Potomac Allergy & Asthma, P.C.

04/28/2026

After developing Alpha-gal syndrome, a Missouri farmer became allergic not just to red meat but also to her own cattle, experiencing severe, life-threatening reactions just from being around them. What was once her livelihood is now something she can no longer safely do.
And she’s not alone. This condition, triggered by the lone star tick, is affecting hundreds of thousands of Americans, with especially devastating impacts on farmers and ranchers who rely on close contact with livestock. Many are being forced to change how they work or leave farming altogether.
At FARE, we know stories like this highlight why awareness, research, and access to care matter, because for millions, food allergy isn’t just about what’s on your plate. It can change your entire life.

Read more here: https://www.kcur.org/2026-02-03/rancher-tickborne-meat-allergy
Learn more about alpha-gal syndrome: https://www.foodallergy.org/resources/alpha-gal-syndrome

04/28/2026

Tree pollen remains HIGH although well on the decline with some persistent oaks still out and about. Grass pollen will continue to increase through the month of May.
Tree pollen is HIGH at 92.65 grains/cubic meter. Grass pollen is LOW at 0.64 grains/cubic meter.

04/24/2026

Tree pollen is HIGH at 403.19 grains/cubic meter.
Grass pollen is MODERATE (NAB range) at 17.57 grains/cubic meter, which is high for local area grass pollen counts.

04/23/2026

Learning about your asthma inhalers

and for those who care for them

04/22/2026

Tree pollen:HIGH@142.17 gr/m3
Grass pollen:MODERATE
W**d pollen:LOW
Mold spores:LOW

04/22/2026

WEDNESDAY, April 15, 2026 When I was training to be a board-certified allergist 20 years ago, a running joke cropped up every spring. Local media outlets loudly

04/22/2026

Calling all teens and young adults with food allergies ages 11-22! FARE’s Teen Talk is back on Sunday, April 26 from 5-6 PM ET!

This isn’t a lecture or a presentation. It’s a chance to connect with others who understand the day-to-day, share experiences, ask questions, and just have fun. Each session brings together young people from across the country for real conversations and a reminder that you’re not alone in this.

If you’ve been looking for a place to meet people who understand your experience, this is it. Register now to join us! https://bit.ly/4tO32c1

04/22/2026

Tree pollen is HIGH @147.28 gr/m3
Grass pollen is LOW @1.28 gr/m3
Mold spores LOW @1475.85 sp/m3

04/20/2026

A key study from Japan finds that cofactors amplify 1/2 of adult reactions to anaphylaxis. Exercise especially is a huge trigger in adults (50%) & kids (70%). Dr. Sicherer of The Mount Sinai Hospital explains managing cofactor allergies is highly nuanced. Learn:
• Major cofactors for adults + kids & why adults are more susceptible to anaphylaxis cofactors.
• Theories on why/how cofactors' amplify allergic reactions.
• How you can lower cofactor risks, and more. Full story ➡️ https://www.allergicliving.com/2026/04/14/half-of-severe-food-allergy-reactions-in-adults-linked-to-cofactors/

Mount Sinai Jaffe Food Allergy Institute Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology

04/17/2026

Tree pollen remains VERY HIGH (NAB range) at 1592.01 grains/cubic meter, which is HIGH for local area tree pollen counts. Oak, sycamore, mulberry, pine, walnut, and hickory are the predominant tree pollen types. Oak catkins continue to drop from the trees which is a good sign that tree season is slowly on the decline. Upcoming cooler weather and rain showers will help also to further diminish the very high counts we have been seeing.

04/16/2026

Tree pollen remains VERY HIGH @1580.83 gr/m3

04/16/2026

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