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Article: AAFA's 'Attack Allergies' Hotline Offers Expert Advice for Fall/Winter Allergy Sufferers on Nov. 17

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November 10, 1998
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Fall and Winter can rival spring for those who suffer from allergies. While pollen has its impact early in the year, fall and winter make the beginning of more indoor activities and increased exposures to dust, indoor molds, pet dander, smoke and cockroach debris. The upcoming holiday season presents its own particular challenges for people sensitive to certain allergens found in food as well as on live evergreen trees, ornaments and scented candles.

To raise awareness of this often under-recognized second allergy season, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) will sponsor a toll-free hotline manned by allergists on Tuesday, Nov. 17. These ...

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