Allergy and Asthma

Millions of Canadians suffer from allergies and asthma. When your immune system identifies a normally harmless material as a threat, it can set off symptoms like sniffles, sneezes, rashes, or breathing problems.
Hay fever
You may have heard the term "hay fever," but seasonal allergies, also known as allergic rhinitis, can be triggered by different types of pollen, but not by hay. read more >
Poison ivy
Contact dermatitis is another kind of allergy, one that appears as a skin rash. One of the most common triggers of contact dermatitis in the great outdoors is poison ivy. read more >
Allergy shots
If you have severe allergies, you or your allergist might have considered "allergy shots." But are all those needles worth it? For some people, the answer is "yes." read more >
Parent power fights asthma
You can be your child's most important ally in controlling asthma. read more >
A nose for relief?
Your medication may be available in more formulations than you realized. Here's a look at the pros and cons of nasal sprays. read more >



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