Thunderstorm asthma turns a summer storm into a serious health threat for millions
Most people assume rain is good news for allergy sufferers. And in many cases, that assumption holds. On calm, rainy days, precipitation has a rinsing effect, washing pollen from the air and lowering overall counts. Warmer, windier days tend to push pollen higher, while a gentle rain brings it down. Thunderstorms, however, operate by an […]
How to manage sore throats from seasonal allergies
Seasonal allergies can be more than just a nuisance, often leading to a sore throat that leaves many wondering if they’re facing allergies or a cold. Omid Mehdizadeh, M.D., an otolaryngologist and laryngologist, confirms that a sore throat can be a symptom of allergies due to overactive mucus production. However, distinguishing between allergies and conditions […]