Animal Allergies

Using tests to determine pet allergy triggers

September 15, 2021

New allergy testing tools can help pinpoint exact triggers for pet allergies.

Animal allergies 101

September 13, 2021

They may be our best friends and internet superstars, but pet allergies are a fact of life for many children.

How families can mitigate a child's pet allergies

September 08, 2021

When a child develops allergies to the family pet, what can the family do to help control the allergies and keep the pet in the home?

The impact of cat allergens on cat owners

April 15, 2021

A recent survey results show that cat owners who suffer from pet-related allergies are willing to do whatever it takes to keep their feline family members.

Seasonal allergies: What every pediatrician needs to know

March 11, 2021

It’s springtime, which means flowers are blooming and children sneezing. Here’s a quick refresher on seasonal allergy diagnoses and prescriptions.

Can early exposure to farm animals reduce atopic dermatitis risk?

January 01, 2021

Spending time around animals as an infant has been suggested as a way to reduce the incidence of atopic dermatitis. An investigation offers some insight.

Does early animal exposure reduce allergy and asthma risk?

June 26, 2020

For many children, a furry animal can be a best friend. An investigation looks at whether that bond can also protect against asthma and allergies.