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    The Water Bucket Theory and How Allergy Immunotherapy Can Help

    How to keep your allergy water bucket from overflowing? Adapt your immune system so that you are no longer sensitive to the substances to…

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    Ask the Allergist: What Asthma Inhaler Technique Is Best for Children?

    Learn the difference between the open-mouth vs. closed-mouth inhaler technique and why valved holding chambers or spacers are recommended for children.

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    When Allergy or Cold Medication Makes You Drowsy

    Why do allergy or cold medications like antihistamines make you drowsy and what can you do about it? This post was updated on Feb.…

  • A man with white hair in a suit and tie is speaking. Text on the image reads: "William E. Berger, MD, FACAAI, Board-certified allergist and immunologist, Allergy and Asthma Associates of Southern California, Past President, American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.

    Ask the Allergist: What to Expect on a First Visit to An Allergist If You Have Undiagnosed Asthma

    What should a person with undiagnosed asthma expect when going to an allergist? William Berger, MD, takes you through a first visit.

  • A healthcare professional wearing blue gloves performs an allergy skin test on a person's forearm using a dropper and a brown bottle. The arm has numbered sections marked with pen, each containing a small droplet of liquid.

    How to Decide Which Allergy to Treat with Immunotherapy When You Have More Than One

    It’s important to set your priority when treating more than one allergy with immunotherapy. Talk with your doctor to determine which allergy is most…

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    School-Based Allergies and Asthma Management Program Becomes Law!

    The president has signed into law HR 2468, the school based allergies and asthma management program act (SAMPRO) to help schoolchildren with asthma.

  • A doctor in a white coat and mask is kneeling and talking to a young girl wearing a mask and orange sweater. The girl is sitting next to an adult, also wearing a mask, in a waiting area with other people seated in the background.

    With Gratitude for Your Courage, Collaboration and Confidence

    We are grateful for your courage, collaboration and trust, and for making numerous 2020-21 initiatives possible to address health inequities and COVID-19.

  • Image of a refrigerator shelf containing eggs, a red bell pepper, beverages, and fruits. The text "Ask the Allergist" is prominently displayed over the image.

    Ask the Allergist: Infant Anaphylaxis and Food Allergies

    Dr. Michael Pistner explains how to recognize the symptoms of a severe food allergy reaction in infants and toddlers.

  • A child in a navy hoodie uses a breathing device while seated at a table. The table has medical supplies, including containers and a box. The setting appears to be a medical or clinical environment.

    You Can Save Lives of People with Asthma

    A sudden asthma attack took the life of a young boy named Kellen. Learn about his story and how you can make a difference…

  • A man with gray hair and glasses is holding a small pill near his mouth, preparing to take it. He is wearing a light-colored shirt and is in front of a bright background.

    What is an Effective Dose for Allergy Immunotherapy?

    When deciding whether to undergo allergy immunotherapy, it’s important to discuss the dosage amount of the treatment with your doctor.

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    Ask the Allergist: Dust Mite Immunotherapy Options

    Purvi Parikh, MD answers the Ask the Allergist question: What are the options available for dust mite immunotherapy?

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    NIH Updates Federal Asthma Guidelines

    The National Institutes of Health released a focused update to its federal asthma guidelines. The updates are intended to improve asthma care.

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