Blogs
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…
What Are the Ways to Prevent Anaphylaxis?
Anyone who has witnessed a person going into anaphylactic shock will understand the seriousness of this condition. Following allergen exposure…
What Are the Symptoms of a Peanut Allergy?
For many people with a peanut allergy, even the smallest exposure to the food is likely to cause an allergic reaction…
Why Are Sinus Headaches Common in the Winter?
For many people in Atlanta, the colder temperatures of winter are an unfortunate reminder of chronic sinus headaches. Persistent head pain, congestion…
How Effective Are Skin Allergy Tests?
Skin allergy tests are the primary method of diagnosing a wide range of allergic conditions. Requiring only a brief appointment with your…
What Types of Allergies Are More Serious?
Allergies are a common source of daily irritation for adults and children across the country. And with many types of allergies impacting Atlanta families, there is certainly…
What Are the Main Allergy Treatment Options?
For numerous people in the Atlanta area, allergies are a significant detriment to their quality of life. Fortunately, targeted allergy treatments…
