Blogs
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…
New Guidelines for Introducing Peanut-Containing Foods to Infants
Approximately 2 percent of American children have some form of peanut allergy. The fact that some peanut allergies are so severe that they can lead to a life-threatening reaction known as anaphylaxis has…
Can a Peanut Allergy Go Away?
Of the many food allergies affecting Atlanta children, a peanut allergy is one of the most concerning. If not carefully monitored and treated correctly, peanut allergies…
What Are Pollen Allergy Symptoms?
There are many types of allergies affecting Atlanta adults and children, but one of the most prevalent is a pollen allergy. Each spring and summer, pollen causes much…
How Can I Get Tested for Allergic Asthma?
If you experience breathing difficulties after encountering allergens such as pollen, it is important to get tested for allergic asthma. Allergic asthma is a common form of asthma that is…
What Is an Insect Allergy?
Of all the various types of allergies, insect stings and bites are among the most dangerous. Each year, many Atlanta residents are admitted to emergency rooms after experiencing severe…
How Can I Treat My Child’s Spring Allergies?
Of all the various types of allergies affecting children, spring allergies can be the most aggravating and uncomfortable. Spring allergies often impact both physical and mental health…
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)…
