How to Avoid Cat Allergies May 25, 2008
This will help their allergies by removing cat dander from their homes ... The only true way to avoid cat dander which triggers allergies is to stay in a plastic bubble ... Cat dander is everywhere you go. (Suite101.com)
Ask Dog Lady: Cataracts wont hinder dog from what it loves May 22, 2008
Through sneeze and sniff, they must deal with the dander and stray hair. And, somehow, they brush it all off with love. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Selecting The Right Classroom Pet May 17, 2008
Even birds can be a source of dander or dust that can irritate allergies. Another health concern to consider when choosing a classroom pet is the possibility that some reptiles may be infected with salmonella and potentially spread it through their feces to the students. (Suite101.com)
Asthma can be controlled for life without limits May 13, 2008
Common triggers to avoid include: allergens (pollen, pet dander, mold, feathers, dust mites, foods), household irritants (dust, perfume, cleaning products), medications (some over-the-counter pain relievers), weather (wind, cold air), air pollution (tobacco smoke, traffic fumes, high ozone levels, forest fires). Having asthma used to mean living a life filled with should nots. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Do pet parents deserve rights of human parents? May 13, 2008
Many hotels don t allow pets because there is a sizeable portion of the population for whom pet dander, etc. cause an allergic reaction. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Pet hair, poop and other cleaning challenges May 10, 2008
I use an Oreck XL. If you're using a canister vacuum, you have to take it out and then shake it into the trash, which puts all of that dust and that dander and that cat hair and everything else back up into the air. Another good vacuum that is newer to the market is the Halo [UXV Ultraviolet Vacuum Cleaner. (CNN -- US)
Free Asthma Screenings Offered in May May 3, 2008
Asthma attacks, which claim nearly 4,000 lives a year, are often triggered by allergens -- these include pollen, dust, animal dander, certain drugs and food additives -- lung infections, or even physical exertion. While the disease's exact cause remains unknown, many treatments are available to keep it in check. (MEDLINEplus)
Why puppy love can give your children a May 2, 2008
In the European Respiratory Journal, Professor Heinrich and colleagues say that the blood of children raised in households with dogs contained fewer markers for allergy, such as antibodies to pollen, house dust mites, cat and dog dander, and mould spores. But actual experience was rather less encouraging. (Times Online)
More Americans are Sleeping Thanks to Science Apr 22, 2008
Medical experts advise that reducing exposure to allergens and irritants, such as dust mites, pet dander, and formaldehyde should be a critical part of patient's asthma and allergy management plan. So, for the past 3 years, the asthma gy friendly(TM) Certification Program, administered by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) in partnership with the international research organization, Allergy Standards Limited (ASL), has been introducing scientific standards for bedding and other... (PR Newswire)
Can Food Allergies Be Overcome With Scheduled Small Doses Of Allergens? Apr 22, 2008
Allergists treating hay fever and other allergies have long used immunotherapy, also known as allergy shots, to reduce their patients sensitivity to pollen, cat and dog dander, and dust mites. However, it is not considered safe to give allergy shots to food-allergic patients because the shots can cause severe allergic reactions. (Science Daily)
Allergy season hits hard Apr 22, 2008
"Pollen or dust or dander is not the underlying causes of allergies," Nathwani said. "They are the triggers for allergies in susceptible people.". (Durango Herald)
... when an only dog is already there! Apr 22, 2008
The needs of our new family were different, and we could no longer allow dogs to roam through the house leaving their dirt, hair, dander ites behind them. Of course we continued to meet their needs and even some of their desires, but never again on the same plateau of pampering as before. (The Palm Beach Post)
Spring into sneezing season Apr 15, 2008
Millions of people suffer from allergies caused by every day exposure to agents such as pollen, dust mites, and cat dander ... While hundreds of different allergy triggers exist, the most common causes include pollens, molds, dust mites, animal dander, and industrial chemicals ... However, if your symptoms seem to come and go year-round, then it's likely that you might be reacting to mold, mites, or animal dander, all of which are more common allergy triggers than people often realize. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
And the winner is ... Apr 3, 2008
I think that s what has gotten Tyler s fans dander up more than anything -having him likened to a despised Dookie. UNC and Memphis in the final, UNC winning by the slimmest of margins, that margin almost certainly provided by Mr. Hansbrough. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Blight bites the dust Apr 3, 2008
Officer Amy Bub-lak and Cpl. David Rhea peek in the building, spotting a haggard couple sitting in a room reeking of animal dander and human waste. The woman is seven months pregnant. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Readers respond Apr 1, 2008
