Halloween might be a bit different this year. But treats are still making their way to kids. Here are a few tips to help children with food allergies stay safe:
• Verify that adults or friends understand the allergy and how to handle an emergency
• Check “fun size” candy ingredients, as they may contain different items than normal size
• Teach children to say “no” to potentially unsafe food, especially homemade items like cookies or cupcakes
For more information on food allergies and Halloween, visit https://bit.ly/2CqjI5q
For current patients, we are giving flu shots at our clinic that is open weekdays, Monday through Friday. Please contact our office for an appointment. Or if you prefer to get your flu shot during Allergy Injection Clinic hours, we are able to accommodate walk-ins, but be sure to visit from Monday through Friday.
URGENT: PATIENTS VISITING OVERLAND PARK OFFICE SATURDAYS FROM 9/19-10/17
A pediatric practice in our building is hosting a flu clinic on 5 upcoming Saturdays. As always, patient safety and comfort is our utmost priority. Please be sure to:
1. Arrive early due to limited parking.
2. Go directly to KCAA. Lines are for the flu clinic, not for us.
3. Put on a mask IMMEDIATELY upon leaving your vehicle.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience.
Summer is a good time to be outside. For those with asthma, summer activities can be a challenge. Some tips include:
• Check air quality before heading outdoors and make inside plans if forecasted pollution levels are high.
• Avoid campfires, or if at a cookout or camping, sit upwind of smoke and avoid getting too close.
• Keep an eye on the weather. Hot weather and even sudden changes in the weather like a sudden thunderstorm can induce asthma symptoms.
For more tips on controlling asthma in the summer, click Learn More.
And please schedule an appointment with our board-certified allergists if interested in controlling asthma symptoms.
According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, if fall Allergies are bothering you, it's time to make an appointment with your KCAA allergist despite COVID-19. Our first priority as allergists is keeping patients, staff and everyone involved in an appointment safe from COVID. Certain procedures require a trip to the office, so if you do have to come in, know that we have put protocols in place to make your visit comfortable and safe. Read more about safe practices at:
https://bit.ly/2QC6PbM
Mold and mildew tend to grow year-round. In the fall, they grow on damp fallen leaves and compost piles. To minimize leaf mold, don’t ignore piles of leaves. Rake your yard of fallen leaves and dispose of them. Keep gutters free of leaves. Wear a protective mask when raking and collecting leaves. Mold isn’t the only common allergen in the fall. Check out this article on tackling other fall allergens too, like dust mites and ragweed. https://bit.ly/3239TmP
Common Fall Allergens & How to Avoid Them
Don't let fall allergies get you down, learn about these four common fall allergens and how to best avoid them.
Common Fall Allergens & How to Avoid Them
Don't let fall allergies get you down, learn about these four common fall allergens and how to best avoid them.
Common Fall Allergens & How to Avoid Them
Don't let fall allergies get you down, learn about these four common fall allergens and how to best avoid them.
Common Fall Allergens & How to Avoid Them
Don't let fall allergies get you down, learn about these four common fall allergens and how to best avoid them.
See more at
healthline.com
National Doctor’s Day is coming up, and we’d like to recognize the doctors at KCAA! Our physicians are committed to providing expert medical care and build relationships with their patients. We appreciate all they do for patients and staff.
Due to the tornado warnings issued in Johnson County, KS, and Jackson County, MO, our office staff may be unavailable. Please call our office at 913-491-5501 if you need to reschedule an appointment.
New research suggests that people with persistent asthma are 1.5 times more likely to develop atrial fibrillation (aFIB), a cardiovascular disorder, later in life. Inflammation is a risk factor for aFib, and people with persistent asthma have high inflammation levels. Following an effective asthma treatment plan and incorporating heart-healthy behaviors is important, which our allergy and asthma specialists are specially trained to do.
https://bit.ly/3phkeq0
EVERYDAYHEALTH.COM
Study Suggests Link Between Asthma and Afib | Everyday Health
KCAA will open at 9 a.m. today due to weather and road conditions.
Due to power outage, our offices are closed. Please continue to check our website for updates.
AIC will open at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday 2/17/2021.
Overland Park and Olathe locations will open at 8:00 a.m. for regular business hours on Wednesday 2/17/2021.
We have temporarily lost power due to the rolling power outages. We will post an update once our power is restored. We apologize for the inconvenience.
