Stress worsens allergy attacks Sep 2, 2009
Scientists suspect that it is linked to the way stress impairs our immune system, causing elevated levels of compounds that heighten the allergic response and remain unaffected by standard treatments for hay fever like antihistamines. One of the most recent and significant study in this regard is done by the Ohio State University, Columbus, US.. (India Times, India)
Get ready for ragweed season, allergy sufferers Aug 15, 2009
Dr. Jason Knuffman, Gundersen Lutheran allergist, said symptoms of ragweed allergy, better known as hay fever and allergic rhinitis, include sneezing, runny nose and swollen, itchy, watery eyes ... Ten percent to 20 percent of Americans suffer from ragweed allergy, or hay fever. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Taking The Needle's Sting Out Of Diabetes: First Tablet-based Treatment? Aug 12, 2009
21, 2009) Taking one grass pollen tablet every day can alleviate hay fever and asthma in children, new research. (July 12, 2008) How will the epidemic of childhood obesity today affect the future health of Americans. (Science Daily)
Five Questions About Eczema Aug 4, 2009
(5) It is most common in people with a family history of eczema or other atopic disorders like asthma or hay fever ... If one or both parents have eczema or other disorders such as asthma or hay fever, their children are more likely to develop it ... (12) In addition, about 75 percent of children with eczema also develop hay fever or asthma. (PR Newswire)
Retail figures show sales boost Jul 22, 2009
Summer also saw a boost to suncare products and hay fever remedies. Product lines that did badly included discretionary and decorative homewares, and big-ticket household purchases such as furniture. (BBC News -- UK)
Brothers share the stage at American Players Theatre Jul 18, 2009
Hay Fever, by Noel Coward, opens in previews July 31 and runs through Oct. 3. King Henry V, by William Shakespeare, opens in previews Aug. 7 and runs through Sept. 2. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Newsweek: Alzheimer's approach may be wrong Jul 17, 2009
"Given the hundreds of thousands of person-years of exposure that the drug had with no significant adverse effects while it was on the market for hay fever," says Gandy, "my bet would be that the FDA will approve it." Yes, a Russian antihistamine is the best bet we have against Alzheimer's. 2009. (MSNBC -- Health)
Sunshine takes heat off retailers Jul 14, 2009
POPULAR ITEMS IN JUNE Sunglasses and sandals Hay fever remedies and tissues Michael Jackson CDs Source: BRC ... Hay fever remedies also enjoyed a good month. (BBC News -- Business)
Allergy gene identified by scientists Jul 11, 2009
LONDON: Scientists have identified an "allergy gene" which more than doubles the risk of asthma, hay fever and eczema, a finding that could lead to new therapies to prevent allergies ... In fact, in their analysis of 24 previous studies, the scientists found that people with defects in this gene are much more likely to develop unwelcome reactions like sneezing and itchy eyes, dermatitis, asthma, hay fever and eczema ... Scientists have identified an "allergy gene" which more than doubles the... (India Times, India)
King of the hive Jul 9, 2009
I used to get hay fever in a bad way, he said. Then, one summer, I remember I got stung by a bee ; and it didn t come back after that. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Denisons top tree farmers; health care, haying in focus Jul 9, 2009
Everyone but hay fever sufferers looks forward to this time of year when the weather and grasses are just right for harvesting. From the end of June until mid-July the flurry of human activity, the hovering hawks and buzzards, the sight of brick and barrel-shaped bales of hay dotting the landscape are something to behold. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Questions hang over Ned Jul 9, 2009
"It's some kind of hay fever," he says wearily. "An allergy to something here. I'll be right in a minute.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Variations In Five Genes Raise Risk For Most Common Brain Tumors Jul 7, 2009
(July 15, 2005) Having asthma, hay fever or another allergic condition may reduce the risk of developing one fatal form of brain cancer, a new study suggests. New evidence for this relationship is found in the. (Science Daily)
