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Climate Change is Increasing Seasonal Allergies
2013-03-27 17:01:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
Climate Central: Each spring, blooming flowers and trees are a hallmark of the season's warmer weather. But their pollen is aggravating for people suffering from seasonal allergies, and can be downright dangerous for people with asthma. In fact, around this time each year, web searches soar for things like "pollen,' "allergies,' and "Claritin.' And this year is no different. During the past few weeks, Google web searches for "pollen' have been rising, as illustrated in the interactive graphic below. Allergy related...
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University of Manchester commences international study on food allergies
2013-03-27 01:00:00| Food Processing Technology
The University of Manchester is leading a newly launched international project on food allergies which is aimed at developing a standardised approach to allergen management for food manufacturing companies.
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How global warming is making allergies worse
2013-03-26 15:00:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
Fox Reno: There may be different opinions about the causes of climate change, but experts say there is no denying its existence - and the effects are nothing to sneeze at. Researchers say global warming is leading to larger plants, earlier and more robust pollination and, as a result, worsening allergies. With the combination of increased temperature and carbon dioxide, we are seeing a dramatic change, and allergy sufferers can probably feel that change, said Richard Weber, MD, an allergist at National...
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New Ford Fusion Designed with Allergies in Mind
2013-03-21 23:26:50| AutomotiveDigest.com - Automotive Industry News
Ford is beginning to lean toward more hypoallergenic vehicles to minimize allergy issues. Ford is requiring that more than 100 materials and components meet strict standards, such as using fewer allergenic materials. These allergenic materials include latex, chrome, and nickel. Cabin air filters in 2013 Fusions and other new Ford vehicles will function similarly to [...]The Article New Ford Fusion Designed with Allergies in Mind appeared first on Automotive Digest.
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Food allergies and your pet: Switching to hypoallergenic chow
2013-02-11 22:49:49| Product Reviews by ConsumerSearch.com
Food allergies make up only 10 percent of allergies among dogs and cats -- symptoms include pets scratching and itching their ears, head, neck and forelegs -- but they can be the most frustrating and expensive allergies to manage. If your pet suffers from food allergies, your best bet is a hypoallergenic diet. But getting your pet on the right one takes some time and testing. Fortunately, there are a slew of commercial hypoallergenic brands available, including some that are cheaper (and better, say some experts and consumers) than the prescription brands.read more