Monthly Archives: September 2007

Why Allergies?

Posted on September 28, 2007 by Dan Buglio

  An Interesting Tie Between Good Health and Atopic Tendencies     The process of an allergic reaction is an intricately orchestrated response from an individuals immune system to fend off what the body sees to be threatening intruders. Eyes water … Continue reading →

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Air Fresheners Under Scrutiny for Unhealthy Ingredients

Posted on September 26, 2007 by Dan Buglio

Air fresheners have seen an alarming surge in popularity over the past thirty years, but their fragrant effects may come along with some unsavory health effects. It might seem like there can’t be anything wrong with a product like air freshener … Continue reading →

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Most Parents Don’t Know About “Sick School Syndrome”

Posted on September 21, 2007 by Dan Buglio

It is often taken for granted that schools are key to the spread of illness from child to child (or child to teacher). But beyond the nagging colds, stomach viruses and other more temporary maladies, did you know that your child … Continue reading →

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Fall Dust Allergies

Posted on September 19, 2007 by Dan Buglio

If dust and dust mites are the bane of your existence, then you should read this article. If you know that you are allergic to dust mites, mold spores, animal dander, mice, cockroaches or pollen, you can assume that dust will be … Continue reading →

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A Familiar Killer

Posted on September 14, 2007 by Dan Buglio

Take a moment and consider how many lives are torn apart by an element that is most likely present in your own environment: What could this ominous “it” be? Maybe “it” is a lethal dose of radon, or maybe a choking amount … Continue reading →

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Children More Sensitive to Air Quality Related Cancers

Posted on September 12, 2007 by Dan Buglio

Concerns about air quality have triggered a burgeoning campaign to spread information about the risks associated with pollution, both indoors and outdoors. The true concern stems from research that reflects a correspondence between an increase in disease and increase in contaminants … Continue reading →

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In The News: “Smoker’s Cough” Affects Non-Smokers

Posted on September 7, 2007 by Dan Buglio

Here’s a Quick Summary: The number of individuals affected by Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), commonly called “Smoker’s Cough” has been found to be just as prevalent in non-smokers as in current or past smokers. Public awareness of the disease is … Continue reading →

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