Medically reviewed by Corinne Savides Happel, MD Key Takeaways Allergy immunotherapy works by gradually exposing the immune system to allergens to reduce sensitivity.Allergy shots have a build-up ...

Klein is a contributor for TIME. Klein is a contributor for TIME. Nearly a third of American adults have some kind of allergy. If you’re one of them, you’re probably eager to find a solution. Allergy ...

What if instead of temporarily relieving your allergies with medication, you could train your immune system to stop overreacting to your allergens altogether? That’s the idea behind allergy ...

LA JOLLA, CA—Allergic to peanuts? Bees? Pollen? Cockroaches? There's a shot for that. Each year, around 2.6 million Americans receive allergy immunotherapies, commonly called "allergy shots." These ...

Allergies affect millions of Americans each year, causing symptoms like sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, fatigue, and even asthma flare ups. For many patients, over-the-counter medications or nasal ...

If you suffer from seasonal allergies, this is the best time for treatment. Normally, individuals with seasonal allergies have symptoms during spring, summer and/or fall months. The most effective ...

As seasons change, temperatures rise and flowers begin to bloom, many find themselves battling more than just spring fever, the feeling of excitement, restlessness or extra energy that individuals may ...

Nearly a third of American adults have some kind of allergy. If you’re one of them, you’re probably eager to find a solution. Allergy shots can provide long-lasting relief for certain non-food ...