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Allergies in Children. What Every Parent Needs to Know.
with Dr. Ariam Diaz Mathusek I joined Dr. Ariam Diaz Mathusek, a pediatrician in North Carolina, for a conversation about childhood allergies and how to recognize them during allergy season. We discuss how to tell the difference between a cold and allergies, common seasonal triggers, when allergies typically develop, and how symptoms can affect sleep, focus, and school performance. We also cover testing options, proper use of allergy medications, ways to reduce pollen exposur
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Navigating Childhood Allergies
with Dr. Cindy of The Care Room with Dr. Cindy In this episode of The Care Room with Dr. Cindy, Dr. Gina Dapul-Hidalgo, board-certified pediatric and adult allergist and founder of the Family Center for Allergy and Asthma, explains how to recognize the difference between colds and allergies in children. She discusses common triggers, when to see a specialist, and long-term solutions such as allergy shots to help families find clear answers and effective care.
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Running with Asthma - What Every Runner Needs to Know to Breathe Easier
Asthma is common among runners, but it is often misunderstood, minimized, or feared. I had the opportunity to join the Mindful Marathon Podcast with Coach Michelle Quirk to talk about what asthma really means for runners and how athletes can train safely, confidently, and successfully. In this episode, we break down the physiology of asthma and exercise-induced bronchoconstriction, how to recognize symptoms runners often normalize, and what well-controlled asthma should actu
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What is an allergy skin test?
Dr. Dapul explains the types of skin tests that may be performed when you see us in the office. Skin prick testing is the most common...
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What are the allergens in our DC Metro Area?
The following short clip will give you an idea on what is in our local environment throughout the year that can potentially trigger...
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All about Allergy Shots!
Want to know more about allergy shots? Check out the link below where I discuss this highly effective treatment as a guest on "Weekly...
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Navigating Allergy Triggers
Interested in learning more about various allergies? Check out this podcast episode where Dr. Isabelle Amigues, MD and I discuss the...
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