Health Tip: Understanding Hay Fever Jul 2, 2009
(HealthDay News) -- Hay fever -- an allergic reaction to pollen -- is what causes the runny eyes, sneezing, swelling and itching that makes you miserable when you head outside. Hay fever worsens when outdoor trees, shrubs and other plants are pollinating, says the American Lung Association ... While anyone can have hay fever, it does tend to run in families, the association says. (MEDLINEplus)
Eczema Patients Most At Risk For Dangerous Viral Infections Jun 30, 2009
They found that eczema patients susceptible to herpes simplex infections had more severe disease, earlier age of disease onset, more frequent history of other allergic diseases such as food allergy, asthma and hay fever, more allergic biomarkers, and more frequent skin infections with other microbes. "These characteristics associated with eczema herpeticum should help us identify young patients at greater risk for eczema herpeticum so that we can be more vigilant with them and better equipped to... (Science Daily)
Artificial Liver For Drug Tests Jun 26, 2009
ScienceDaily (June 25, 2009) If you have hay fever, headaches or a cold, it s only a short way to the nearest chemist. The drugs, on the other hand, can take eight to ten years to develop. (Science Daily)
Hospitals seeing unusually high number of allergy cases Jun 21, 2009
Overall it appears to be a bad year for hay fever sufferers, said Dr. Roland Solensky, an allergist with The Corvallis Clinic. Recently hospitals in Albany and Corvallis saw an unusually high number of patients with respiratory problems. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Ducks Get Four Individual Titles Jun 18, 2009
At the west regional where he finished fourth his coach, Ed Eyestone, said, his eyes were mostly closed due to hay fever. Claire Michel was 12th in 10:29. (eDuck.com)
Strong rise in Scots retail sales May 20, 2009
Page last updated at 07:07 GMT, Wednesday, 20 May 2009 08:07 UK. Retail sales in Scotland rose strongly in April compared with the same time last year, according to figures. (BBC News -- UK)
Super Hay Fever Vaccine in Two Years May 20, 2009
A new hay fever vaccine that could be on the market by 2011 has the potential to end sufferers seasonal misery, its developers say ... It initially eases hay fever by 13 percent to 27 percent, say its developers, who also believe it will cure hay fever altogether if the series of shots is taken every year for three years ... Tests on more than 1,000 hay fever sufferers showed that four shots reduced symptoms by about 13 percent to 27 percent. (Newsmax)
Weigh-ins keep pounds off May 15, 2009
Get your hay fever under control ... There are two common treatments for people who have hay fever: antihistamines and steroids. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Medicinal Plant Kava Safe And Effective In Reducing Anxiety, Study Suggests May 15, 2009
23, 2005) The largest trial so far conducted using Butterbur extract to treat intermittent allergic rhinitis (hay fever) shows that this plant extract is as effective as a commonly used. (Oct. (Science Daily)
'Got Milk?' tour to stop in Lincoln, Omaha May 12, 2009
" Robert M.Kradjian M.DThe casein in cow's milk can clog and irritate the body's entire respiratory system. Dairy products are implicated in almost all respiratory problems. Hay fever, asthma, bronchitis, sinusitis, colds, runny noses and ear infections can all be caused by the consumption of dairy products. Dairy products are also the leading cause of allergies....and on and on and on... ". 5-11-2009 10:25 PM. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
'Qu-Chi' Acupressure Band Gives Hayfever Misery the Elbow May 11, 2009
"We are thrilled to be able to offer a real solution to the problems that millions of hay fever and allergic rhinitis sufferers face every year," said Broch. "In addition to our clinical testing, feedback and testimonials have been overwhelming.". (PR Newswire)
Possible Link Between Childhood Obesity And Allergies May 9, 2009
They looked at total and allergen-specific immunoglobulin E (IgE) or antibody levels to a large panel of indoor, outdoor and food allergens, body weight, and responses to a questionnaire about diagnoses of hay fever, eczema, and allergies. Obesity was defined as being in the 95th percentile of the body mass index for the child's age. (Science Daily)