Should I ask my friends and family to get rid of their cats and dogs so that I don't sneeze, wheeze, and cough when I visit their homes, or when they visit mine and bring their pet's dander and fur on their clothes. I have taken responsibility for my allergies (gasp. (MSNBC -- Health)
53 easy ways to change your look Mar 26, 2008
(Regular laundry detergent doesn't remove dust mites, cat dander, and other potentially sensitizing residue. . (CNN)
Thirty Genoa-Kingston students vie for Main Street Scholarships Mar 25, 2008
Michael Dander, Genoa, University of Illinois, civil engineering. Lindsay Decker, Genoa, Aurora University, elementary education. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Nothing to sneeze at Mar 22, 2008
Do the same with linens and comforters between uses, and keep pets out of the bedroom so their irritating dander doesn't add to your son's problem. Sometimes wall-to-wall carpeting can be a problem for people with allergies; if at all possible, go with hardwood floors and use small area rugs, both of which are easier to keep clean. (NJ.com -- Times)
New Survey Suggests Cultural Ambivalence to Allergies Leaves Many Suffering Needlessly Mar 20, 2008
Perennial allergic rhinitis can occur throughout the year and is caused by frequent exposure to allergens such as animal dander, indoor mold spores or house dust mites (6). Allergic rhinitis results when the immune system comes in contact with an allergen, such as dust mites, animal dander or pollen, and mistakenly identifies it as an intruder (7). (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Clean up to combat indoor allergens Mar 18, 2008
A protein found in the saliva, dander (dead skin flakes) or urine of an animal with fur, can cause allergic reactions, according to AAAI.. Visit a doctor. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Seasonal allergies could spark depression, fatigue Mar 17, 2008
She says she's "definitely less social" when affected by pet dander and other allergens. Conversation guidelines: USA TODAY welcomes your thoughts, stories and information related to this article. (USA Today)
New Trial Presented at AAAAI Reports that the Growth of Children 2-5 Years Old with Year-Round Allergic Rhinitis Continued According to Normal Age-Adjusted Distribution Over a 6-Month Treatment with Nasacort AQ Mar 16, 2008
This medical condition is caused by an allergic reaction to allergens such as house dust, animal dander, or pollen. On any given day, 10,000 American children miss school because of allergic rhinitis, for a total of 2 million lost school days. (PR Newswire)
Ama Sumani: The Real Lessons That Were Ignored Mar 7, 2008
What really got my dander on Amas issue was the attitude of our media and other well meaning but shortsighted folks. When such difficult issues arise, the tendency is to veneer over it and let our authorities off the hook. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Sick building?| Feb 26, 2008
Biological contaminants such as bacteria, mould, pollen, animal dander and dust mite result in physical symptoms which include coughs, asthma, fever, muscle aches and allergic reactions ... The average bed is home to approximately 10000 microscopic dust mites which feast on dead skin cells and animal dander. (iAfrica.com)
Benaroya Research Institute gets $5.3M grant to study allergies Feb 21, 2008
The study will identify and study cells from people who are allergic to cat dander, tree and grass pollen, peanuts, molds and other things. "This will potentially allow researchers to tease apart fine details of the allergic immune response and this could lead to other treatment approaches that have not yet even been conceived," Robinson said in a statement. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Dr. David Morris: An allergist ahead of his time Feb 20, 2008
A: Sublingual immunotherapy works well for dust mite, pollen, molds and animal dander. The biggest advantage of sublingual immunotherapy is a superior safety profile when compared with allergy shots, which allows us to treat a broader set of patients including children and others with chronic conditions such as asthma, eczema or people with such strong allergies that they are not candidates for allergy shots. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
A proactive way to combat asthma Feb 20, 2008
Researchers in Seattle have demonstrated that targeted education and outreach to parents of asthmatic children resulted in a dramatic reduction in exposure to asthma triggers, such as dust, cockroach droppings and pet dander, simply because the parents learned to vacuum more often. Another powerful way to minimize exposure to asthma triggers would be for the city to pass an ordinance banning smoking in cars while children are present. (Florida Times-Union)
Using High Efficiency Particle Air Filters May Improve Cardiovascular Health Feb 19, 2008
8, 2000) A vacuum cleaner equipped with a high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter can be effective for people who have problems with airborne allergens and irritants such as animal dander, pollen and. (Jun. (Science Daily)
Negative Breastfeeding Language Feb 16, 2008
Suddenly your dander is up. No one wants to be sub-normal. (Suite101.com)
Politics: The Ultimate Game Feb 15, 2008
I'm sorry, I just can't get my dander up on this one ... I'm sorry, I just can't get my dander up on this one. (Townhall.com)
Area ranks 14th in nation in 2008 asthma capitals list Feb 8, 2008
