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Overview & facts

Spring goes into full bloom, yet you’re in real misery. Others fight battles with certain foods, chemicals, or airborne particles. What causes these reactions?

What are allergies?

This article explains the basics of an allergic reaction. Learn what happens when your immune system goes on high alert.

Causes

Almost anything can trigger an allergy. Read this in-depth article.

The air you breathe, whatever touches your skin, anything you put in your mouth – it’s all got potential for causing an allergy.

Are you at risk?

You can blame heredity, but it’s not that simple. Read on to learn more.

Prevention

Take steps to identify and avoid your allergy triggers and find out how to prevent a serious reaction. Click here.

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