Monthly Archives: February 2009

Allerca Creates Hypoallergenic Cat

Posted on February 24, 2009 by Dan Buglio

  Finally, a truly hypoallergenic cat makes his television debut on the Rachel Ray Show.  A company named Allerca has targeted the gene found in cats that causes allergies.  Over the years, Allerca has genetically altered their cats through selective breeding, so that otherwise allergic cat … Continue reading →

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids Protect Children From Allergies

Posted on February 20, 2009 by Dan Buglio

A recent study from Sweden’s Linkoping University found that babies were less likely to develop early allergic reactions if their mothers consumed an increased amount of fish oil (containing high amounts of Omega-3 fatty acids) during their pregnancy.  The mothers chosen for the … Continue reading →

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A Closer Look at Dust Mites

Posted on February 18, 2009 by Dan Buglio

 This video should give you a better idea of what is crawling around in your bed.  If you ever wake up in the morning to itchy eyes that you can barely open, a headache or stuffed up nose, then you … Continue reading →

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Understanding COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)

Posted on February 13, 2009 by Dan Buglio

Here’s some quick facts about COPD: COPD is rated as the 4th leading cause of death in the United States. Nearly half of COPD patients are under the age of 65. COPD is an umbrella term for when a patient … Continue reading →

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Weak Economy = More Smokers?

Posted on February 11, 2009 by Dan Buglio

This video reveals how a weakening economy may impact the smoking prevention programs and campaigns throughout the United States.  Tobacco companies currently spend $19 on advertising for every $1 spent by the United States on tobacco prevention.  Tobacco companies have … Continue reading →

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