Allergies
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Best air purifiers for allergies 2024
By Molly Cleary last updated
BUYING GUIDE These are the best air purifiers for allergies you can buy in every category, from Levoit Core 600S and GermGuardian AC4825E to RabbitAir A3.
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Could allergies be 'deleted' someday?
By Rebecca Sohn last updated
Two studies pinpoint long-lived immune cells that "remember" allergies and likely sustain them through time.
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Is playing in the dirt good for kids' immune systems?
By Emily Cooke published
Experts explain why it's healthy to let your children occasionally play in the dirt — and it may not be for the reasons you assume.
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Can you really be allergic to the sun?
By Anna Gora published
A number of medical conditions can cause an allergic reaction to ultraviolet light from the sun.
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What causes metal allergies?
By Anna Gora published
The symptoms of a metal allergy can vary in severity, but why do they happen?
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The 5 most common seasonal allergies
By Anna Gora published
From weed pollen to mold, these are the five most common culprits behind seasonal allergies in the U.S.
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Do dehumidifiers help with allergies?
By Lawrie Jones last updated
Reference We answer the essential question: do dehumidifiers help with allergies?
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What is a milk allergy?
By Anna Gora last updated
We explain the causes, symptoms and ways to manage a milk allergy
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