Allergy Tests: Skin Prick vs. Blood Tests
August 15th, 2025
If you’ve been suffering from allergy symptoms, you’re not alone: over 30% of Americans have allergies. Common allergy symptoms include sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, facial pressure and a sore throat. The best way to treat allergy symptoms is to avoid your allergy triggers in the first place. However, you can’t avoid your allergy triggers…Read More
Managing Your Pet Allergies
July 31st, 2025
Pets bring joy to countless households, but they can also trigger uncomfortable allergy symptoms. If you’re struggling with pet allergies, understanding the causes and finding ways to reduce exposure can help you coexist with your furry friends. What Causes Pet Allergies? Pet allergies aren’t caused by fur itself but by proteins found in animals’ dander…Read More
How to Identify and Remove Ragweed
July 18th, 2025
Although the Willamette Valley is considered the grass seed capital of the world, weeds still play a major role for many allergy sufferers in Northern Oregon. Although it has improved over the years, ragweed, commonly found in the Midwest, still has a strong hold in the Willamette Valley and parts of Southwest Oregon. That makes…Read More
What to Know About the Effect of Pollen on Your Skin
June 30th, 2025
Pollen can cause sneezing, itchy eyes and runny noses, but your skin can also suffer from exposure to this common allergen. For some individuals, pollen doesn’t just irritate the airways; it can trigger uncomfortable skin reactions that may last throughout allergy season. Understanding how pollen interacts with your skin can help you better manage symptoms…Read More
How to Tell the Difference Between Allergies and Sensitivities
June 23rd, 2025
Though allergies and sensitivities may cause similar symptoms, they originate from very different biological processes and require distinct management strategies. Being able to tell them apart, especially when environmental factors like dust, mold or pollen are involved, can make a big difference in how you respond to and reduce your discomfort. Defining Allergies Allergies occur…Read More
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