Articles about "hayfever" 8
Hayfever
Hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, is a seasonal allergic reaction to airborne allergens, such as pollen, that get into the upper respiratory system and affect the eyes, nose, throat . . .
Ear infections
Most children have had at least one ear infection by the time they reach the preschool years and babies are especially vulnerable because the Eustachian tubes that connect their ears to the ba . . .
Allergies and intolerances explained
Food allergies and intolerances are actually two separate issues.
An allergy – be it to food or an environmental allergen – stems from the immune system, and is an abnormal response . . .
Foods to avoid
When you are pregnant your immune system functions at a slightly lower level than normal, so you can be at risk from infections passed on through food.
Pregnancy and medication.
Taking medicine while pregnant can be a tricky and confusing process. That is why it is always best and safest to consult with a doctor before taking any medicine during your pregnancy.
Breastfeeding doesn't protect babies from Asthma
According to a new study, breastfeeding does not protect children from developing Asthma, or any other allergies.The trial involved more than 13,000 women and children and found no evidence that it de . . .
To eat peanuts or not?
A new report out next week will site that Britain's allergy epidemic is being fuelled by Government advice to stop eating peanuts during pregnancy and to avoid giving peanuts to children at an early a . . .
Conjunctivitis (pinkeye)
Conjunctivitis is a pretty common childhood illness as it’s highly infectious and easily spread between children playing in close proximity to each other. It can be caused by a virus (likely i . . .