How to Stay Safe While Getting ENT Care During COVID
More than a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve made great strides in terms of finding new ways to connect with one another, including our doctors. Telehealth has been key for many to access the care they need. But with vaccine rollouts, we’re beginning to transition to a new normal, where we can see each…
Are You Prepared for Fall Allergies?
You may think that the changing of the leaves signals the end of allergy season, but for some, it is only the beginning. In order to help you prepare for fall allergy season, we’ve compiled some information you may not know. Hay Fever Has Nothing to Do with Hay Hay fever is actually a general…
Can Humidifiers Help with Your Allergies?
When you’re experiencing itchy, watery eyes, runny or stuffy nose, scratchy throat and sneezing, you’ll do just about anything to find relief. Fortunately, there’s one easy step you can take to help manage your allergy symptoms: use a humidifier. We review how humidifiers can help with allergies below. How Humidifiers Provide Allergy Relief Allergies are…
How to Tell Whether It’s Allergies or a Cold
As we transition into cooler fall weather, it can be challenging to tell whether that scratchy throat and runny nose you’re experiencing is from allergies or a cold. Below we review the causes and symptoms of each as well as how to tell which you likely are suffering from. What Causes Allergies? Your immune system…
Take Advantage of Our Audiology Awareness Month Discounts
Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that leaves you feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to learn about life changes that can help make for a better tomorrow. As an ongoing promotion for Audiology Awareness Month, we’re proud to offer $250 off one,…
Skip the Shot with Allergy Drops
If you have allergies, it means your immune system mistakes harmless substances, like grass at East Fairmount Park, for dangerous intruders and attacks. During this reaction, your immune system releases antibodies called Immunoglobulin E (IgE), which triggers your cells to release histamine. Histamine is responsible for allergy symptoms such as increased mucus production, swelling and…
Preparing Yourself for Autumn Allergies
Autumn is upon us which brings cooler temperatures, changing leaves, and a never-ending assortment of pumpkin-spiced treats. For some of us, it also brings seasonal allergies. While most people associate seasonal allergies with springtime, many suffer from autumn allergies as well. If you find yourself stocking up on antihistamines the second summer ends, read below…
How to Tell the Difference Between Allergies & the Delta Variant of COVID-19
In this day and age, and especially this time of year, it can be difficult to tell whether that runny nose and cough you’re experiencing are due to allergies or the new COVID-19 variant. Below is a guide to help you determine which you’re likely suffering from and what your next steps should be. Symptoms…
Tips for Controlling Pet Allergies
If you, like many, got a new furry friend from PAWS Adoption Center during the COVID-19 lockdown, you’re enjoying all the benefits of bonding with an animal. However, you may have come to the unfortunate realization that you have pet allergies. Fortunately, there are many ways to manage pet allergies, which we review below. Get…
Why Your Allergies May Be Worse Indoors
If you experience itchy, watery eyes, congestion, runny nose, sneezing, wheezing, eczema or a rash, you may be attributing your symptoms to outdoor allergens such as pollen at Aviator Park. However, if you notice your symptoms are just as bad or worse indoors, you’re likely reacting to indoor allergens. Below we review how indoor allergies…
