Summer Allergy Help for Parents

Summer’s here, and that means more sunshine — and more sneezing! Join pediatric allergy expert Dr. Theron McCormick as he unpacks the mysteries of summer sniffles, itchy eyes and how to keep your kids smiling (not sniffling!) all season long. From allergy-busting hacks and myth-busting truths to travel tips and must-try remedies, this episode is jam-packed with advice that will help you breeze through allergy season. Get ready to turn summer allergies into summer adventures! Key Moments: Understanding Seasonal Allergies – 2:27What’s an Allergy? What’s a Summer Cold? - 5:08 Preventing Allergy Flare-Ups – 6:29Over-the-Counter Medicines – 10:30Debunking Allergy Myths – 13:47Managing Allergies While Traveling – 18:47Food Allergies – 30:45 Asthma and Seasonal Allergies – 32:45 Resources Mentioned: Pollen.com for checking pollen countsNational Weather Service for air quality updatesVarious over-the-counter medications like Claritin, Zyrtec, Flonase and NasonexDEET and PICARDIN-based insect repellents Read more from Dr. McCormick on our blog: https://health.fmolhs.org/body/childrens-health/parentingu-your-kids-summer-allergy-survival-guide/ Learn more about Dr. McCormick: https://doctors.ololchildrens.org/provider/theron-g-mc-cormick/1297107 Download an allergy tip sheet: https://health.fmolhs.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ParentingUS5E6_AllergyTipDownload.pdf