Summer Checklist for Allergies
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports, “About one-quarter (25.7%) of adults had a seasonal allergy.” If you have seasonal allergies during the summer, you’re probably wondering what you can do to prevent symptoms. We provide a summer checklist for allergies below. Deep Clean Your Home It’s a common misconception that you will only…
Tips for Exercising Outdoors with Seasonal Allergies
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America reports, “In 2018, approximately 24 million people in the U.S. were diagnosed with seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever). This equals around 8% (19.2 million) of adults and 7% (5.2 million) of children.” For those who are part of this population, it can be challenging to spend time outdoors…
Spring Allergies
Spring is in the air, and so are billions of tiny pollens that trigger allergy symptoms in millions of people. This condition is called seasonal allergic rhinitis, commonly referred to as hay fever. Hay fever can affect your quality of life. It can lead to sinus infections, can disrupt your sleep and affect your ability…
Allergy-Friendly Gardening
For many people with seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever), getting hands dirty in the garden has consequences. Sneezing, itchy eyes, congestion and other reactions can turn yard work into misery. With a few simple precautions, allergies don’t have to stand between you and your garden. The best times of day to be outdoors are when…
Patient Portal
Did you know that Midwest ENT Centre now offers a Patient Portal? The patient portal is a new and convenient way of communication between our health care providers and their patients. This is a secure online application which provides efficient communication and access to valuable health care information. What can I do on this portal?…
Overview on Allergies to Mold
Mold Allergy Overview Molds are tiny fungi whose spores float through the air. They like dark, damp, warm environments and need four things to grow: food, air, warm environment and water. Molds can be found outdoors, in homes and in other buildings. Everyone breathes in mold spores in the air, but some people have an allergic…