Barn Personnel Experience Higher-Than-Average Rates of Respiratory Symptoms Nov 22, 2009
Investigation of exposure to the dust, lung function and horse dander allergies in the barn-exposed group will be necessary to determine how best to protect the health of this group, Dr. Mazan says. Pulmonology research is one of four NIH-funded basic science divisions at the Cummings School, which also conducts research on infectious diseases, liver and hepatic illness, and reproduction and neurobiology, in addition to robust clinical, international, and sustainability research. (Science Daily)
Pet myths give you paws (2) Nov 18, 2009
Although no dog is 100% hypoallergenic, she adds, breeds that don t shed are not as likely to cause allergic reactions because they leave less dander around the house. Should cats drink milk. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Indoor Allergies or Perennial Aller... Nov 1, 2009
Regular vacuuming maintaining a regular vacuuming schedule once or twice a week will remove trapped allergens, dust mites and pet dander ... Reduce pet dander regular bathing and grooming can reduce the pet dander hidden in an animal s fur, easing allergy symptoms. (Suite101.com)
Health Tip: What's Behind My Asthma and Allergy Symptoms? Oct 30, 2009
Health Tip: What's Behind My Asthma and Allergy Symptoms. Health Tip: What's Behind My Asthma and Allergy Symptoms. (MEDLINEplus)
Pets Can Help Boost Your Health Oct 14, 2009
People and dogs have lived together for thousands of years, but their dander still irritates some people. What can you do if allergic kids want something cuddly in the house. (Click2Houston, TX)
Cat Dandruff A Common Feline Skin... Oct 12, 2009
Healthy feline skin will generate cat dander, which should not be confused with dandruff. Dander is the result of healthy skin shedding dead skin cells ... Although a nuisance for many because of its trigger as an allergen, dander is invisible to the eye. (Suite101.com)
Fifty Years Ago in Wellesley: Oct. 1 Oct 3, 2009
Does anything about driving in Wellesley get your dander up. asked a front-page article. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Ghana, Our Leaders Are 'Criminals Sep 20, 2009
What got my danders up is this report that appeared late on Ghanaweb on 9/16/09 about our Foreign Minister allegedly flown out of the country to seek medical attention in USA after having a stroke. Though I read on Myjoyonline the following day that, our Foreign Minister did not have a stroke but went to a hospital in Houston, Texas after feeling dizzy on a flight from London to attend a conference in New York as a substitute for our President. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Controlling fall allergies Sep 13, 2009
If your nose begins to run or your eyes itch whenever you are in a home with pets, a skin test will simply reinforce that animal dander is a problem for you. The way we treat allergies is similar regardless of what the allergy is, so skin tests are advantageous only as a diagnostic tool if you have no idea what is causing your symptoms. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
5 nuggets of knowledge about labor Sep 9, 2009
" Photo courtesy www.peteseeger.net Tous les jour, labour: Ahhh the joys of languageHow common is it that many European (English or otherwise) words ending in -our are reduced to -or in American English? According to : Most words ending in an unstressed -our in the United Kingdom (e.g., colour, flavour, honour, neighbour, rumour, labour) end in -or in the United States (e.g., color, flavor, honor, neighbor, rumor, labor). Wherever the vowel is unreduced in pronunciation, this does not occur:... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
ISTA Pharmaceuticals' Bepreve(TM) Receives FDA Approval for the Treatment of Ocular Itching Due to Allergies Sep 9, 2009
Allergic conjunctivitis, the most common allergy affecting the eyes, is caused by exposure to certain allergens such as pollen from trees, grass and plants, animal dander, feathers, dust mites and molds. Ocular itching is the most common symptom of ocular allergy, reported by more than 75% of allergy patients. (PR Newswire)
Survive Allergy Season Sep 5, 2009
But indoor allergies--to dust mites, dust, or pet dander, for instance--can cause problems all year round. If your allergy symptoms have you feeling lousy, this list of six allergy treatments and prevention strategies may help you find some relief. (FOX61, CT)
Health Tip: Avoid Your Child's Asthma Attacks Aug 22, 2009
Frequently, these may include dust, pet dander, smoke, exercise or polluted air. The American Academy of Family Physicians offers these suggestions. (MEDLINEplus)
10 tips to allergy-proof your home for fall Aug 21, 2009
Dust mites and pet dander love carpeting and rugs, so bust out your vac weekly ... Pet dander and saliva spell trouble for 30 percent of allergy sufferers ... Washing or brushing your pet weekly (do it outside) can lower your home's dander level. (CNN)
Death of Andy Kessler from Allergic... Aug 16, 2009