Mamet's 'Romance' language May 8, 2009
There's a hallucinating, pill-popping judge who suffers from hay fever; a by-the-book defense attorney who slowly comes undone by his own client (who is on trial for who knows what); and a prosecutor whose gay boyfriend throws tantrums and somehow tantalizes the judge and the bailiff. Squabbles and slurs constantly interrupt the trial, which occurs while a Middle East peace conference is underway in the same city. (Boston Globe)
• Lack of asthma symptoms leaves triathlete wondering May 7, 2009
Some may have a personal or family history of hay fever or eczema. I find it interesting that you've had no symptoms and that you remain so active. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Top American Cities for Spring AllergiesMostly southern locations lead the sneezing on this yearly ranking. May 6, 2009
Some 35 to 40 million Americans have nasal allergies, also known as hay fever or allergic rhinitis. "Some people have them seasonally, while others have them perennially," Tringale said. (ABC News)
The iafrica.com debate May 6, 2009
It's fast approaching winter in half the world for crying out loud plain ol' influenza and hay fever are rife. Drug companies must be rubbing their hands with glee at the prospect of selling a myriad of drugs to desperate quasi-Mnchausens the world over. (iAfrica.com)
Use of masks conceals a lack of research May 1, 2009
In Japan masks are common in flu or hay fever season. Attempts to make them fashionable has increased their use. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Health & Fitness File 4-22 Apr 29, 2009
HAY FEVER: Hay fever is caused by both indoor and outdoor pollens and has no cure, but there are treatment options to help lessen its effects. Dr. Nathan Lebak, will talk about how to better manage hay fever. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Allergies trigger agony across the U.S. Apr 28, 2009
April 8: Doctors are offering some new treatment options for seasonal hay fever patients who want to avoid allergy shots ... Filley emphasizes that hay fever can be much harder to treat when it gets rolling. (MSNBC -- Health)
Medfield COA events: April Apr 18, 2009
This is known as allergic rhinitis or hay fever. A way to tell allergic rhinitis from the common cold is the duration of the sniffles. (Medfield Press, MA)
New Risk Variant For Atopic Dermatitis Identified Apr 15, 2009
Along with hay fever and asthma, atopic dermatitis is one of the most common allergic disorders ... For the majority of affected children this marks the beginning of an "allergic career", which in later years evolves into hay fever or asthma. (Science Daily)
Fruit and veg allergies soaring Apr 15, 2009
"Normally we would see this among young adults as they start to develop hay fever but we are starting to see more of it among young children. "As there is more allergy, the severity seems to be increasing and the patterns are changing. " Pollution a factor Whilst allergy to hay fever is seasonal, allergy to fruit and vegetables can continue all the year round. Dr Jonathan North, from Birmingham, agrees with Dr Fox. He believes that particles from diesel exhaust may be making the situation worse... (BBC News -- UK)
Spring allergies are not to be sniffed at Apr 15, 2009
"Symptoms may include allergic rhinitis (hay fever), allergic conjunctivitis (eye allergies) and allergic asthma if it is serious.". It is a seasonal allergy and flares up in spring, unlike the perennial allergies, which are usually present the year round such as household dust mites. (Xinhuanet, China)
For hay fever sufferers, the annual battle begins Apr 13, 2009
It's time for hay fever sufferers to begin their annual battle against the miseries of spring ... For those of us with hay fever - and there's ample evidence our ranks are growing - this is the season of our discontent ... By practicing prevention - everything from strategically shuttering windows to squirting early doses of nasal steroids - hay fever sufferers can avoid the worst of what spring delivers. (Boston Globe)
Seasonal change spurs students' sniffles, sneezes Apr 9, 2009
