Sam Harris (11) didn’t like missing out on special treats at home or being careful around the lunch table at school because of his peanut allergy. Food avoidance was the only way Sam’s parents thought he could manage his allergy until they learned about oral immunotherapy (OIT) at Akron Children’s Hospital. “We wanted to give […]
What you need to know to relieve your child’s springtime allergies
May flowers often aren’t the only thing blooming after April showers. Springtime allergens from tree pollen, grasses and weeds can wreak havoc on children’s allergies causing severe allergy symptoms. “Interestingly, it’s a misconception that flowers cause springtime allergens,” said Dr. Lisa Sammon, a pediatric allergist and immunologist at Akron Children’s Hospital. “Flowers don’t release pollen […]
