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What Causes Spring Allergies? Testing, Treatment Infographic
For vast numbers of people, spring is a time defined by allergies. In fact, according to AAFA.org data, 19.2 million Americans suffer from hay fever (allergic rhinitis)…
What Are the Symptoms of Food Allergies?
Food allergies are a growing concern for Atlanta parents, with cases growing to unprecedented new levels. While you or your child will likely experience only a mild reaction, food allergies…
Why Is My Child’s Asthma Worse at Night?
Asthma is a common condition impacting around one in 10 children. While some children will find that their asthma goes away in later years, others are forced to deal with this chronic condition throughout their lives…
Why Should I Get Allergy Tested?
Allergies impact over 50 million Americans each year and are a chief cause of chronic illnesses. Sadly, most individuals never seek professional allergy testing to really understand their condition…
Why Does Cold Weather Cause ENT Issues?
As temperatures fall, the cold weather brings a host of ear, nose and throat (ENT) issues for Atlanta-area residents. So are colds, sore throats and ear infections caused by…
What Are Food Allergies
It is highly likely that you or people you know are suffering from a food allergy. In fact, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America reports that in 2014, 5.4 percent of US children under age 18 had food allergies…
Dr. Chacko Explains Outdoor Allergies & Exercise
Do you believe having allergies or asthma takes exercise off the table? Not so fast – exercise is still important for the body, including the lungs. Here’s what you need…
Dr. Chacko on WSB-TV – Smog Alert Warnings
We are definitely seeing more air quality “smog alert” warnings these days. Dr. Chacko explains why, and details how those of us with asthma, COPD, or other lung…
Dr. Chacko Discussing Peanut Allergies on Headline News
As research brings new info, today’s data-based treatment practices for peanut allergies have changed. Watch to get the latest news, including desensitization to…
Spring Allergies HLN Interview with Dr. Chacko
If you’re one of the many whose allergies kick up when spring arrives, get Dr. Chacko’s views on treatment options including antihistamines, the saline rinse of the neti…
Peanut Allergy Treatment Shows Promise
Can consuming the allergen bring benefits to those with peanut allergy? Oral immunotherapy (OIT) is the monitored, very gradual introduction of an allergen…
Dr. Chacko Discussing the Latest in Peanut Allergy on CNN
More children today have a peanut allergy, with rates tripling in 20 years. Dr. Chacko explains the latest thinking and practices on peanut allergy, and what this…
