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…
How Do the Different Types of Tree Pollen Impact Allergies?
As one of the most common allergies, hay fever or seasonal allergic rhinitis is a source of much discomfort for many Atlanta residents…
Peanut Allergy OIT Success Story – Caitlyn’s Daughter, Lane
Watch the personal story told by Lane’s mother, Caitlyn, about the successful treatment of Lane’s peanut allergy through Dr. Chacko’s Oral …
What Are the Best Sinusitis Treatments?
Across Atlanta, people of all ages will be familiar with the nasal congestion, headaches, nasal discharge and fatigue caused by sinusitis…
What Test Do They Use to Identify Asthma?
Diagnosis and treatment are two crucial factors for delivering a better quality of life for Atlanta asthma patients. As part of this process, a procedure…
What Allergies Does a Skin Prick Allergy Test Diagnose?
Allergy testing is an important stage in determining if you or your child are allergic to a specific substance. Without the precise information derived…
What Does an Allergist Treat?
While most people are well-aware of allergies and what that means, less is known about the role of an allergist…