"Hay fever is an allergic reaction to pollen that commonly occurs in the spring," June Matthews, registered nurse at the University Health Services Center, said. According to Matthews, many students have come to the student health service center with symptoms of hay fever ... If a student has hay fever it is possible to control the symptoms with over the counter medications. (The University Echo, TN)
Avoid Seasonal Allergies Apr 8, 2009
Theyre the culprits behind seasonal allergies, the hay fever many people experience with its stuffy and runny nose, sneezing, coughing, and itching. But allergies dont have to keep you from firing up the lawn mower, trimming trees, working in the garden, or building that new patio. (Newsmax)
Top Foods That Affect Your Seasonal Allergies Apr 7, 2009
This strange cluster of symptoms seen in hay fever sufferers when eating particular foods is called food-pollen allergy syndrome, or. It's sometimes referred to as fruit-pollen syndrome -- although it's not just fruits that trigger the response. (ABC News)
Heavy pollination making allergies worse Apr 6, 2009
Allergy: Seasonal allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever or outdoor allergies. Source: Pollens from weeds, grasses and trees. (AZCentral)
Dental care for those most in need Mar 28, 2009
My concern stems from the fact that tooth decay is the number one childhood disease (five times more common than asthma and seven times more common than hay fever) and that nationally children miss more than 51 million school hours each year due to tooth decay, equating to over 7. 4 million school days missed. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Allergy season, pollen counts signal spring Mar 27, 2009
6 million Americans have diagnosed hay fever ... 6 million Americans have diagnosed allergic rhinitis, also called hay fever, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ... For multisymptom allergy and hay fever products, 35 percent of recommendations in a week were for Claritin-D, 26 percent were for Zyrtec-D and 10 percent were for Actifed Cold & Allergy. (CNN)
Hayfever robots help take the sting out of spring Mar 25, 2009
Hay fever, or allergic rhinitis, causes great discomfort to millions of people worldwide, who must either take medication or don masks to avoid the watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing fits and headaches associated with the condition. Copyright. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Lifelong Odessa downtowner Mar 22, 2009
I had never seen this before but was later told it was there to help with his hay fever. I don't know if it helped or not, but the explanation did satisfy my curiosity. (Odessa American, TX)
EXCERPT:Take a peek inside 'Lark & Termite' Mar 19, 2009
Soon enough the seeds will fly through the air and Nonie will have hay fever and want all the windows shut to keep the white puffs out. Termite will want to be outside in the chair all the time then, and he'll go on and on at me if I try to keep him indoors so I can do the ironing or clean up the dishes. (USA Today -- Life)
FOOD ALLERGIES: On the rise for kids Mar 16, 2009
These same children, however, often develop hay fever and asthma, says Sicherer, who was not involved with the new studies. Authors of the FDA study note that it's important for parents to bring children with suspected food allergies to the doctor. (USA Today -- News)
Don't wear medication patches during MRI Mar 9, 2009
People with hay fever -- more accurately termed allergic rhinitis -- may find themselves with a migraine after they use a nasal steroid spray to relieve their stuffy noses. Dr. Jitka Pokladnikova, of Charles University in Prague, and colleagues reviewed the World Health Organization's global database and other sources and found an unexpected cluster of 38 cases of migraine suspected to be related to the use of intranasal corticosteroids. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Scientists Block Immune Cell Rush Behind Deadly Sepsis Mar 6, 2009
16, 2004) Mast cells are immune cells known mostly for their unwanted effects: they cause the wheezing of asthma, the itching of eczema, the sneezing and runny nose of hay fever and, in extreme cases, the. . (Science Daily)
Award-winning director Bishop helms Moonlight's 'Moon Over Buffalo' Mar 5, 2009
