Woman vacuuming to remove dust mites and reduce allergy symptoms

Can Dust Mites Trigger an Asthma Flare-Up?

  Restless nights. Sneezing fits. Tightness in your chest. These symptoms are common when dust mites are present. If you’re feeling unwell within your own home, this allergen may be to blame. While they may be small but mighty, they are not impossible to defeat. In South Florida’s warm, humid climate, dust mites thrive year-round,

Adult man completing a spirometry test to evaluate lung function for asthma diagnosis

What to Expect from Allergic Asthma Testing

  Struggling with wheezing, coughing or shortness of breath…especially after being around pollen, dust or pets? You could be dealing with allergic asthma, a common form of asthma that’s triggered by allergens like mold, pollen and pet dander—all of which thrive in Florida’s warm, humid climate. But how can you be sure? The answer starts

Back-to-School Allergy Survival Guide

Prepare. Protect. Empower. Back-to-school season is usually filled with fresh notebooks, new shoes, and maybe a few first-day jitters. But for parents of children with food allergies, it can also bring waves of anxiety. Because let’s face it, every birthday cupcake, snack swap, or cafeteria lunch can feel like a hidden danger. If your child

Man sneezing next to allergy medication at a Florida home

Allergy Shots vs. Over-the-Counter Allergy Medications

  Seasonal sneezing and itchy eyes got you down? You’re not alone. More than 100 million Americans suffer from some type of allergy each year. Seasonal allergies are common in Florida, where warm weather and high pollen levels can trigger sneezing and itchy eyes almost year-round. While over-the-counter (OTC) medications provide fast relief, they may

Woman and dog in a Florida home living free of pet allergy symptoms

Tips to Manage Pet Allergies at Home

  Pet allergies are common throughout Florida, where many households include cats, dogs, and other furry companions. The state’s warm, humid climate can make allergy management more difficult due to increased indoor allergens like dust mites and mold. Love your pet but not the sneezing? You’re not alone. Pets bring joy, comfort and unconditional love—but