Some common allergic reactions are caused by allergens such as dust, pollen, animal dander, and bee stings. What are Allergic Reactions. (Suite101.com)
Manage Pet Allergies While Keeping ... Aug 13, 2009
Vacuuming often removes pet dander and allergens from the carpet ... These pet allergies medications suppress the body s inflammation and response to dander ... Keep dust and dander to a minimum, and the pet owner can live with the pet even if it causes allergy symptoms. (Suite101.com)
What to do if you're allergic to your pet Aug 13, 2009
Pet allergies start with dander -- tiny dandruff-like flakes of skin and proteins ... "The first thing he said during my consultation was, 'You must get rid of your cat. You are severely allergic to cat dander.'" ... Dander is one of the most stubborn and common allergens. (CNN)
Click to read:Food Stamp Stimulus Felt Coast-to-Coast Aug 3, 2009
00000027th of a cent.And this has your dander up does it. Why not stop being angry at the poor and start being angry at the people that really rape the tax payers, the corporations. (CBS News)
Spay, neuter law is good Jul 25, 2009
The article July 20 regarding responses to Senate Bill 250 has really gotten my dander up. We need more people who think like Beth Caffrey and the SPCA, and far fewer that think like Bill Hemby and PetPac. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Dems push smoking bans in bars, restaurants (1) Jul 11, 2009
Granny is right wrote on Feb 6, 2007 1:06 PM:" From the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Common Indoor Air Pollutants Question: I have to write a report on pollution. Can you give me a list of common indoor air pollutants? Answer: A list of common indoor air pollutants would include the following: Combustion contaminants (carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, environmental tobacco smoke); Biological pollutants (animal dander, molds, dust mites,... (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Health Tip: How's the Air Quality at Home? Jul 8, 2009
But the indoor air could still harbor mildew, mold, bacteria, pet dander and other contaminants that could compromise your health. The National Women's Health Information Center offers this list of symptoms that could be triggered by indoor air pollution. (MEDLINEplus)
Haas: Return to nation's founding principles Jul 5, 2009
And if this is not enough to get your dander up, the "scientific consensus" of manmade global warming that the bill supposedly combats is rapidly dismantling as scientists continue to expose it as a hoax. The Heritage Foundation states the cap-and-trade bill will "reduce aggregate gross domestic product by $9.6 trillion; destroy up to 2.5 million jobs; raise electric rates 90 percent, gasoline prices by percent, and natural gas prices by 55 percent after adjusting for inflation; and raise a... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Obama becoming a dictator Jun 28, 2009
dietz1963 wrote on Jun 27, 2009 9:11 AM:" Yea skooter, I get a kick out of this sometimes. So much energy is put into placing blame or proving who is the best...but that all really doesn't address the problems we face.I am reminded of the movie "Apollo 13" when the 2 astronauts got into a fight about why the explosion happened. The commander said (in not so many words) does no good to point fingers because at the end of the day they would still be right back at the problem at hand. Exactly. This... (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Got a mystery cough? 8 possible culprits Jun 20, 2009
Inhaling pollen, dust, pet dander can trigger allergic rhinitis and coughing ... Even in people without asthma, inhaling pollen, dust, pet dander, and other airborne irritants can trigger allergic rhinitis, an allergic reaction that can cause coughing, along with symptoms such as stuffy nose and sneezing. (CNN -- Health)
Smoking ban threatens to douse the hookahs Jun 1, 2009
"I've never been very political, I have to admit, but this has my dander up.". or 919-932-8741. (News & Observer)
Public housing: Deplorable conditions demand action May 31, 2009
Saturday, May 30, 2009. Posted on: Saturday, May 30, 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Finding relief as spring allergies rage on May 22, 2009
There are many people with spring allergies who seem to react to just about everything else too--weeds such as goldenrod that pollinate in late summer and fall, and pet dander and mold all year round. "They basically don't get much respite," Dr. Canfield says. (CNN -- Health)
How to Groom an Angora Rabbit May 8, 2009
Grooming an angora rabbit regularly will also help keep dander to a minimum; therefore less allergens around the rabbitry ... While blowing, you ll notice a very fine dander blowing out with it ... Remember, the more the rabbit is groomed, the less the dander it produces. (Suite101.com)
• Lack of asthma symptoms leaves triathlete wondering May 7, 2009
Triggers include mold, pollen, airborne chemicals, dust, animal dander and tobacco. Recognizing and avoiding triggers are the first steps for control. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Research zeroing in on more potential causes of asthma May 6, 2009
