For the last couple of years, I’ve been dealing with allergies, sneezing mostly at night as I tried to sleep. So I decided to see a doctor. “Wow, you’re very allergic to dust mites,” he said after the ...

If you have allergies, sleeping on a dirty mattress is miserable. Even if you don't, a grimy, smelly mattress makes for an unpleasant night of sleep. Mattresses soak up dead skin cells, sweat, dirt, ...

Dust mites, those stealthy home invaders that can wage a merciless war on our health. Dust mite allergies are a fact of life for some 20 million Americans who may suffer year-round misery thanks to ...

Dust mites are microscopic creatures that thrive in warm, humid environments. Because they eat dead skin cells and pet dander, they can find a comfortable habitat in your home's bedding, furniture, ...

Dear Readers: One of the more interesting letters we received recently concerned dust mites, which are always a problem but especially during summer months when temperatures and humidity rise. I ...

DEAR READERS: One of the more interesting letters we received recently concerned dust mites, which are always a problem but especially during summer months when temperatures and humidity rise. I ...

That familiar tickle in your nose when you wake up, the sneezing fit that ruins your morning, and the restless nights spent breathing through congestion could all point to the same hidden problem.

Here are some easy spring-cleaning hints to help you lower the amount of dust in your home. Most people who sneeze around dust are actually allergic to microscopic organisms that live in the dust — ...

You’re cleaning your house (again), and as you wipe the thick layer of grime off yet another shelf, you ask yourself, “Why is my house so dusty?” Dust is a common problem in every home, and ...

The best place for a person with seasonal allergies to live will depend on their allergy. For example, a person with spring allergies may be allergic to grass pollen, meaning areas with less grass may ...