An EpiPen is essentially a shot of adrenaline that can, and has, saved lives put at risk during anaphylaxis. Here's how to use it. Allergies are complicated immune system responses to something your ...

For those dealing with seasonal allergies, an over the counter medication may do the trick. But when it comes to severe allergic reactions, an EpiPen may be necessary. It’s a memory Azra Belhaj won’t ...

In a severe allergic emergency, symptom recognition and immediate treatment are vital. Watch this video tutorial to get acquainted with how and when to use an EpiPen for adults. Swalwell on shutdown ...

EpiPen is a first-line, emergency treatment for severe allergic reactions. Benadryl is used for milder allergic reactions. The decision of when to use one or the other depends on the specific symptoms ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . 96.1% of caregivers said they know how to use their child’s autoinjector. 33.1% of caregivers removed the ...

Chrisma Obiniana’s daughter, Kalea, is allergic to peanuts, cashews and pistachios Jordan Greene is Society and Culture writer-reporter at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2023. Her work ...

Allergies are complicated immune system responses to something your body perceives as a "threat." This can include outdoor allergens like pollen and ragweed; indoor allergens like dust and mold; foods ...

Ultimately, the family’s pediatrician suggested they take Kalea to an allergist to check for Cow’s Milk Protein Allergy (CMPA) or other food allergies At the allergist’s office, multiple skin prick ...