According to Mahr, each person reacts differently to the factors that may trigger asthma, including respiratory infections; colds; allergic reactions to allergens such as pollen, mold, animal dander, feathers, dust, food and cockroaches; exposure to cold air or sudden temperature change; and cigarette smoke. But Mahr, a member of the leadership committee for the American Lung Association of Wisconsin, said more research is uncovering new potential causes. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Ah, spring - Ah, ah choo spring May 4, 2009
Your face is on the pillow for eight hours at a time, and if your cat is using the same pillow for her naps, then you're breathing in that dander all night. If pollen is your problem, then avoid planting tons of flowering lilac bushes in your backyard. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Out of breath Apr 20, 2009
"Low-income families tend to have more parents who smoke and have less access to medical care. "There was also a big study a few years ago that looked at cockroach dander. The study showed that the protein in these cockroach droppings can lead to asthma problems," Chinsky said. There is also debate about how many children diagnosed with asthma actually have the illness. Williams keeps four inhalers in her office, but 36 Grover Cleveland students have been diagnosed with asthma. "Maybe some of... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Animal attraction Apr 20, 2009
Earlier studies have linked pet ownership during infancy with a reduced risk of asthma and allergies, because that exposure to pet dander is believed to desensitize the body toward later contact. Now, the California researchers theorize a similar chain of events with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. (Boston Globe)
Pet Allergies Apr 17, 2009
Cleaning cages, litter boxes and pet beds frequently is a necessary step in reducing the amount of dander, feathers and other pet allergens from building up in the home ... Allergens in the pet s dander (skin), saliva, urine or droppings cause the most problems when they enter the environment by attaching to the shed hair or feathers of the pet. (Suite101.com)
Hypoallergenic Dogs Apr 17, 2009
Dog allergies are really allergies to the dander, saliva and urine of dogs. The proteins produced in the sebaceous glands are commonly transported into the environment by the shedding of dander and on the hair ... Smaller breeds have less dander and will obviously be less of a problem. (Suite101.com)
Spring allergies are not to be sniffed at Apr 15, 2009
Unlike pet dander and dust mites, it is difficult to avoid exposure to pollen, because it is present in the air. When indoors, allergy sufferers are advised to keep windows closed to prevent pollen from drifting inside. (Xinhuanet, China)
* [Science] House dust yields clue to asthma: roaches Apr 9, 2009
For inner-city children, said the lead researcher, Daniel Remick, a professor of pathology, the major cause of asthma is not dust mites, not dog dander, not outdoor air pollen. Its allergies to cockroaches. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Ah-choo! 6 strange sources of sneezes Apr 7, 2009
In fact, the list of sneeze-inducing culprits is long: animal dander, mold, dust, and dust mites (tiny insects that thrive on organic matter, primarily flakes of skin), as well as pollen carried into the house from outside ... Pet-owning visitors: Friends with pets usually have animal dander on their clothes ... If your pet sits on, fetches, or plays with any of these, they're also covered with animal dander. (MSNBC -- Health)
Heavy pollination making allergies worse Apr 6, 2009
Source: Airborne cat or dog dander, dust mite feces and mold spores. Symptoms: Allergies differ from colds in two ways: There is no fever present, and nasal discharge is usually clear, not yellow. (AZCentral)
Pollen vs. Happiness Apr 4, 2009
Environmental allergens, or allergens found in your everyday environment, include pollen, mold, dust and dander from animals or other elements. Some foods, harmless to non-allergic people, can be very harmful to those who are allergic to them. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Do research before cleaning home's air ducts Apr 3, 2009
Definitely, say other indoor-air professionals, citing a litany of conditions - including years of accumulated pet dander, dust balls and dirt - as reasons that homeowners should consider a cleaning ... Every day, Americans inhale mold, chemicals, dust, pollen, pet dander and other indoor contaminants ... "Things like dander from your pets or lint off the dryer.". (AZCentral -- Home)
Breathing easy Mar 27, 2009
For children like Kaitlyn, her asthma is brought on by allergens such as pollen and animal dander. "Not everyone is set off by the same thing," Tutor said. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
an answer from a medical professional Mar 24, 2009
