If you’ve ever reached for an antihistamine during allergy season or after breaking out in hives, you’ve probably had to choose between something like Benadryl and something like Zyrtec. Both block histamine. Both can quiet your symptoms. But they work differently, and for most people managing seasonal allergies or urticaria,
Is there such a thing as a water allergy? Many people who experience hives, burning, or intense itching after contact with water describe their condition as a water allergy. The term makes intuitive sense, but it isn’t technically accurate. True allergic reactions involve the immune system producing IgE antibodies against
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Breztri Aerosphere (budesonide/glycopyrrolate/formoterol fumarate) for the maintenance treatment of asthma in adults and adolescents aged 12 and older. The approval, announced on April 28, 2026, makes Breztri the first single-inhaler triple therapy authorized for asthma in patients as young as 12 —
Last week, Kai Trump, the 18-year-old granddaughter of President Donald Trump, shared a candid moment from her Masters Tournament trip, at Augusta National, which many people with sensitive skin will immediately recognize. While getting ready one evening, she used a hotel hand soap to remove her makeup and woke up
Guest Author Simon Bunyatov DBF Studio 110 E 40th St #201, New York, NY 10016 · (917) 681-4821 · simon@dbfstudio.com Renovating a single-provider office is one thing. Renovating a space where multiple doctors — often across different specialties — share walls, waiting areas, and building systems is a different project
The FDA has approved a significant update to Neffy (epinephrine nasal spray), removing the minimum age requirement for the 1 mg formulation. Announced on March 27, 2026, the change means any patient — child or adult — who weighs at least 33 pounds can now use Neffy as a first-line
If you or your child uses Flovent HFA to manage asthma, there’s some exciting news — a generic version is now available, which means you may soon pay significantly less for the same medication. What Is Flovent HFA and What Is It Used For? Flovent HFA is an inhaler many
A President’s Day Look at the Commanders-in-Chief Who Faced Airborne Adversaries When we think of presidential challenges, we often imagine foreign policy crises, economic downturns, or political gridlock. But for many of our nation’s leaders, some of their most persistent battles were fought against an invisible enemy: allergens. From pollen
Valentine’s Day is supposed to be about love, romance, and feeling your best with that special someone. But for millions of people with allergies, February 14th can bring unexpected sniffles, hives, or worse. From the bouquet on your doorstep to that goodnight kiss, romantic gestures may be hiding allergens that
Historic measure honors memory of Elijah Silvera and aims to prevent tragic allergic reaction deaths New York, NY – December 8, 2024 In a landmark decision for allergy safety, the New York City Council has passed legislation requiring all public schools and childcare facilities to maintain epinephrine auto-injectors (EpiPens) on-site
A tragic case has brought alpha-gal syndrome into the spotlight after a New Jersey man’s death was linked to this rare but serious allergy triggered by tick bites. This condition, primarily caused by the lone star tick, can transform a simple meal containing red meat into a life-threatening emergency. Understanding
Histamine is a chemical compound that plays a vital role in your immune system, digestive function, and nervous system. While histamine serves essential functions in the body, some individuals develop an inability to break down histamine properly, resulting in a condition known as histamine intolerance. This occurs when the body
