Asthma
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Mold Allergy Quiz

Molds are microscopic fungi that live on plant and animal matter. They're everywhere in our environment. Learn about mold allergy by taking this multiple-choice quiz.

Weather and Your Health Quiz

The weather has more to do with your health than you might realize. Learn more about the weather and you by taking this multiple-choice quiz.

Triggers for Asthma Attacks

Asthma triggers include pollen, mold, animal dander, and air pollutants such as tobacco smoke.

Free Your Home of Asthma Triggers

Common asthma triggers are dust mites, pets and pet dander, cockroaches, mold, tobacco smoke and pollen.

Allergens: Pollen

Pollen is the most common cause of seasonal allergic rhinitis, sometimes known as "hay fever."

Allergens: Mold

Mold spores or fragments may be inhaled through the nose and into the lungs, where they cause allergic reactions or asthma.

Mold Can Affect Your Health

People with asthma, allergies, or other breathing conditions may be more sensitive to mold.

Allergens: Animals

Household pets, like cats and dogs, are the most common sources of animal allergens.

Allergens: Dust and Dust Mites

Dust mites are microscopic organisms that can live and thrive throughout homes and businesses.

Monster Mites

It's not the dust mite itself that causes trouble for people, but its shed skin and fecal matter. These substances bring misery to millions of allergy sufferers.

Air Filters, Dehumidifiers and Humidifiers

Here are some helpful tips for understanding the air in your house and the air-quality appliances that can alter it.

Keep Autumn Triggers Under Control

Autumn means pumpkins, colorful leaves and, for some, worries about asthma.

Spring Survival Guide for Asthma

For many allergy sufferers, pollen and mold are the main problems.

Asthma: When to Get an Allergy Test

If you think you may have allergies, talk with your health care provider about getting tested.

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Monster Mites

It's not the dust mite itself that causes trouble for people, but its shed skin and fecal matter. These substances bring misery to millions of allergy sufferers.

Air Filters, Dehumidifiers and Humidifiers

Here are some helpful tips for understanding the air in your house and the air-quality appliances that can alter it.

Indoor Air Can Cause Health Problems

Don't assume you're safe just because you're inside. The air within homes and other buildings can be more seriously polluted than the outdoor air in even the largest and most industrialized cities.

Rules for Managing Asthma

Asthma is a serious and often life-threatening disease. If you want to feel good, maintain your health, and lead a normal life, you have to get into a routine.