About Allergies: How To Safely Send Your Allergic Child to Summer Camp

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Allergies Allergies Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping From Daniel More, MD, your Guide to Allergies Every child dreams of going to summer camp. Who wouldn't want to spend the long summer days in the mountains, swimming in the lake, hiking in the hills, with evenings spent around the campfire roasting marshmallows and singing songs? For children with allergies and asthma, however, summer camp may not be a reality -- and instead only a dream -- due to safety concerns related to their medical condition. With a little advanced planning, however, even children with severe allergies and asthma should be able to fulfill their dreams of attending a summer camp where they'll make friendships and memories that last a lifetime. Allergies and Summer Camp Every child dreams of going to summer camp. Who wouldn't want to spend the long summer days in the mountains, swimming in the lake, hiking in the hills, with evenings spent around the campfire roasting marshmallows and singing songs? For children with allergies and asthma, however, summer camp may not be a reality -- and instead only a dream -- due to safety concerns related to their medical condition. With a little advanced planning, however, even children with severe allergies and asthma should be able to fulfill their dreams of attending a summer camp where they'll make friendships and memories that last a lifetime. Search Related Topics:  allergies at school  camping allergies  summer allergies Allergies and Camping Most people have wonderful memories of spending summer days at the campground. Camping is an American tradition, whether it's in the mountains, at the beach, in the desert, or even in the backyard. Just about any outdoor activity that involves spending the night in a tent, trailer or RV or just out under the stars in a sleeping bag counts as camping. Outdoor activities such as hiking, swimming, and just sitting around the campfire are what make camping really special. Unfortunately, people with allergies need to take extra precautions while camping, as many activities can worsen allergy symptoms. Search Related Topics:  mosquito allergy  poison oak allergy  sunscreen allergy Summer Allergies Summer is a time for being outdoors with friends and family. Many people go camping, picnic at the beach, or barbeque in the backyard. But along with these outdoor activities comes the possibility of outdoor allergies. Allergies to summer pollens, stinging and biting insects, hidden food ingredients, and smoke from campfires and barbeques can ruin an otherwise perfect activity for some people. Common Allergy Issues in Children Issues that are unique to children, or that are commonly seen in childhood are discussed. Sections focus on food allergies, possible prevention of allergies in children, and problems that the allergic child may face in school. Related Searches Allergy or Allergies Skin Rash Allergies Allergic Reactions Drug Allergies Allergies Asthma Featured Articles Food Allergies Allergies in Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Drug and Latex Allergies Insect Allergies Anaphylaxis Allergy Shots and Drops (Immunotherapy)   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Daniel More, MD Allergies Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Allergies newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   Must Reads What are Allergies? Symptoms of Allergies Diagnosis of Allergies Treatment of Allergies Preventing Allergies   Follow me on: Advertisement