How to Tell if Your Child Is Developing Allergies
April 17th, 2026
Spring is such an exciting time for our kids! After months of cold weather and rain, they can ride their bikes, draw with chalk and start gearing up for spring sports season. However, if your kid seems to have a sniffly nose every time they come back in after playing outside, it might be worth…Read More
How to Tell if It’s Allergies or a Cold
April 10th, 2026
We had very little frost in Salem this year, meaning plants popped up sooner, and allergy season arrived faster and with more force than in years prior. But cold season isn’t loosening its grip, either. If you’ve got a sniffly nose, you may be unsure whether it’s being caused by the pollen or a virus….Read More
Is It Allergies or a Cold Snap Reaction?
March 27th, 2026

The space between winter and spring can bring a lot of confusion about what your symptoms mean: flu season isn’t over yet, allergy season is starting and the inconsistent weather we get this time of year can have all kinds of effects on your sinuses. If you have a sniffly nose, you may be wondering…Read More
The Science Behind Oregon’s Allergy Season
March 20th, 2026
As much as we love the Willamette Valley’s temperate climate and gorgeous flora, these can contribute to the severity of allergies. There are many factors that make the allergy season in central Oregon as brutal as it is; here are some of them. Temperate Climate Most people live in temperate zones, due to their wide…Read More
What’s Blooming in the Willamette Valley Right Now
March 13th, 2026
It’s March, which means allergy season is on our doorstep once again. If your allergy symptoms have already begun, it’s helpful to know exactly which pollen or other allergen is behind your annoying symptoms. We put together a quick guide on what’s in season in March and April so you can narrow down your culprit(s)….Read More
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