Growing up in an environment with very low levels of animal dander, dust, mold and so forth may actually lead to more cases of asthma ... In our modern world, some factors that are associated with more asthma are increased air pollution, energy-efficient houses that trap mold, dust and dander inside and the rising incidence of obesity. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Carl Baker; led National Institute in 'war on cancer' Mar 13, 2009
But he developed asthma as a result of an acute sensitivity to animal dander and, after two years, had to turn to administrative work. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Season of sniffles Mar 13, 2009
Triggers may include certain food, medications, pet dander, plant pollen and other environmental factors. Changing locales corresponds to a change in environment, and therefore may be accompanied by new or increased allergy symptoms. (The Battalion, TX)
DEAR ABBY: Room service can cater to cousin's needs Mar 10, 2009
Dear Between: If your presumptuous "dear" cousin is "allergic to everything," then surely she must be aware her allergies will be triggered if she is exposed not only to your cats, but also the dander they have shed on the furniture, carpets and possibly the window treatments in your home. In other words, boarding your "children" may not be enough to prevent an allergic reaction. (Florida Today)
Why We're Going Nuts Over Nut Allergies Mar 4, 2009
So forget pet dander and pollen. "In this day and age, allergy in pediatrics is all about food, food, food," says Dr. Allen Lapey, a pediatrician at Massachusetts General Hospital. (Time.com)
Unusual water dog draws Obamas' interest Feb 27, 2009
Mr. Mariani and his longtime girlfriend, Robin Lipscomb, bought a Portuguese water dog in part because Mr. Mariani doesn't "like dog fur all over the place" and Ms. Lipscomb is allergic to dog dander. Bruno cuddled against Ms. Lipscomb's black suit yesterday, leaving not a single perceptible hair behind. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Babies Born In Pollen And Mold Seasons Have Greater Odds Of Developing Asthma Symptoms Feb 26, 2009
Numerous factors have been linked to asthma risk, including heredity and exposure to air pollution, animal dander and tobacco smoke. A 2008 study of birth and medical records found that babies born in the fall are at greater risk of later developing childhood asthma. (Science Daily)
Can Kids With Allergies Still Have Pets? Feb 25, 2009
"Each animal has a major allergen found in the dander, but the major allergen can also be in saliva, urine and hair, and the allergen is very airborne and tends to hang in the air a long time," Hopp said ... Hopp said poodles, miniature schnauzers, Maltesees, Italian greyhounds and Chihuahuas are reported to have less dander-producing potential ... "It is roughly the same thing with dogs. Some cats make lots of dander and some don't make much, so each cat is its own experience.". (Click2Houston, TX)
Do You Really Have Asthma? Feb 19, 2009
Some allergens are fought all year long, like pet dander and dust mites, while others can become more prevalent at specific times of year, including spring ... Rather it s a protein found in dander (dead skin flakes), saliva, and urine ... If you or loved ones play with the animal outdoors you can easily bring the dander inside. (Suite101.com)
Why blame H-1B workers for woes Feb 12, 2009
Grassley and Saunders got their dander up after an Associated Press story detailed how big U.S. banks brought in skilled foreign labor during the six years before the financial crisis. These workers entered the U.S. on H-1B visas and some firms (not necessarily these banks) found ways to pay H-1B workers less than Americans in comparable positions, the article claimed. (India Times)
LETTER: Freedom of Choice Act should be stopped Feb 9, 2009
medic57 wrote on Feb 6, 2009 8:21 PM:" SusanMy oldest son is 22 years old, he was diagnosed with Learning disabilities, Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy, he didn't learn to tie his shoes until he was 17. He now drives a car and has a girlfriend. My youngest son is 21 years old, I had to rush my now ex-wife to the hospital one evening, it seems she had developed a bad gall bladder, while waiting for the doctor to come in we were suprised to be paid a visit by Dr. Laveck instaed, she told us that my... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Entrepreneurs Partner with Air Purifier Company to Bring Pure Air Indoors Feb 8, 2009
The benefits of being able to destroy mold, dust mites, bacteria of the most serious type and pet dander is the reason adding the pure air is so essential to those with allergies, and other breathing problems. The Hilemans' collective information regarding the positive attributes of breathing fresh air is being translated into their new blog. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Making the Playboy cut (69) Feb 8, 2009
Get your dander up over something that matters. Wildme wrote on Feb 5, 2009 10:03 PM:Lol. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
