Allergies
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Best air purifiers for allergies 2024
By Molly Cleary last updated
BUYING GUIDE Reduce air pollutants with the best air purifiers for allergies, tested by Live Science.
Can you really be allergic to the sun?
By Anna Gora published
A number of medical conditions can cause an allergic reaction to ultraviolet light from the sun.
What causes metal allergies?
By Anna Gora published
The symptoms of a metal allergy can vary in severity, but why do they happen?
The 5 most common seasonal allergies
By Anna Gora published
From weed pollen to mold, these are the five most common culprits behind seasonal allergies in the U.S.
Do dehumidifiers help with allergies?
By Lawrie Jones last updated
Reference We answer the essential question: do dehumidifiers help with allergies?
What is a milk allergy?
By Anna Gora last updated
We explain the causes, symptoms and ways to manage a milk allergy
Allergy vs intolerance: What’s the difference?
By Anna Gora last updated
A closer look at the causes, symptoms and treatment of a food allergy vs food intolerance
Hay fever & seasonal allergies: symptoms, causes & treatment
By Lou Mudge published
We explore the causes of hay fever and why you might be feeling under the weather
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