by MASA | Jun 24, 2020 | Allergies, News
Up to 10% of adults have food allergies, and even more have food intolerances. Both cause adverse reactions in the body, but what’s the difference between the two? Learning to recognize the differences between an allergy and intolerance can be difficult. But simply...
by MASA | Jun 24, 2020 | Allergies, News
You might think of summer as prime traveling time, but traveling is also common during the winter months, whether you’re visiting family this holiday season or you’re escaping the snow for a tropical vacation. And if you’re one of the 50 million Americans who have...
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by MASA | Jun 23, 2020 | Allergies, Food Allergies / Intolerance, News, Patient Resources
Do you love lobster, but can’t eat it because you’re allergic to shellfish? Does even the thought of peanuts make you sweat, because any exposure to nuts can send you into anaphylactic shock? Midwest Allergy Sinus Asthma (MASA), with two main in Illinois and...
by MASA | Jun 23, 2020 | Allergies, Food Allergies / Intolerance, News, Patient Resources
Many parents know to watch for signs of an allergic reaction with their babies and young children, such as hives, shortness of breath, gastrointestinal issues, and more. What they may not realize is that they themselves could also acquire a food allergy at any time....
by MASA | Jun 23, 2020 | Allergies, Asthma, Dust Mite Allergies, Food Allergies / Intolerance, Mold Allergies, News, Patient Resources, Pet Allergies, Pollen Allergies, Sports Related Asthma
Back-to-school season is an exciting time for parents and many children who look forward to meeting new teachers and seeing their friends again after a long summer break. But, if your child has asthma and allergies, going back to school can also mean more exposure to...