But, he said, people can also help control or prevent asthma by limiting exposure to dust and animal dander and protecting themselves from respiratory diseases. It s a significant disease that needs to be kept monitored and under control, said Clever, noting that 42 percent of area residents who said they had asthma had taken at least one trip to the emergency room because of it. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Shortcuts for fighting the germ battle Feb 7, 2008
Forgetting to vacuum may also be a blessing in disguise: "Vacuums stir up irritating fragments, like animal dander and other allergens." Sublett suggests using a vacuum with a HEPA filter and, if you have kids with allergies, doing it when they won't be around for a few hours. On smooth surfaces, like tile or wood floors, use a damp mop instead. (CNN)
Circassia Raises GBP11 Million ($21.8 Million) in Oversubscribed Second Round Funding Jan 29, 2008
During the last year the company has finalised preparations to complete the phase II clinical testing programme for its lead product against cat dander allergy, and finalised the acquisition of its ToleroTrans organ anti-rejection technology ... Circassia has a number of ongoing development programmes, with the most advanced against cat dander allergy having successfully completed a phase II clinical trial. (Canada Newswire)
Smoking Linked to Lower Allergy Risk in Some Jan 26, 2008
Allergies arise from an immune system overreaction to usually benign substances in the environment, like pollen, cat dander or dust. No one, however, should view smoking as a way to prevent allergies, the researchers stress in their report, published in the Journal of Allergy cal Immunology. (MEDLINEplus)
Asthma Foundation Expands Certification Program to be 'Friendly' to Millions More Jan 24, 2008
AAFA recently adopted a new Washing Machine Certification Standard developed by ASL. Medical experts advise that reducing exposure to allergens from dust mites and pet dander should be a critical part of a patient's allergy and asthma management plan, and washing machines can be a tool in an overall allergen reduction plan at home. Washing machines that have been certified have proven, among other things, that washing temperatures reach at least 131F to kill dust mites, that 95% or more of... (PR Newswire)
ON THE HOUSE: Is your home making you sick? Jan 23, 2008
Potential sources of indoor air pollution include central heating, cooling and dehumidification systems; household cleaning and maintenance products; outdoor sources such as pesticides; biological contaminants such as animal dander, mold and cockroaches; dry-cleaned clothing; tobacco smoke; formaldehyde from fabrics, pressed wood products and insulation; styrene found in adhesives, foam, lubricants, plastics carpets and insulation; and paint-strippers and removers. While this is not particularly... (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
A Few Shots Away: Immunotherapy May Relieve Allergy Symptoms Jan 10, 2008
"Allergens, like pollen, mold or animal dander, are substances that trigger allergy symptoms when an allergic person is exposed to them. Patients who receive immunotherapy are injected with increasing amounts of an allergen until the target therapeutic dose is reached, in an effort to build resistance to specific allergens." Immunotherapy has proven to prevent the development of new allergies, and it may prevent the progression of allergic disease from allergic rhinitis to asthma. Immunotherapy... (PR Newswire)
Perfect bowl system impossible Jan 9, 2008
Is this all it takes to arouse the dander of a college president near to us, Michael Adams of the University of Georgia. Is this new. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
An injured dog is given a second chance through the kindness of strangers Jan 6, 2008
You are not logged in. Current weather conditions. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Hotels go to the dogs at the risk of allergic patrons Jan 1, 2008
"In most cases, parents are not even aware that there has been animal dander exposure because hotels do not generally make it known when they allow animals in any room," wrote Sherrer ... has been asking hotels about their pet policies ever since, and said she has found it surprisingly hard to find dander-free accommodations ... Some 50 million Americans suffer from allergies, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation, and the second most common (after pollen) is to animal dander -- tiny... (Sunspot.net -- Business)
Pesticides May Cause Asthma Among Farm Women Dec 30, 2007
Some typical triggers for allergic asthma include dust mites, pet dander, pollen and mold. Experts already knew that growing up on a farm minimizes the risk of allergic disease, that pesticides have been associated with respiratory symptoms in farmers, and that farmers are at increased risk for respiratory diseases -- including asthma -- due to exposure to grains, animals, dust and other factors. (Health-Finder)
Employing new tactics in a strategy of conservation Dec 24, 2007
Strangely enough, Denslow gets his dander up if anyone labels him an environmentalist, whom he compared to "wackos." He is, he insists, only practical, not an idealist. "We need to cut our consumption. We need to reduce our dependence on oil. I believe in green energy," Denslow said. (Herald Online, SC -- Health)
Parents' Smoking Boosts Child's Allergy Risk Dec 20, 2007
Compared to children of nonsmokers, children exposed to secondhand smoke during early infancy were almost twice as likely to be allergic to inhaled allergens, such as pet dander, and about 50 percent more likely to have food allergies. The study was published in the journal Thorax. (Health-Finder)
