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Written by Guest Author, Dr. Richard Cassidy Home, Health, and Happiness All of us have lived or are currently living in homes built before 1988. (...)

Are you familiar with the aggravating symptoms of an allergic reaction? If you are one of the millions affected by allergies, the following list should seem quite familiar: Sneezing Congestion Runny nose Sore throat Itchy, burning and watery eyes Often the most irritating symptom on this list are the red, weepy, burning eyes that are often a result of exposure to an allergen. (...)

 As you prep the nursery to ensure a healthy and happy environment for your newest family member, keep in mind that sometimes the basics can make all the difference. Though the new shade of paint and wall paper borders may make an ordinary room look like an adorable baby boudoir, they may bring some unseen complications. The same applies to even the most common and necessary articles in your baby survival kit, like your baby’s crib or baby powder. (...)

Careful analysis of over 6,000 soldiers' medical records has revealed that troops deployed to the Middle East are at an increased risk for developing allergic diseases.  The comparison was made between soldiers who had served in the Persian Gulf and soldiers who were stationed stateside.  "All of them say they didn't have allergies before [they served]," remarks researcher Anthony Szema, M.D., of Northport Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Northport, N.Y.  The numbers show that 9.9% of soldiers in the middle east were developing allergies or asthma while only 5.1% of homeland stationed personnel were experiencing symptoms.  This ratio held true for both men and women troops and led researchers to ask why there was such a disparity between the number of cases occurring only in the U.S. (...)

Spring time might be marked with eager anticipation by gardeners, joggers and sun worshippers alike, but as for those who suffer from asthma or allergies, this time of year promises misery.  During the winter months, most of the causes of allergy symptoms are dormant, but the warm weather beckons elements like pollen, spores and dust mites out of hiding. (...)