For the latter, he directed "Hay Fever" and now is directing "Moon Over Buffalo," a farce. "I just loved the script for this show and I suggested it to Moonlight," said Bishop, whose production of "Moon Over Buffalo" opens Thursday at Vista's Avo Playhouse. (North County Times)
Nasal spray for hay fever may trigger migraine Mar 3, 2009
NEW YORK - People with hay fever more accurately termed allergic rhinitis may find themselves with a migraine after they use a nasal steroid spray to relieve their stuffy noses. Dr. Jitka Pokladnikova, of Charles University in Prague, and colleagues reviewed the World Health Organization's global database and other sources and found an unexpected cluster of 38 cases of migraine suspected to be related to the use of intranasal corticosteroids. (MSNBC -- Health)
Chamomile's Safety and Potential Si... Mar 3, 2009
While many herbalists warn against the use of chamomile in people with hay fever, or ragweed allergy, this may be an unnecessary warning. Chamomile and ragweed are members of the botanical family asteraceae, which also includes the daisy and sunflower. (Suite101.com)
Summer musical changed Mar 1, 2009
The schedule for the 52nd season is: "A...My Name is Alice," June 16-21; "Almost, Maine," June 23-28; "Brighton Beach Memoirs," June 30-July 5; "Nickel and Dimed," July 7-12; "Forever Plaid," July 14-19; "Hay Fever," July 21-26; "George Washington Slept Here," July 28-Aug. 2; "Proof," Aug. 4-9 and "Into the Woods," Aug. 11-16 (a replacement for "Chicago"). (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Babies Born In Pollen And Mold Seasons Have Greater Odds Of Developing Asthma Symptoms Feb 26, 2009
21, 2009) Taking one grass pollen tablet every day can alleviate hay fever and asthma in children, new research ... 27, 2008) About 40 million Americans suffer from "hay fever," a disease that allergists prefer to call "allergic rhinitis," because HAY is not to blame and FEVER is rarely a symptom. (Science Daily)
Your diet may make seasonal allergies worse Feb 21, 2009
But what many people may not realize is that the same chemicals that cause hay fever may also trigger a reaction to certain raw foods ... Patients who see a regular doctor for their hay fever symptoms and especially those who self-medicate with over-the-counter remedies are less likely to be aware of it. (MSNBC -- Health)
Hot Pepper Nose Spray Relieves Hay Fever Feb 19, 2009
In their study, the research team gave Sinol or Sinol-M to 24 people aged 13 and older who suffered from persistent allergic rhinitis (better known as hay fever) to use for a week ... However, hay fever symptom relief was achieved with fewer sprays of Sinol-M than Sinol -- particularly at night, the researchers found. (Newsmax)
How to Treat Childhood Atopic Derma... Feb 19, 2009
Around 30-50% of atopic eczema patients develop asthma, nasal allergy (allergic rhinitis, hay fever) or eye allergy later in life. Reference. (Suite101.com)
Six health woes your child could inherit from you Feb 17, 2009
But those aren't the only things we've passed on: Nate has acquired my propensity for headaches and hay fever, and Nicky got my husband's eczema in a bad way. Of course, many chronic conditions run in families, but family history alone doesn't guarantee that a child will develop one of them. (CNN)
The garden guru speaks Feb 12, 2009
Golden rod does not cause hay fever, he said. Ragweed does. (DeWitt Era-Enterprise, AR)
Automatic Measuring Stations For Pollen Will Improve Forecasts Feb 12, 2009
21, 2009) Taking one grass pollen tablet every day can alleviate hay fever and asthma in children, new research ... (June 6, 2008) Scientists have found that a daily drink containing probiotic bacteria can modify the immune system's response to grass pollen, a common cause of seasonal hay fever. (Science Daily)
Fallin’ Pollen Feb 7, 2009
Ragweed pollen is the principal cause of hay fever and can also trigger. But for all the itchy throats and watery eyes, this tough little plant is just trying to survive. (Why Files)
Snorers Burn More Calories During the Day Feb 7, 2009
A second study found that hay fever and other allergic reactions seem not to be linked with snoring or with daytime sleepiness, unless nasal passages are obstructed. The findings, conducted by researchers at the University of Occupational and Environmental Health in Kitakyushu, Japan, are based on interviews with almost 1,500 daytime workers at an industrial company in Japan. (MEDLINEplus)