Second-Hand Smoke Boosts Children's Allergy Risk Dec 18, 2007
These included parental smoking, pet dander (animal hair and dead skin), and foodstuffs ... Children exposed to second-hand tobacco smoke in early infancy were almost twice as likely to be allergic to inhaled allergens, such as pet dander, as those who had not been so exposed. (Newsmax)
Rural America needs John Edwards Dec 4, 2007
DB wrote on Nov 30, 2007 4:48 PM:" Oh, those crazy Republicans! Nothing that gets their dander up like a rich, successful Democrat, is there. ". Observer wrote on Nov 30, 2007 2:12 PM:" The thing that should have caused John Edwards to lose ALL support was his campaign ad wherin he said he and his wife made a decision "in the quiet of a hospital room". Using his wife's illness as a sympathy ploy to try to garner a few more votes was, in my opinion, proof that there are no depths to which this... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Dust and Animal Allergies Nov 22, 2007
Dozens of prescription and over-the-counter medications are available to help people deal with the effects of allergies to dust and pet dander ... Whether or not energy work is effective in relieving dust allergies, the following natural suggestions may help minimize reactions to dust and dander allergies ... Air circulation systems inside homes and other buildings can accumulate dust and pet dander, spewing allergens into the air. (Suite101.com)
Breathing easier Nov 20, 2007
Marly is kept outside because Cresap and her sons are allergic to t 00004000 he dog's dander. "You know, I tell people, if you take your medications and monitor what and how you do it, you can live a normal life," said Cresap. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Nov. 18: Our readers write Nov 20, 2007
Frustrated wrote on Nov 20, 2007 5:38 AM:" I will give Bruta kudos for living where he wants his kids to go. All other parents who wish their children to go to EIS should do the same. I am satisfied with the status quo too; the problem is that EIS is not. If the merger happens, it happens. If it doesn't, it doesn't. It is the annexation that has me in an uproar. I really never gave EIS's elitist attitude a thought until they decided they were entitled to county land. That got my dander up and... (Elizabethtown News Enterprise, KY)
Getting a Few Things Off My Chest Nov 19, 2007
A third thing that gets my dander up is James Dobson ... A third thing that gets my dander up is James Dobson. (Townhall.com)
FDA Approves the Allergy Treatment Zyrtec(R) for Use Without a Prescription Nov 17, 2007
"The availability of over-the- counter ZYRTEC(R) is good news for the millions of Americans who suffer from indoor and outdoor allergies and are looking for an easier way to obtain an effective allergy treatment. Now allergy sufferers can go to any convenient location where over-the-counter medications are sold to buy ZYRTEC(R), instead of having to visit their allergist or other healthcare provider." ZYRTEC(R) is an antihistamine that helps block the action of histamine to help relieve symptoms... (PR Newswire)
Asthma Compliance Nov 17, 2007
Behaviors such as smoking or neglecting to clean up dust and pet dander from living areas can be irritants to childhood asthma, exacerbating the condition and causing an attack. Second, parents must be responsible ultimately for ensuring that all medications are taken properly and that all doctor appointments are kept. (Suite101.com)
New column: Don't worry, be happy Nov 17, 2007
I have been accused of writing these columns simply as a means of agitating you, of trying to get your collective danders up, or to put your panties in a bunch. Though deeply offended and wounded by such accusations or insinuations, I will, nonetheless, take them to heart. (Longview Daily News, WA)
New Data Shows Veramyst Effectively Treats Symptoms of Perennial Allergic Rhinitis Nov 12, 2007
Perennial allergic rhinitis, or PAR, refers to allergy symptoms that occur year-round in response to triggers such as dust mites, animal dander and mold. Seasonal allergic rhinitis, or SAR, refers to only seasonal symptoms, for example an allergic response to springtime pollen. (PR Newswire)
New Data Presented at ACAAI Informs on the Safety and Efficacy of Nasacort AQ Nasal Spray in a Trial of Children Aged 2-5 Years Old with Year-Round Allergic Rhinitis Nov 11, 2007
Caused by an allergic reaction to allergens such as house dust, animal dander, or pollen, allergic rhinitis is the most common chronic childhood disease, effecting as many as 40% of all children in the U.S. A clinical study suggests that Nasacort AQ may present a safe and effective treatment option in children aged 2-5 years with year-round allergic rhinitis In a multicenter, randomized, double-blind study, Nasacort AQ, given as 1 spray per nostril once daily for 4 weeks, improved combined... (PR Newswire)
Blocking effects of viral infections may prevent asthma in young children Nov 8, 2007
"In those people an allergic-type response could be part of their antiviral immune response. That sets them up to make antibodies against a lot of environmental substances, like pet dander or pollen, and they can go on to develop allergies or asthma.". Reports by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicate that the number of people with asthma in the United States rose from approximately 7 million in 1980 to about 20 million in 2003. (EurekAlert!)
