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    Is It Allergies or a Cold? How to Tell the Difference

    December 19, 2019

    With many of the same symptoms, it can be hard to tell if what you're experiencing is allergies or a cold. Discover the difference. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z

    Tagged with: allergies, common cold

    allergies or cold symptoms
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    Is It Possible to Suddenly Develop Allergies?

    January 21, 2019

    It can be challenging determining if the symptoms you’re experiencing are allergies or something else. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: allergies, allergy testing

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    What Is Mucus? Surprising Facts About Your Phlegm

    January 25, 2018

    It may be gross, but mucus actually serves as an important bodily substance. Read to learn what's healthy and what's not, and exactly what is mucus. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

    Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: allergies, mucus, mucus facts, nasal, sinus

    What is mucus? Learn what mucus does for your body.
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    The Buzz on Bee Pollen: Is It Good for Your Health?

    June 7, 2016

    Learn about the health benefits and risks of consuming bee pollen, royal jelly, and other bee derived products. Learn More

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: allergies, Asthma, bee products, cold symptoms

    Learn about the benefits of bee pollen
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    How to Beat Your Spring Allergies

    May 7, 2016

    This year, enjoy spring: Learn about what causes spring allergies, and what you can do to minimize spring allergy symptoms. Learn More

    Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: allergies, featured posts, hay fever, mobile featured, seasonal allergies, spring allergy symptoms

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    Why Is My Voice Hoarse?

    April 13, 2016

    An occasional hoarse voice is normal. Learn more about what causes hoarseness and find out when you should consult with a voice specialist. Learn More

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: allergies, dystonia, GERD, hoarseness, laryngeal cancer, laryngitis, Parkinson's disease, smoking, stroke, thyroid disease, voice

    hoarse throat
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    What Makes Your Nose Bleed?

    March 4, 2016

    Nose bleeds (epistaxis) may be alarming, but they're also quite common. Learn about the common causes of nose bleeds. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Ear Nose and Throat

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: allergies, bleeding, blood thinners, cold, epistaxis, first aid, high blood pressure, nose bleed, sinus infection

    What Makes Your Nose Bleed
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    How To Treat Eye Discharge

    January 30, 2016

    Eye discharge is common with seasonal allergies, but it can also signal an infection. Know what to look for and how to treat it at home. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Eye Center

    Categorized as: Eye Health

    Tagged with: allergies, Blepharitis, conjunctivitis, discharge, eyes, pinkeye, seasonal allergies, Stye

    how to treat eye discharge
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    Do You Need an Air Purifier?

    November 9, 2015

    Are air purifiers helpful to people with asthma, allergies, or other respiratory issues? Read this blog article to learn about their benefits. Learn More

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: air filters, air purifiers, allergies, Asthma, pollutants

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