Urticaria, not a very common word but it is a common condition, affecting up to 1 in 5 people at some point in their lives. It comes from the Latin word ‘urtica’ meaning nettle, stinging nettle, and is linked to…

What do 31% of women have in common? It is estimated that around a third of women in the Ireland are currently peri or menopausal. Menopause is not associated with pathology (disease); it is part of the natural aging process…

The exam season sits right in the middle of the grass pollen season and given that around 90% of hayfever sufferers are allergic to grass this can cause symptoms such sneezing, itchy watery eyes, blocked and runny nose for children…

Climate change and air pollution have been linked to the onset and aggravation of allergic rhinitis (hayfever). With modern lifestyles, we now spend approximately 90% of our time indoors. While...

We all love to spoil our pets—whether it’s with long walks, new toys, extra cuddles, favourite treats, or even a photoshoot to show them off...

Hayfever can turn a bright spring or summer day into a sneezy battle with allergies. While pollen is a common trigger, allergies aren’t just...