Ep. 95: How Allergic Reactions Work - The Science Behind Allergy Symptoms
What happens during an allergic reaction? This podcast explains how IgE antibodies and histamine trigger symptoms, plus the difference between allergies and intolerances.
Ep. 57: What are Ocular Allergies?
Itchy, watery eyes? Could it be an ocular allergy? Dr. Luk joins Dr. G, and Kortney as they unravel the world of ocular allergies. Discover types, treatments, and prevention tips for itchy, red, and watery eyes. Tune in now!
Ep. 55: What is a venom allergy?
Are you afraid of a bee allergic? Do you think you are allergic to wasps? In this venom allergy, we explore the underlying mechanisms behind allergic reactions to venom while addressing crucial topics like anaphylaxis risks, testing complexities, and effective treatment options, and more!
Ep. 47: The impacts of climate change and health
Dr. Neelu Tummala joins us to discuss how we are seeing the direct effects of climate change on human health. She also shares ways that both patients and doctors can take action to help combat climate change.
Ep. 46: The connection between allergy, headache and migraine
How are headaches related to allergies? We explore all things headaches and migraines and lay out the connection between headaches and allergies.
Ep. 45: The importance of sleep and allergies
What is the importance of sleep for allergies, asthma and eczema? Sleep is the center of health, so naturally, it would have an impact on asthma and environmental allergies. We unpack what good sleep looks like, how to figure out if you are getting enough sleep, and of course how sleep impacts allergies and vice versa.
Ep. 44 What is Oral Immunotherapy
What is Oral Immunotherapy, OIT? We discuss what OIT is and how it is performed, plus the pros and cons of choosing this therapy for food allergies.
Ep. 43: Food Allergy Myth Busting Part 2
Busting some common food allergy myths, from questions about the likelihood of developing an allergy to the dangers of removing foods out of your diet without doctor supervision.
Ep. 42: What are cross-reactive allergens?
Cross-reactivity in allergens: oral allergy syndrome (OAS), also known as pollen food allergy syndrome. This episode explores whether you could be allergic to a food that is cross-reactive to one of your allergens. Plus, what tests are available to determine whether it is a true allergen or something like OAS, and more!
Ep. 41: Climate change’s impact on asthma and allergies
We discuss air quality and climate change’s impact on asthma and allergies. The factors that can impact air quality and how this impacts our health, focusing mainly on asthma and seasonal allergies.
Ep. 35: How to treat environmental allergies (allergies of the eyes and nose)
How to treat allergies of the eyes and nose. We explore the different treatments available to help with environmental allergies.
Ep. 34: What are allergies of the eyes and nose (environmental allergies)
A deep dive episode about allergic conjunctivitis and allergic rhinitis, also known as allergies of the eyes and nose respectively.