very Different Time! Learn Some Basics of Differentiating Between Allergies, Common Cold, Flu, and COVID-19, as Well as Some Other Prevention Tips!

Is It Cold, Allergies, or Sinusitis?

October 1, 2023

If you have ever wondered whether your symptoms of runny nose, sneezing, and congestion are due to the “common cold,” environmental allergies or even sinusitis, you are not alone. Because these three conditions have overlapping features and may occur e …

The Importance of Seeing an Allergist

September 15, 2023

The Differences Between Allergists & Primary Care Physicians If you’re looking to better understand allergies or asthma, an allergist may be the answer. An allergist is a medical professional who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing al …

Interviews are a Two-Way Street

September 3, 2023

As an interviewee, you may feel like the focus of conversations, but the recruiting process is just as much about getting to know your future business partners.Researching, interviewing for, and selecting a new position can be a daunting process, espec …

Ragweed Allergy

September 1, 2023

As the summer months start to fade, many allergy suffers begin to dread the coming fall allergy season. Sneezing, stuffy or runny nose, itchy eyes, nose and throat, or worsening of asthma symptoms are common in people with undiagnosed or poorly managed …

Can Locally Grown Honey Relieve Allergy Symptoms?

August 26, 2023

Our Myth Busters ExploreSeasonal allergies can be an absolute nuisance, with the incessant itching and sneezing leaving you feeling miserable and helpless. While there are ways to manage symptoms using over-the-counter drugs, many people today are look …

Mast Cell Disorders

August 20, 2023

This post was updated on January 06, 2020.A mast cell is a type of white blood cell that is part of the immune system, and it contains many granules that are rich in histamine and several other chemicals. Mast cells are best known for their role in all …

Curriculum Vitae: Your Career on Paper

August 20, 2023

A well-constructed CV displays your attention to detail and lays plain your professional accomplishments.Whether it’s your first one out of school, or needs to be refreshed for a new job search, your CV is a potential employer’s first look at your qual …

Penicillin Allergy

August 1, 2023

Allergy to penicillin is very commonly documented in patient charts, but is much less common than perceived by the general population. The reported prevalence of penicillin allergy is about 10%, however, more than 90% of patients are found not to be al …