Posts Tagged ‘asthma’

Pollen Count – May 10, 2021

POLLEN COUNT ALERT: There are HIGH concentrations of Trees (Mulberry, Hickory, Pecan and Willow) and Grass. There are LOW concentrations of Weeds (Sheep Sorrel, Dock) and Mold.

Asthma and COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic is scary for all people, but for those with asthma there is great fear that they will have a worse outcome or be more likely to get the virus that causes COVID-19. It is important to know that currently there is no evidence of increased infection rates in those with asthma. And […]

Pollen Count Alert: May 13, 2019

Pollen Count Update: There are High concentrations of Grass and Low concentrations of Weeds, Trees (Hickory, Pecan, Mulberry) and Mold. Visit the website to get the full report. pollen.faaccares.com Do you have questions? Our board-certified allergists and staff are here to help. Call 972.539.0086 or contact us.

Is Asthma Affecting Your Child’s Attendance?

If asthma is affecting your child’s school attendance, our board-certified allergists and staff can provide a personal plan to find relief. “Asthma is the most common chronic illness in childhood, accounting for 13.8 million missed school days each year,” says allergist Todd Mahr, MD, ACAAI president. “A very low proportion of the children in this […]

Pollen Count Alert: January 9, 2019

POLLEN COUNT ALERT: There are MODERATE concentrations of Trees (Juniper family, Cedar, and Elm). There are low concentrations of Mold. Click here to get the full report.   Don’t let allergies or asthma get in the way of your life. Our board-certified allergists are here to help you. Call 972.539.0086 or click here to learn more […]

Weather Alert: Freeze Watch Tonight

A Freeze Watch is in effect for parts of North Texas late Friday night, November 9 into mid Saturday morning, November 10. Temperatures are expected to be 31 degrees or lower for several hours. Subfreezing temperatures between 27 and 32 degrees are forecast for the North Texas area. Cold, dry air is a common asthma […]

EPA Rule Causes Allergy & Asthma Network Concern

Allergy & Asthma Network voiced concern today regarding the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposal for the Affordable Clean Energy (ACE) rule to replace the Clean Power Plan.  The Clean Power Plan established emission guidelines for states to follow in limiting carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from certain fossil fuel-fired power plants. There are people in the United […]

Allergy and Asthma Alert: Excessive Heat Warning

ALLERGY AND ASTHMA ALERT: Very hot temperatures are expected through this weekend. All of North and Central Texas is under an Excessive Heat Warning today through Sunday. Temperatures will rise to well past the century mark each afternoon, with temperatures likely to reach record levels in many locations. Click here for the National Weather Service […]

2108 Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month

Each year, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) declares May to be National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. AAFA reports that over 24.5 million people in the U.S. suffer from asthma and more than 50 million Americans live with various types of allergies.  We are excited to offer a special series this month […]