Why Do I Get a Rash When I Cut the Grass?
Grass rash is the red, itchy and sometimes bumpy skin rash you develop after cutting or spending time on grass. Let’s take a look at two possible causes of grass rash and what you can do to prevent it. Grass Rash Causes Two common causes for grass rash include: Grass rash doesn’t mean that you…
Is Immunotherapy a Good Choice for Seasonal Allergies?
We’re well into allergy season, and that means your car is probably covered in pollen and your nose isn’t too happy about it. One way to stop seasonal allergies from bringing an onslaught of sneezing, coughing, red eyes and hives is to start a long-term treatment called immunotherapy. How Does Immunotherapy Work? Immunotherapy builds your…
Your Guide to Allergy-Friendly Skincare and Beauty Products
Washing your face, putting on lotion, taking a bubble bath or applying a blush or foundation are all fun ways to practice a little self-care. Unfortunately, if you’re part of the 10% of people who experience side effects, hypersensitivity or allergy-related irritation to cosmetics,[1] these little self-care rituals can quickly turn unpleasant. If you have…
Why Should I Take a Penicillin Allergy Test?
There are a lot of things in the world that you can be allergic to, from certain medications and foods to environmental allergens like pollen and pet dander. In some cases, you’ll accurately guess that you have an allergy because you had a reaction after encountering a specific substance, like breaking out in hives after…
How To Spring Clean Allergens From Your Home
We spend a lot of time inside during the cold winter months. While it’s cozy to curl up on the couch with a good book, all that indoor time can expose you to a built-up amount of dust, pet dander and even mold. If you’re part of the more than 106 million people in the…
How to Choose Allergy-Friendly Halloween Costumes
Halloween is the perfect time to unleash your creativity. Whether you’re grabbing DIY supplies from The Craft Cottage or picking up a ready-made costume from your favorite shop, comfort and safety should always be top of mind. For many, this means considering allergies. From fabric to face paint, certain costume materials can trigger reactions that…
Leaf Raking and Mold Allergies: Tips for Outdoor Chores This Fall
Fall brings cooler temperatures, days in the Daniel’s Farm pumpkin patch and lots of falling leaves. Unfortunately, those falling leaves need to be cleared eventually. For the 3-10% of people with mold allergies, that chore can be a little daunting. How Can Raking Trigger Mold Allergies? Damp leaves are the perfect host for mold growth….
Tips for Keeping Dust Mites Out of Your Bedroom
Dust mites are microscopic organisms that thrive in household dust. Though invisible to the naked eye, they can trigger allergies in many people. These reactions result from a sensitivity to proteins that dust mites naturally produce throughout their life cycle. Are Dust Mites in Every Home? Dust mites appear in nearly all homes, with approximately…
How Does Climate Change Affect Allergy Season?
Climate change, the long-term shift of weather patterns, is an often-discussed topic, but few people realize it affects the length and severity of allergy seasons. How Does Climate Change Affect Allergy Season? The 2025 Allergy Capitals Report, released by The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), identified two main ways that climate change affects…
Fall Allergies and How To Manage Them
Most people associate allergies with the spring and summer, focusing mostly on tree and grass pollen. But fall comes with its own set of allergies. Some of the most common plants responsible for fall allergies include ragweed, cocklebur, pigweed, tumbleweed, nettle and sagebrush. Allergen counts vary by region, but St. Peter’s can always count on…