Allergy Actually
Kara Wada, Amber Patterson, Meagan Shepherd
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Welcome to Allergy Actually — where real talk meets real science.
We’re your bestie allergist moms—Dr. Kara Wada, Dr. Amber Patterson, and Dr. Meagan Shepherd—and we’re here to help you stop sneezing, scratching, and second-guessing your allergy care.
With a combined 40+ years of clinical experience, we break down the science behind allergies into practical, real-life solutions. From pollen to peanuts, asthma to anxiety, we unpack it all with empathy, humor, and honest conversations.
Whether you're a parent navigating a child’s food allergies or someone just trying to breathe easier, you'll find clarity, community, and calm here.
Subscribe for weekly episodes that mix evidence-based medicine, lifestyle tips, and the kind of advice you’d expect from your smartest, kindest mom friend.
Because living well with allergies shouldn’t feel so hard—and you don’t have to figure it out alone.
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S1E35 Why You Have to Wait 30 Minutes After Your Allergy Shot | Episode 35
Send a textDo I Really Have to Wait 30 Minutes After My Allergy Shot? (The Life-Saving Reason Why)It's the most common question heard in any allergist's office: "Do I really have to wait 30 minutes…
S1E34 Is It Just a Cold? Understanding Your Child's Symptoms (Allergies vs. Flu vs. Colds) | Episode 34
Send a textIf your kid seems "always sick," it might not just be a bad immune system—it might be a complex mix of allergies and infections. With overlapping symptoms like cough, congestion, and…
S1E33 Military Eligibility: Why an Old Asthma Inhaler Can Still Disqualify Your Teen | Episode 33
Send a textDid you know that having a history of an Albuterol inhaler prescription—even if you outgrew your asthma—can automatically disqualify a potential military recruit years later? Many parents…
S1E32 Why Families Travel Across the Country for Allergy Treatment (ILIT™ Protocol) | Episode 32
Send a textPlastic surgery tourism is everywhere, but we are seeing a different trend: medical tourism for allergies. Moms are flying across the country—and even internationally—so their kids and…
S1E31 The MITE on Your Eyelashes Causing Rosacea & Chronic Styes (Demodex Explained) | Episode 31
Send a textWhen we say "mites," you probably think of dust mites. But there’s another microscopic critter living on your skin—specifically, in your eyelash follicles—that could be causing your…
S1E30 How to Stop a Runny Nose in the Cold (Allergists’ Ski Survival Guide) | Episode 30
Send a textDoes your family love skiing, but your kid (or you!) turns into a "snot fountain" on day one? You're not alone! That constant drip in the cold isn't always allergies—it's often a condition…
S1E29 New Year, New Immune System: Why You Should Start Allergy Immunotherapy NOW | Episode 29
Send a textIt's a brand new year, which means fresh calendars, fresh intentions... and the same old allergies waiting for their spring comeback. But not this year!In this episode of Allergy Actually,…
S1E28 The Allergy Mom Survival Kit: What We ACTUALLY Carry in Our Bags | Episode 28
Send a textThe Allergy Mom Survival Kit: What We ACTUALLY Carry in Our BagsEvery mom has her go-to bag of tricks, but allergy moms take it to a whole new level! From EpiPens to safe snacks, wet wipes…
S1E27 Is Ozempic Helping Your Allergies & Asthma? (GLP-1 Drugs, Hives & Inflammation Explained) | Episode 27
Send a textGLP-1 medications (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro) are everywhere, but the conversation is shifting from just weight loss to their powerful anti-inflammatory effects. Are these drugs helping…
S1E26 Is 5 Years of Allergy Shots Worth It? Pros & Cons of Immunotherapy (ft. Allergist Expert) | Episode 26
Send a textLove the idea of allergy shots but don't have 3-5 years to commit to weekly appointments?In this essential episode, your bestie allergist moms are joined by esteemed colleague Dr.…
S1E25 5 Gifts to NEVER Give Someone with Allergies, a Holiday Gift Guide | Episode 25
Send a textHoliday Gift Guide: Gifts That Feel Good (Allergy & Sensitivity Friendly)If you’ve ever tried to find the perfect holiday gift for someone with food allergies, asthma, eczema, or…
S1E24 Is a Real or Fake Christmas Tree Better for Allergies? (The Mold & Dust Truth) | Episode 24
Send a textHoliday Allergy Hacks: Real vs. Fake Christmas Trees & Handling Dusty DecorIf you love decorating for Christmas but hate the sneezing, wheezing, and itchy eyes that sometimes follow,…
S1E23 Thanksgiving Holiday Allergy Hacks: How to Be a Good Guest & Stay Safe (Food, Pets, Perfume) | Episode 23
Send a textThanksgiving Allergy Hacks: How to Be a Great Guest (Without Feeling Like a Burden)Thanksgiving and holiday get-togethers are supposed to be fun, but when you have food allergies, asthma,…
S1E22 Overcome the Fear of Swallowing Pills: 3 Simple Tricks for Kids & Adults | Episode 22
Send a textDo you or your child dread swallowing pills? You are not alone! Up to 40% of people struggle with it, but it's a skill you can learn.In this essential "How-To" episode of Allergy Actually,…
S1E21 How to Stop Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD) Attacks: 3 Breathing Exercises
Send a textIf you've ever struggled with a sudden, scary episode of difficulty breathing that feels like your throat is closing up, you might be experiencing Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD). Often…
S1E20 How to Get a Dog Even if You Have Pet Allergies (Allergist's #1 Tip) | Episode 20
Send a textThe "Hypoallergenic" Dog Myth: An Allergist's Guide to Pet AllergiesYou’ve heard the term "hypoallergenic dog," but is there really such a thing? Can choosing a dog with hair instead of…
S1E19 Itching & Burning? It Might NOT Be a Yeast Infection (Vaginal Dermatitis Explained) | Episode 19
Send a textIf you've ever dealt with itching, burning, or irritation in your most sensitive areas and been repeatedly told it must be a yeast infection or BV, you are not alone. For many women, the…
S1E18 Why Your Allergies Are Suddenly Worse in Your 40s (Perimenopause & Hormones) | Episode 18
Send a textDid Your Allergies Come Back in Your 40s? It Might Be Your Hormones.Did your allergies suddenly get worse (or appear out of nowhere) in your 30s or 40s? Do your allergy or asthma symptoms…
S1E17 Halloween Allergy & Asthma Hacks: An Allergist's Guide for Parents
Send a textHalloween Allergy Hacks: A Parent's Guide to a Safe & Fun Spooky SeasonSpooky season should be fun, not frightening because of allergies! From candy swaps to costume hacks, your bestie…
S1E16 How Food Immunotherapy (OIT & SLIT) Works to Prevent Allergic Reactions
Send a textYou've heard about peanut immunotherapy, but what is food immunotherapy, actually? How do treatments like Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) and Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT) work, and which one…
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Allergy Actually has published 37 episodes since May 2025, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Medicine.
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