PBS
Pbs Kids: Arthur Family Health: Peanut Allergy
This module takes a tour through the ups and downs of peanut allergies. Watch videos, read about symptoms, and take a quiz to check for understanding.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Rashes: The Itchy Truth
Whether it is caused by a certain type of soap or chemical, or a certain plant, rashes aren't any fun. Read more about certain types of rashes, what to expect when you have a rash, and how to avoid getting them.
Other
Treat allergies.com: Histamine and Antihistamines
Learn what histamines are, how they affect the body. Also learn how antihistamines work to combat the uncomfortable symptoms caused by histamines.
Other
Children's Health: Food Allergies in Children
What types of foods trigger allergic reactions? How can these allergic reactions be detected and treated? Find the answers to these questions and more at this website.
US National Library of Medicine
Medline Plus: Allergic Reactions
In addition to a definition of "Allergic reactions," and causes and symptoms, find several illustrations of various types of skin allergies and learn how allegic reactions can be prevented and treated through first aid.
WebMD
Web Md: Food Allergy and Intolerances
Go to this site from WebMD Health to get a comprehensive look at food allergies and intolerances, their symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatments. This article is very in-depth and provides a long list of resources at the end of the...
American Academy of Family Physicians
Family doctor.org: Allergy Shots: Could They Help Your Allergies?
This article provides great information on allergy shots and whether or not they could help with your allergies. The topics that are covered include: what are allergy shots, how do they work, what kind of allergies can be treated with...
Other
American College of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology: Home
Web page dedicated to research and education related to respiratory care and conditions. This resource contains a great deal of information on many respiratory conditions and treatments.
Akron Children's Hospital
Akron Children's Hospital: Kidshealth: Poison Ivy
Poison ivy can give you a nasty rash. Learn more about it and the other plants that can make you itch in this article for kids.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Allergic Reactions
Do you know what to do if you or a friend has an allergic reaction to a medication, insect sting, or food? Do you know how to detect an allergic reaction? Learn how to detect a mild or severe allergic reaction, how to react in an...
Other
St. John: First Aid Tips for Allergic Reactions
In addition to defining "Allergic reaction" or "Anaphylactic shock," this website includes steps on assessing and managing allergic reactions and their symptoms. Includes a link to information on shock and the "Priority Action Plan,"...
Other
Dealing With Food Allergies in School
This site covers how to deal with children's food allergies in a school: how to learn about the child's food allergy, how to prevent a food allergy reaction, how to make an allergy response plan.
Other
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
This resource describes an organization that is involved in studies and treatments of allergies. Research and education are also important parts of this organization.
Curated OER
Allergic Reactions
In addition to a definition of "Allergic reactions," and causes and symptoms, find several illustrations of various types of skin allergies and learn how allegic reactions can be prevented and treated through first aid.