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1. Relieve Allergies the Natural Way
   
   Itchy eyes? Sore throat? Runny nose? Welcome to allergy season.  Over-the-counter medicines will ease your symptoms, but some natural remedies may work, too. Here are a few to consider trying. You can take these in the form of a capsule, drops, or tea. You may already have one proven allergy fighter
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2. 5 Ways to Beat Spring Allergies
   
   Scott M. Schreiber, a chiropractor, knows what it’s like to deal with springtime allergies. His eyes get swollen and itchy. His nose runs and his throat feels sore. “On high pollen days, I can only be outside for a short period of time, which is upsetting when my kids want to play,” Schreiber says.
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3. Get Ready for Spring Allergy Season
   
   Spring means longer days, picnics, and time outdoors. But if you or your child has allergies, it’s time to be on alert, too. Use these tips to avoid triggering your allergies.   As many as 15 million people in the U.S. have these. You’ll want to work with your doctor to find out which foods give you
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4. How Epinephrine Injections Can Help Your Child
   
   If your child has a severe allergy, he could also have a sudden and often dangerous reaction called anaphylaxis. The good news is that his doctor can prescribe an easy-to-give drug called epinephrine that can delay symptoms and buy time in an emergency. The trick is to know what to do with it when y
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5. Have Food Allergies? Still Enjoy Summer Spreads
   
   Summer is prime time for picnics and backyard barbecues. You have to be careful what you put on your plate when you have food allergies, though. Aunt Edna’s potato salad may be a prized family recipe, but what exactly is her secret ingredient? Outdoor meals can spell trouble if you can’t easily spot
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6. Allergic Reactions at School
   
   Many children have allergies. Most never have a dangerous allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. Still, it's best to be prepared. To do that, you need a plan for when your child is at school. An allergist can help. He can use blood and skin tests to find your child's allergy triggers, review her trea
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7. Food Allergies: Protect Your Child at Home and Away
   
   If your child has a food allergy, get ready for a change to your family’s eating habits. Learn what to look out for at home and away to make sure he isn’t exposed to foods that might trigger an allergic reaction. "Finding safe options that children are willing to eat can be a challenge," says Marion
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8. Anaphylaxis: Where to Find Information & Support
   
   If your child has a serious allergy, take him to see a pediatric allergist or immunologist. Your doctor can refer you. This doctor, who specializes in treating kids with allergies, will do tests to find your child's allergy triggers, create a treatment plan for them, and teach you how to manage your
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9. 6 Anaphylaxis Myths and Facts
   
   You could save someone's life if you know how to recognize and handle the dangerous allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. Are you ready? Check to make sure you understand the symptoms, causes, and treatment. Fact: You might picture anaphylaxis as a dramatic, “I can't breathe” problem, but it doesn’t
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10. How to Dodge Your Fall Allergies
    
    Seasonal allergies aren't life-threatening, but they do make 50 million people in the U.S. miserable. And fall is no exception for hay fever. Dani Dumitriu can tell you all about it.  Autumn’s arrival used to be a time of relief for her. The heat and humidity would fall off -- and so would her summe
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