What to Know About Grass Pollen Allergies
Salem, Oregon is filled with lush greenery that makes for beautiful scenery. However, because of that, for those with grass pollen allergies, summer can be a challenging time for symptoms. Understanding how to manage grass pollen allergies can help make the summer more manageable. Understanding Grass Pollen Allergies Allergies occur when the body’s immune system…
What to Do When Your Child Shows Signs of Seasonal Allergies
As the seasons change, many children start displaying symptoms that can often be mistaken for a common cold. However, these symptoms might be signs of hay fever, or seasonal allergies, and are common, with approximately 14 million children experiencing environmental allergies in the U.S. If you’re a parent noticing these signs in your child, it’s…
What To Know About Pediatric Environmental Allergens
Environmental allergies can be a concern for parents if they start to impact a child’s quality of life. Understanding the causes, symptoms and management strategies can help alleviate that concern. Nearly one in five children have a seasonal allergy, according to the CDC. The leading allergens for children are like that of adults. Understanding the…
Protect Your Hearing This Summer
It’s summertime, and the livin’ is easy. But outdoor activities can lead to noise-induced hearing loss if you are not careful. People of all ages should take extra precautions to protect their hearing during the summer months. When the weather is warm, our natural inclination is to go outside. Many popular summer activities can be…
Get Ahead of Fall Ragweed Season With These Late Summer Tips
Buckle up, allergy sufferers—this fall, ragweed season could be a bumpy ride. Research shows that climate change is causing the ragweed pollen season to last three weeks longer than it used to.1 And if fall’s pollen counts are anything like this past spring’s—where daily ragweed pollen counts were 32 times higher than normal—we may…
Custom Swim Plugs Make Water Activities Safer
When summer is in full swing, many people turn to water activities in order to beat the heat. While a refreshing dip provides relief from blistering temperatures, water can pose a hazard to your hearing. By taking precautions and wearing swim plugs before entering the swimming pool, lake or ocean, you can prevent infection and…
When Should I Begin to Take Allergy Precautions Where I Live?
Different allergens peak in different seasons and preparations can be taken to feel your best during the allergy season that affects you most. Salem is not different and is a hotspot for seasonal allergies. More than 100 million people experience allergy symptoms each year, so understanding the local allergens and preparing for them can make…
How Bad Are Allergens Where I Live?
Living somewhere with beautiful outdoor activities can provide triggers for many allergy sufferers, and nearly 100 million people in the U.S. suffer from them. As spring blooms and pollen fills the air, residents often find themselves battling itchy eyes, sneezing fits and congestion. How bad are allergens where you live, and how can you find…
What To Know About Pollen Where I Live
As your city blossoms with foliage and blooms, pollen becomes an unavoidable part of daily life, triggering sneezing fits and itchy eyes. More than 100 million people experience allergies in the U.S. each year. Understanding pollen counts and levels where you live can help you manage your environmental allergy symptoms triggered by pollen. Salem’s temperate…
Happiness from Hearing Devices
Many scientific studies in the past have confirmed the negative impacts associated with hearing loss: depression, anxiety and social isolation. There are positive impacts associated with hearing solutions, as well. A study conducted by the Better Hearing Institute (BHI) supplies overwhelming data about how much of a difference hearing devices can make. The study surveyed…
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