Could histamine and antihistamines do more than just affect our allergies? Actually yes. Today we discuss new and recent research in the world of histamine, and believe us, there's some really cool stuff.
Apr 30
Is there a helium shortage?
#038 Rebroadcast Helium is all fun and games right? High voice, super funny, no worries right? Or is there a serious shortage of helium? This week, Melissa and Jam answer this question. References from this episode Helium: Its Discovery and Applications – Locker We Discovered Hel ... Show More
39m 14s
Jan 2025
Ep 162 Allergies Part 2: Shots, pills, & pens
<p>Yes, the world may be out to get us with allergens around every corner, but we’ve got some tricks up our sleeve to help us cope. Our allergy treatment toolkit includes an impressive suite of tools, and in the second episode of our two-part series on allergies, we focus o ... Show More
1h 32m
Jan 2025
Ep 161 Allergies Part 1: Pollens, nuts, & bugs
<p>Sometimes it seems like the world is out to get us: bees in our garden, pollen in the air, nuts in our brownies, any number of other things that could trigger an allergic reaction ranging from itchy eyes and a runny nose all the way to anaphylaxis. Why must our bodies react in ... Show More
1h 24m
Sep 2024
I Sneeze, You Sneeze, We ALL Sneeze! Allergies!
In today's episode Brenna and Gabby are back together! And Brenna explains allergies and allergic reactions. WARNING: We did go on a lot of tangents, sorry. Subscribe to our Patreon Follow us on Instagram Listen to our sister podcast: History of Everything Learn more about your a ... Show More
58m 9s
Dec 2022
147. Allergy Spiel: The Atopy Talk
Send me a derm question or story through text or voicemail!So... you have ruled out flea and food allergy and now it is time for THE talk. The chronic, lifelong, multimodal therapy required atopic dermatitis talk? For such a common disease, how come this spiel can be so difficult ... Show More
15m 34s
May 2025
Why are my allergies getting worse?
It feels like sneezing season lasts longer and takes more victims every year. An allergist and a public health specialist explain how to fight back. This episode was produced by Devan Schwartz, edited by Miranda Kennedy, fact-checked by Melissa Hirsch, engineered by Matthew Billy ... Show More
28m 45s
Mar 2025
Itchy Dogs, Allergic Flares, & Solutions That Stick with Dr. Schick
<p>Allergic patients can be some of the most frustrating cases in veterinary medicine—for veterinary teams, owners, and patients alike. When a patient has an allergic flare, how do we treat the patient, address pet owner concerns, <i>and</i> work to prevent future flares? In this ... Show More
39m 55s
<p class="p1">Many people deal with allergies, hives, skin rashes, and other conditions that could lead them to possibly using antihistamines.</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">While I always encourage people to explore the root causes of these histamine reactions, I recogniz ... Show More