Uptown Allergy & Asthma

11/01/2024

Whooping cough (pertussis) cases are spiking in the United States! Learn how to spot it and what you can do to avoid it. Plus, tips on how to treat it if your child starts showing symptoms.

Whooping cough (pertussis) cases are spiking in the United States! Learn how to spot it and what you can do to avoid it from allergist Dr. Reena Mehta. Plus,...

10/31/2024

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10/09/2024

Flu Mist, a nasal flu vaccine, was just approved for home administration. It appears to be as effective as the flu shot. Check out this news segment to learn more!

FluMist is the at-home nasal flu vaccine that lets patients avoid the flu jab. Allergist Dr. Reena Mehta explains what it is, who it's for, how to get it, an...

10/09/2024

FluMist is the at-home nasal flu vaccine that lets patients avoid flu jabs. Dr. Mehta explains what it is, who it's for, how to get it, and what to expect when you use FluMist.

FluMist is the at-home nasal flu vaccine that lets patients avoid the flu jab. Allergist Dr. Reena Mehta explains what it is, who it's for, how to get it, an...

09/25/2024

Did you know that type 2 diabetes drastically increases your risk of asthma and vice versa? Dr. Mehta explains the relationship between these two common conditions and provides some health advice for patients with either.

Watch the full segment to learn more!

Did you know that type 2 diabetes drastically increases your risk of asthma and vice versa? Allergist Dr. Reena Mehta explains the relationship between these...

09/10/2024

Do you struggle to keep up with your responsibilities as a professional and as a parent? You're not alone! The surgeon general recently issued a mental health advisory for parents in the United States. Learn why in this brief segment with Dr. Mehta.

The Surgeon General recently issued a mental health advisory for parents in the United States. Learn why in this segment with Dr. Reena Mehta.---------------...

08/27/2024

Are you scared to use your EpiPen? Neffy epinephrine nasal spray is a newly approved alternative to the EpiPen that may offer an easier way to manage anaphylaxis.

Dr. Mehta explains the role of this new treatment and some helpful tips for allergy patients that are prone to anaphylaxis.

Watch the full segment to learn more.

Are you scared to use your EpiPen? Neffy epinephrine nasal spray is a newly approved alternative to the EpiPen that may offer an easier way to manage anaphyl...

08/11/2024

A new blood testing technology is being used to detect colorectal cancer. But is it a reliable replacement for colonoscopy? Watch the full segment to learn more about the role of this new testing method.

Dr. Reena Mehta discusses a new blood testing technology that's being used to detect colorectal cancer. But is it a reliable replacement for colonoscopy? Wat...

07/30/2024

Many allergy sufferers have come to believe that consuming local honey can help desensitize them from their pollen allergies, but does it actually help?

Dr. Mehta joined Fox 8 Local News in New Orleans last week to bust this myth and provide some helpful advice on what allergy sufferers can do to better manage their pollen allergies.

Watch the full segment to learn more!

Many allergy sufferers have come to believe that consuming local honey can help desensitize them from their pollen allergies. Dr. Reena Mehta of Uptown Aller...

07/01/2024

A recent study found that as many as 1 in 4 homes in the United States may have unsafe amounts of lead in the surrounding soil that's used for gardening and other recreational activities.

Dr. Mehta explains the study and provides solutions to ensure that you and your family aren't over-exposed to lead. Watch the full segment to learn more.

A recent study found that as many as 1 in 4 homes in the United States may have unsafe amounts of lead in the surrounding soil that's used for gardening and ...

06/13/2024

Do you use products that contain artificial sweeteners?

A study recently found that individuals that produce more xylitol, a common sugar substitute that also occurs naturally in the human body, are more likely to have a heart attack or a stroke.

This isn't definitive evidence that xylitol is bad for you, but it may indicate a link between products that contain xylitol and health risks.

Dr. Mehta explains.

Do you use products with artificial sweeteners like xylitol? A study recently found that individuals that produce more xylitol naturally in their bodies are ...

05/31/2024

Dr. Mehta explains the relationship between hot weather and worsening asthma symptoms, citing a recent study that identified a link between extreme heat and increased asthma-related hospitalizations.

Check out this brief segment to learn how to stay safe and live comfortably with asthma, even through the hot Louisiana summertime.

Dr. Reena Mehta explains the relationship between hot weather and worsening asthma symptoms, citing a recent study that identified a link between extreme hea...

05/20/2024

Did you know that roughly 1 in 10 Louisianans live with asthma? Learn why asthma awareness is important even for those who aren't directly affected by it.

Did you know that roughly 1 in 10 Louisianans live with asthma? Learn why asthma awareness is important even for those who aren't directly affected by it.---...

05/03/2024

A recent study found that Medicare patients with female doctors might live longer than Medicare patients treated by male doctors. Watch the full segment with Dr. Mehta to learn why!

Dr. Reena Mehta visited the Fox 8 Local News studio in New Orleans to talk through a recent study that found that Medicare patients with female doctors might...

04/23/2024

Can random social interactions have positive health effects? Dr. Mehta talks through a recent study that looked at the health effects of striking up conversations with strangers on the subway in New York City. The findings might surprise you!

Dr. Reena Mehta talks through a recent study that looked at the positive health effects of striking up conversations with strangers on the subway in New York...

04/05/2024

The solar eclipse is happening this Monday (April 8th)! If you're going to watch it live, follow these tips from Dr. Mehta to ensure safe viewing.

The solar eclipse is happening this Monday (April 8th)! If you're going to watch it live, follow these tips from Dr. Reena Mehta to ensure safe viewing.-----...

03/25/2024

Spring is upon us! Dr. Mehta shares some tips to help Louisianans navigate spring allergies, minimize symptoms, and live comfortably throughout the allergy season in New Orleans this year. Watch the full segment to learn more!

Dr. Reena Mehta of Uptown allergy & Asthma shares some tips to help Louisianans navigate spring allergies, minimize symptoms, and live comfortably throughout...

03/08/2024

If you have a food allergy, there may be a new treatment option to make allergenic foods less threatening. Dr. Mehta explains the findings of a recent study where researchers looked at the effects of Xolair (omalizumab) in children and adults with food allergies.

The study found that 4 months of therapy enabled allergy sufferers to better tolerate foods that they're allergic to. Watch the full segment to learn more!

If you have a food allergy, there may be a new treatment option to make allergenic foods less threatening. Dr. Reena Mehta of Uptown Allergy & Asthma explain...