Do You Know About Asian Lady Bug Allergy?

Asian lady bugs, with the scientific name Harmonia axyridis, were released as a pest-control measure against aphids in many areas of the United States until 1990. These insects began to swarm inside houses in the late fall to protect themselves from freezing weather in the wintertime. Unfortunately, Asian lady bugs are known to cause allergies and asthma. Find out more!

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Do You Know About Asian Lady Bug Allergy? Asian lady bugs, with the scientific name Harmonia axyridis, were released as a pest-control measure against aphids in many areas of the United States until 1990. These insects began to swarm inside houses in the late fall to protect themselves from freezing weather in the wintertime. Unfortunately, Asian lady bugs are known to cause allergies and asthma. Find out more! Daniel More, MD Allergies Expert Asian Lady Bugs Large populations of Asian ladybugs can be found infesting houses in Wisconsin, Kentucky, Missouri, West Virginia, and along the East Coast to as far south as Georgia. Typically, rural and suburban homes are more commonly affected than homes in urban settings. Asian Lady Bugs are a common source for indoor allergy symptoms in the fall and winter months. READ NOW Indoor Allergy Avoidance Avoidance of the causes of allergic rhinitis can often be the best way to prevent symptoms. There is essentially no cost, no medication side effects, and is essentially a curative approach for allergic rhinitis. Examples of at least partially avoidable allergens include pet dander and dust mites. However, avoidance of allergens is often difficult and not always possible. READ NOW All About Allergies to Dust Mites Dust mites are microscopic creatures that live in our bedding, pillows and mattresses and eat human dead skin flakes and synthetic materials. Many people can be allergic to dust mite droppings. Luckily, dust mite allergens are typically not airborne; these allergens are heavy and fall to the bed, floor and furniture. READ NOW Featured Articles • The Health Benefits of BDSM • After-School Snacks That Double as Dinner • Good News! Here Are 8 Reasons to Feel Good about an Autism Diagnosis • Work on Your Flexibility with These 4 Yoga Poses to Prevent Back Pain • How to Successfully Wear Activewear Everywhere • Frontal Lobe Head Trauma can Change the Personality • 10 Simple Ways to Lose 2 Pounds a Week • The Most Fashionable "Workday" Workout Clothes Advertisement About Allergies  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Allergies newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.