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Beyond the airway and into the brain, yeast impairs memory in mice

January 31, 2019 airway disease, Allergies, Alzheimer's Disease, C. albicans, Dementia, FIGG, fungal infection, fungus, sepsis, yeast

An increasing number of clinical observations indicates that fungi are becoming a more common cause of upper airway allergic diseases such as asthma, as well

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Tips help relieve seasonal allergies and sinus infections

January 29, 2019 Allergies, Healthcare, Nicole Blanton, Sinus infections

Cold symptoms and allergies can be a real nuisance this time of year. While seasonal allergies are inevitable for many, experts at Baylor College of

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Could your seasonal allergy flare ups be allergic rhinitis?

February 26, 2018 allergic rhinitis, Allergies, Healthcare, Jordan Garner, Nicole Blanton, otolaryngology

Allergy flare ups can be a true nuisance and cause you to miss out on your favorite activities. But what if the runny nose and

From The Labs

Friend and foe: Histamine mediates allergies and can fight colorectal cancer

December 19, 2017 Allergies, Colorectal Cancer, histamine, histidine decarboxylase, inflammation, L. reuteri, probiotics, tumor growth, tumorigenesis

Previous studies have shown that histamine is not only involved in allergic disease, it also may have a potential antitumor effect. At Baylor College of

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Tips help keep indoor allergies at bay

July 11, 2017 Allergies, Dr. David Corry, Immunology Allergy and Rheumatology

Although you may be concerned about allergic reactions due to outdoor pollen, indoor allergens can be as great a risk, especially during summer months. Dr.

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Sensitive skin? Don’t shy away from sunscreen

July 14, 2015 Allergies, Dermatology, Dr. Rajani Katta, Healthcare, Houston, sensitive skin, sunblock, Sunscreen

Does sensitive skin keep you from slathering on sunscreen? Dr. Rajani Katta, professor of dermatology at Baylor College of Medicine, said fragrances or ingredients are likely to

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It’s spring time! But why am I hoarse?

April 22, 2015 Allergies, Baylor College of Medicine, cold, Dr. Mas Takashima, Felicia Carter, Healthcare, Houston, Institute for Voice and Swallowing, otolaryngology, The Sinus Center at Baylor College of Medicine, voice

Spring is here! Aren’t we so glad to be out of winter? With seasonal changes, people often experience upper respiratory infections, allergies or a cold,

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What’s the scoop on food allergies, weight gain, and disabilities?

April 3, 2015 Allergies, Center for Research on Women with Disabilities, CROWD, disability, Dr. Tracey Ledoux, food allergies, GoWoman, Healthcare, Houston, Margaret A. Nosek, Nutrition, Nutrition and Wellness, Weight Management Program

In a comment from one of our astute readers, the topic of food allergies came up. I was stumped. Maybe I’m not alone in trying

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Sleeping with pet may aggravate sleep issues

January 23, 2015 Allergies, Audrey M. Marks, cats, dogs, Dr. Mary Rose, pets, Sleep, sleep medicine, wellness

He may be man’s best friend, but if you have problems sleeping Dr. Mary Rose, a sleep expert at Baylor College of Medicine says you

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Sinuses can be a pain in the head, not neck

March 11, 2014 Allergies, congestion, Dr. Mas Takashima, Headaches, Healthcare, otolaryngology, sinus, Sinus infections, The Sinus Center at Baylor College of Medicine

That troublesome headache might not be a migraine or brought on by tension. It could be caused by sinus trouble, according Dr. Mas Takashima, assistant