Coping^® with Allergies & Asthma Magazine Table of Contents

5 On the Cover: Pollen, Pollen Everywhere!
For allergy fighters, pollen levels can be a useful tool. Find out how they can help you reduce your symptoms.

6 Out of Shape? Or Do You Have Exercise-Induced Asthma?
Exercise can trigger asthma symptoms in people who have no other triggers and do not experience asthma under any other circumstances.

8 When Allergies Get to Your Eyes
Allergic conjunctivitis can turn your baby blues (and browns) into itchy, watery, painful red orbs.

10 Got Mold?
Then get the facts about household mold and dampness.

11 Drug Allergies – What You Should Know
Many drugs can cause irritation; however, during an allergic reaction, histamines are released, causing symptoms such as hives, skin rash, and swelling in the mouth and throat.

12 Spring into Action Against Seasonal Allergies
Put a stop to your allergy symptoms with the right medication.

13 Affording Medications in a Tough Economy
These tips can help you get the medicines you need when money is tight.

14 Living with Asthma
Successful asthma treatment requires you to take an active role in your care.

16 Wondering Why You Get Hives?
Get to the bottom of what’s causing your itching and get relief.

17 Recognizing Asthma in Your Young Child
A cough at night. A cold that doesn’t go away. A whistling sound when breathing out. These are all signs that your child may have asthma.

18 Spring Cleaning: The Allergy & Asthma Friendly Way
Learn how to keep your home clean and free of allergy and asthma triggers.

19 Breathing Easier with COPD

20 Swing into Spring Symptom- Free with Immunotherapy
Allergy shots can significantly reduce allergy symptoms in some people.

21 New Developments Improve Food Allergy Management
Less restrictive dietary options, better detection, and potential new therapies offer hope to people with food allergies.

23 Allergic Asthma A to Z
Your guide to all things allergic asthma.

25 What You Should Know about Nosebleeds
Did you know that allergies can cause nosebleeds? Find out how to prevent them – and stop them if they start.

26 Does Your Job Make You Itch and Wheeze?
Occupational contact dermatitis and asthma are two of the most common work-related health issues.

Departments

News 4
FDA Update 22
Fighters Network 27