What Are Common Causes of Contact Dermatitis?
Contact dermatitis occurs when your skin comes into contact with a substance, organism, object or chemical it is allergic to or irritated by. The two types of contact dermatitis include: Contact dermatitis can affect people of all ages but is most frequently found in females, infants, older people and individuals with atopic tendencies (those with…
How Are Your Gut and Allergies Connected?
Allergies are a common condition affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. A 2021 survey conducted by the Center For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that one in three adults and one in four children in the United States reported having seasonal allergies, a food allergy or eczema. We often don’t know exactly why…
Tips For Caring For Children With Severe Allergies
All parents worry about their children. If your child has severe allergies, it can add an extra layer of stress worrying about their health and possible exposure to their allergens. The good news is that with the right strategies, you can help support your child and keep them safe at home and at school. Talk…
What Is the Link Between Sun Exposure and Hearing Loss?
Soaking up the sun by Lady Ann Lake or running around at the park are relaxing ways to spend your summer days. Knowing how to adequately protect yourself from sun exposure and its associated risks can help remove stress from your summer fun. One possible risk factor for sun exposure is hearing loss. Let’s examine…
How Exercise Can Affect Your Hearing Health
Whether you like taking morning walks around your neighborhood or playing tennis at Lakewood Community Center, regular physical activity is a vital part of staying healthy and happy. Research has shown that regular exercise may reduce your risk of developing hearing loss. Hearing Loss More Common in Less Active Older Adults A study published in…
Is There a Link Between Caffeine and Hearing Health?
Whether you enjoy all things chocolate or love picking up an iced latte at Offbeat Coffee Studio to beat the Alabama summer heat, many of us enjoy indulging in caffeine. While the various health effects of caffeine have been and continue to be debated, one question you may have is whether or not consuming coffee…
Why It’s Important to Protect Your Hearing if You Have Diabetes
Different health conditions can increase your risk of developing hearing loss, including diabetes. What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects your body’s ability to either produce or use insulin, which causes high blood sugar (glucose) levels. There are three main types of diabetes: Type 1, Type 2 and gestational diabetes, which occurs…
Summer Checklist for Allergies
If you’re one of the one-quarter of adults with a seasonal allergy, you may be wondering what you can do this summer to prevent symptoms. We review a summer checklist for allergies below. Deep Clean Your Home While you may think of allergens like pollen as being an outdoor problem, there are plenty of allergens…
Does Your Child Have Allergies? Here’s What You Should Do Before Summer Break
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “In 2021, 27.2% of all children had one or more of the three selected diagnosed allergic conditions (seasonal allergies, eczema, and food allergies). Seasonal allergies (18.9%) were the most prevalent, followed by eczema (10.8%) and food allergies (5.8%).” If your child is in the population…
Can Allergies Cause Snoring?
Allergy symptoms like nasal congestion, a runny nose and sneezing can cause or worsen snoring and interfere with your quality of sleep. The Connection Between Allergies and Snoring A 2011 study examined the prevalence of allergic rhinitis (inflammation in the nose caused by an allergen) and the development of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS)….