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Bee stings don’t usually cause a serious reaction in people who are not allergic to them. Usually, the venom injected by the bee will cause a reaction with symptoms, such as pain, redness, itching, and swelling in the bite location. These symptoms are considered mild or moderate. However, people who Read More
Archives for January 2021
COVID-19 Vaccines: What You Need To Know
Dr. Zachary Rubin spoke with the parents and staff of Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 via Zoom on January 25, 2021. The presentation discussed what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccines that are available in the United States. The full presentation is listed below. Key Take Home Read More
Finding the Right Doctor for Your Food Allergy Testing
If you have a food allergy, your immune system launches a (mistaken) response that causes a series of symptoms. The reaction can range from mildly uncomfortable to life-threatening. It’s not always easy to identify what exactly you are allergic to. For that, you need to enlist an allergist – a Read More
New Study on Allergic Reactions to the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine
Today, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published a report of severe allergic reactions to the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine that happened as of January 10, 2021. These findings suggest that these allergic reactions are extremely rare. The full article can be found here. This article Read More
A Guide to Treatment for Childhood Asthma
Caring for a child with asthma can seem like a daunting responsibility, given the unique challenges the child may face, especially when they are very young. If you suspect that your child has asthma, early intervention is crucial in preventing flare-ups and for protecting your child’s lung health Read More
Treatment options for allergic rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis is an immunological response to allergens. These allergens may vary, from dust to pollen to animal dander. Allergic rhinitis is called hay fever if the allergens are seasonal and due to a higher pollen count. Allergies may be seasonal or perennial, which means patients experience Read More
New Study on Allergic Reactions to the Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine
Yesterday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published a report of severe allergic reactions to the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine that happened from December 14-23, 2020. These findings suggest that these allergic reactions are extremely rare. The full article can be found here. This Read More
Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Information
At Oak Brook Allergists, we have been monitoring the situation closely regarding the safety and effectiveness of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. The clinical trial data can be reviewed here. In this post, we will give an overview of this vaccine and how it pertains to our patients with Read More
