Dog Owners Have More Germs In Their Homes

By Nsikan Akpan | May 22, 2013 05:00 PM EDT

A citizen science study shows that homes with dogs contain more types of bacteria, which may even be beneficial.

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Top 10 Reasons Pets Are Good For Your Health

By Lizette Borreli | May 09, 2013 02:34 PM EDT

Owning a furry animal can get you in shape, boost your immunity, and aid your heart for a healthier you.

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Dustless Chalk May Cause Allergic Reaction Similar To Milk Allergies

By Justin Caba | May 02, 2013 10:39 AM EDT

Researchers say the allergy-inducing proteins in milk called caseins may also be found in classrooms across the United States.

Despite Free Health Care, Children In Poor Households Still At Greater Risk For Diabetes-Related Health Issues

Allergic to America? Length of U.S. Stay May Increase Allergy Risk for Foreign-Born Children

By Staff Reporter | Feb 27, 2013 12:11 AM EST

Preliminary research suggests that immigrant children develop a higher risk for allergies the longer they live in the United States.

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Researchers Ease Peanut Allergies...With Peanuts

By Makini Brice | Jan 10, 2013 01:55 PM EST

A study conducted by researchers from the National Institutes of Health found that peanut allergies could be eased by exposure to peanuts.

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Arizona Woman Thinks Her Runny Nose Is Caused by Allergies, Turns Out to Be Leaking Brain Fluid

By Makini Brice | Dec 04, 2012 11:40 AM EST

For four months, Aragon’s nose leaked like a faucet every time she bent her head.

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Common Chemical Found in Toothpaste Could Be Increasing Your Risk of Allergies

By Makini Brice | Nov 15, 2012 01:49 PM EST

Researchers have found that triclosan, a chemical used in cosmetic products like deodorant, soap, and toothpaste, has been found to increase the risk of allergies in children.

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Chanel No. 5 Perfume Faces EU Ban Over Health Risks

By Christine Hsu | Nov 06, 2012 03:37 PM EST

The iconic Chanel No. 5 perfume is among the collection of other famous perfumes that could soon be banned by the European Union after scientists found that some of the ingredients may cause allergies.

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Could Botox Be the Cure for Allergies?

By Makini Brice | Oct 09, 2012 05:01 PM EDT

As winter looms, allergy sufferers receive a bit of relief - until next spring.

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Can't Live With Cars, TV and Computers? Meet the People Actually Allergic to Modern Life

By Makini Brice | Oct 02, 2012 03:21 PM EDT

Barbara Lewis says that fumes and wireless signals from televisions, cars, computers, and cell phones are harming her body and mind.

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Guide to Healthy Cleaning: Did Your Favorite Cleaning Products Score a Big Fat "F"?

By Nikki Tucker | Sep 12, 2012 12:40 PM EDT

With the help of the EWG, here is your guide to healthy housecleaning and what you should know about your household products.

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Home Improvement Tips to Fight Allergies and Asthma

By Kelli Cooper | Sep 05, 2012 03:48 PM EDT

Your home is full of offenders and there are some home improvement tips that can help keep your symptoms at bay.

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