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As a parent, you do everything possible to keep your child healthy. Yet trips to daycare, playgroups, and school expose your child to so many germs. That leads to colds and coughs that progress into respiratory infections.  It seems that … Continue reading →

Years ago, an allergy diagnosis meant a lifetime of treatment or avoidance. If you were diagnosed with a peanut allergy, you had it for life. Times have changed. Several factors are leading to changes in the allergies people experience. New … Continue reading →

Since 1850, the Earth’s global temperature has increased by about 0.11°F per decade. Since the early 1980s, the rate has accelerated to an average of 0.36°F per decade. Since records have been kept, 2024 was named the warmest year on … Continue reading →

Asthma is a chronic condition in which the airways become inflamed, narrowing airflow to the lungs. Triggers vary from person to person and may include mold spores and other allergens, irritants, weather changes, heavy exercise, pollution, stress, and foods. Although … Continue reading →

In 2017, the plant-based meat market reached $3.9 billion. Seven years later, it more than doubled to $8.1 billion. The plant-based market offers a healthier way to enjoy favorite red-meat dishes without the saturated fat, environmental damage, or harm to … Continue reading →

A nagging tickle in your throat has you coughing nonstop for hours and keeps you up all night. No matter how much you cough, you can’t seem to clear your throat. You’ve coughed so much your throat stings. Coughs may … Continue reading →

Fresno’s lush fields, orchards, and forest areas provide visitors and residents with an abundance of outdoor activity options. Yet, there’s a downside to the trees, flowers, and grasses. Ragweed loves the warm temperatures and dry air. Ragweed is the cause … Continue reading →

Mold and mildew are common fungi found worldwide. They thrive where they have a food source and a moist, warm environment. They’re one of the most common allergy triggers, and when you experience a mold allergy, you feel miserable for … Continue reading →

For Fresno’s residents and visitors, allergies can be a year-round issue. Agriculture is a key industry in Fresno County, and the weather is known for being dry and warm. Rainfall averages 11 inches per year, which breaks down to less … Continue reading →

Fresno’s weather is ideal for kids. Sunny days, mild winters, and plenty of outdoor places allow kids to play outdoors year-round. However, high pollen counts cause issues for children with allergies. Much of Fresno is agricultural, and that leads to … Continue reading →

Medical research finds that people with three health issues often have poor sleep health. This includes people with allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis, and asthma. Studies dating back to the 1980s link sleep disorders and asthma. In one study, researchers found … Continue reading →