Let's Talk Allergies

June 1, 2022June 1, 2022

Enjoy a Happy and Healthy Summer Vacation

Summer has almost officially started and so have the thoughts of summer vacation. It conjures up visions of relaxation, sports, and sunny days spent on a sandy beach or a mountain trail.

For individuals and families with allergies and asthma though, it means extra thought and preparation before letting the “good times roll”

As we head full tilt into summer here are some common sense but commonly missed suggestions for a healthy vacation.

Medications – Make a detailed list of any medications showing prescription refill numbers, prescribing doctor, phone number, and dosage. Make sure you pack your medications in a carry-on bag just in case the airline happens to misplace your checked bags. One would think that could not happen with what they charge for checking a bag these days but it does.

Also, make sure to pack an extra Epipen in case someone has an allergic reaction to an insect sting or something they ate. Another good thing to pack is topical hydrocortisone cream.

Essential Gear – If someone has asthma and is using a peak flow meter be sure to bring it and their chart to record results. I don’t need to tell you not to forget the nebulizer but if you are traveling overseas don’t forget the electrical converter.

We have heard from many customers over the years they could not use their nebulizer because of power problems. For people who are camping, you can either use a power converter that hooks into your car or buy a portable one that runs on batteries.

To protect yourself from dust mites it may be wise to pack your own allergy-proof pillow and mattress covers. Many of our customers use the king-size fitted mattress covers and king-size pillow encasing the when I travel. They are easy to use and the king-size covers fit any bed.

Insurance – Don’t forget to check your insurance policy to make sure you’re covered in the area that you’re traveling. Way too many people get a big surprise if they run into a problem and need to go to a clinic or emergency room.

Sensible Behavior – During the hot summer months, people with allergies and asthma should drink plenty of fluids, especially water. Try to avoid exposure to cigarette smoke whenever possible. Make sure you request a hotel room that is non-smoking and mold-free.

If you have food allergies call ahead and order a special meal on the airplane or better yet pack your own snacks. When eating out make sure you let your server know you have allergies.

Just because you have allergies does not mean you cannot have a great summer vacation. You just need to do a bit more planning.

Have a great Summer!

Mike

May 16, 2022June 1, 2022

Allergy Control You Don’t Leave Home Without

luggage photo So you’re packing for your trip. Once you gather your clothes and shoes you probably pack toiletries next. You probably don’t leave home without these bottles.

A small bottle of shampoo – check
A small bottle of conditioner – check
Travel size toothpaste and mouthwash – check
Travel size allergy control spray – what?

Allergy control spray, what’s up with that?

Allergy Control To Go

We encourage everyone that stays in a hotel, motel, or even a friend’s home to travel with a fitted mattress cover. But we know most people don’t follow that advice so they spend part of each vacation sniffling, sneezing, and wheezing.

If you want allergy control but not the cover, there is an alternative. Travel size bottles of allergy control spray like Ecologyworks Anti-allergen Spray and Vital Oxide Anti-Microbial Spray.

Quickly Treat a Hotel Room for Allergies

So once you’ve checked in and checked the room for bed bugs, it’s time to unpack your spray and get to work. Many motels have air conditioning units that harbor mold and mildew. Spray the top of the unit and the vent area with either ADS or Vital Oxide Spray. ADS will neutralize the allergens and Vital Oxide will kill and denature any molds or other allergens in the AC. Vital Oxide will luggage photo take care of that “funky” ac smell as well.

Spray down the sheets, bedspread, and pillows. Since the bed is already unmade from your bed bug inspection, go ahead and spray it down with your ADS or Vital Oxide allergy control sprays. You don’t need to saturate the linens, just a light mist will do.

While you are at it, spray down the carpeting very lightly as well. Don’t forget to spray both sides of the curtains too. Housekeeping may vacuum each day, but they never clean those draperies.

Complete Allergy Control Coverage

We carry many allergy control sprays, but then we recommend only 2 for travel. That’s because these products are powerful and cover a wide spectrum of common indoor allergens.

Even if the room has hosted a cat, dog, or other small furry animals you are protected.

ADS and Vital Oxide will neutralize allergens from:

animals
dust mites
molds
pollen
cockroaches

luggage photo Order your travel size of allergy control spray today. Then worry about how to fit that extra pair of shoes in your bag!

Til Next Time

Cheryl

April 21, 2022November 11, 2022

How Our Mattress Covers Make You a Better Person

Everyone wants to be their very best. Well, most of us do for sure. The Allergy Store wants to be the very best too. That’s why we sell the best mattress covers. We want you to be your best; so here is how our mattress covers will make you a better person.

Good-bye Grumpy and Sleepy

If your allergies or asthma keep you from getting a great night’s sleep, you can’t be your very best.

You’re just the grumpy and sleepy version of your best self. When you put a mattress cover from the Allergy Store on your bed you will be protected from all those pesky allergens that tickle your nose, make you cough, and prevent you from getting the restful sleep your body needs.

You wake refreshed; ready to grab your coffee and go. No one will mistake you for a cartoon dwarf. They will just see the real you, the rested you, the better you.

Friends and co-workers will thank you.

So Long Shiners

Those dark circles under your eyes are the result of more than just missing a few z’s. Allergists and immunologists refer to them as “allergic shiners”.

They are a result of the increased blood flow to the nasal and sinus area as a result of allergic reactions. Those reactions can be triggered by the hordes of dust mites and other allergens in your mattress, pillows, and other bedding.

When you zip up your mattress in one of our mattress covers and seal up your pillows in our pillow covers you won’t spend all night breathing those allergens.

Decreased exposure results in decreased blood flow and the end result is an end to those allergic shiners. The cosmetic company won’t be happy because you won’t be using so much concealer, but your true beauty will shine through – shiner free.

Remove Suspicion

When you face the day with uncontrolled allergies you head out armed with a plethora of tissues and an emergency backup hankie. All in an effort to hold back the relentless tide of nasal discharge, watery eyes, and coughing that makes you look like a walking biological terrorist. Those allergic shiners probably don’t help either (or the fact that you are grumpy and sleepy).

Tired of explaining that you aren’t spreading the plague but just have allergies? Instead of defending your allergies, vanquish them. Protect yourself with an Allergy Store mattress cover. Put a protective barrier between you and the allergens that are determined to ruin your reputation.

Instead of drowning in a sea of snot each morning, awaken symptom-free. Leave the tissues for when you really have a cold. Instead of getting the stink eye from fellow commuters and co-workers get smiles. People will appreciate better you.

This was a light-hearted look at a serious problem. Take control of your allergies. Get a mattress cover from The Allergy Store.

You’ll be glad you did