Bill Clinton 'sex addict'... Oct 29, 2007
When she gets her dander up, she ain't gonna roll over. " And he had no doubts about her ambitions. "Hillary is gonna be on the ticket in '04 or '08, one or the other, you can write that down," he said in 2002. Yet he didn't think she would win - "I don't think the country is ready for a lady President," he said - and he didn't live long enough to find out if he was right. The Clintons, through spokesman Howard Wolfson, declined to comment about the book. Thomas M. DeFrank discusses his new book... (The Drudge Report)
Steroid Nasal Spray Deemed Safe for Nasal Allergy Oct 26, 2007
Perennial allergic rhinitis is typically caused by allergens such as dust mites and pet dander. Aside from the year-round duration, this disease is very similar to hayfever, also known as seasonal allergic rhinitis. (MEDLINEplus)
10 Tips To Reduce Germs In The Classroom Oct 17, 2007
"High-efficiency particulate-arresting (HEPA) filters, available at discount drug stores for about $40 to $100, can remove 99.97 percent of the pollen, dust, animal dander, and even bacteria from the air," Schachter says. Suggest one to the teacher if it is not already being used. (CBS News)
Germbusters For Germophobes Oct 6, 2007
With no filters to replace or clean, the compact cleaner pulls air into the internal chamber which is heated to 392 degrees Fahrenheit to silently destroy mold, airborne bacteria, viruses, pet dander, and common household dust mites in a room up to 30' x 18. Despite its high internal heat level, the purifier will not change the room temperature. (CBS News -- Early Show)
EAGLE POINT, Ore. Five Eagle Point alpaca ranches will participate in the first ever National Alpaca Farm Day on Sept. 29 and 30, a recent press release announced. Alpaca breeders from across the United States and Canada will invite the public Sep 29, 2007
Dust mites, cigarette smoke, dander and more common triggers can be found indoors. Therefore, Help Yourself to a Healthy Home alerts homeowners of things they should be conscious of in order to reduce the likelihood of asthma or allergy attacks. (Yreka Siskiyou Daily News, CA)
Allergy-Induced Asthma More Common in Affluent Countries Sep 18, 2007
The "hygiene hypothesis" theorizes that without real challenges -- like those from bacteria and viruses -- the human immune system may begin responding to harmless substances, such as animal dander, causing allergy and asthma symptoms. While this theory is still controversial, some studies have supported the idea, according to the academy. (Health-Finder)
Despite doubts, air cleaners are big business Sep 16, 2007
These are a mix of outdoor pollen, dust mites, mold spores, pet dander, roach allergens, and even tiny dried human skin cells, said Mike Tringale, spokesman for the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit patient education group. "It's an alternative universe floating in the air; stuff that has gone through the meat grinder of air systems," he said. (Boston Globe)
Fight Against Germs May Fuel Allergy Increase Sep 15, 2007
Allergies are a reaction by the body's immune system to foreign, yet generally innocuous, substances, including pollen, mold, animal dander, dust and certain foods that it deems harmful. If your immune system has never or rarely detected even the natural background level of such substances, it can go haywire when contact does occur. (Fox News)
Food Coloring and ADHD Sep 12, 2007
Dust in the home, cat dander, dogs, and even carpeting can be the cause of hyperactive behaviors. Many claim that allergies disappear once carpeting is removed and hardwood floors installed. (Suite101.com)
