Are you looking for REAL ways to survive hay fever season?
Pollen counts are soaring, and if you have hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis), you know the struggle is real! Join your bestie allergist moms – Dr. Kara Wada, Dr. Amber Patterson, and Dr. Meagan Shepherd – on Allergy Actually as they share their top allergist-approved tips to help you manage pollen exposure and breathe easier. From simple home strategies and car hacks to safe sinus rinsing and knowing when pollen is at its worst, get practical advice to conquer allergy season.
EPISODE IN A GLANCE
01:13 Avoiding Your Allergen (Shower, Change Clothes, Pet Care)
02:44 Nasal Rinses & Car Recirculation Button
04:17 Sinus Rinse Safety
05:12 Air Conditioning, Car Filters & should you avoid clothelines?
08:29 Checking Pollen Counts & Timing Outdoor Activities
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ABOUT HOSTS
KARA WADA, MD
Founder of the Immune Confident Institute. Quadruple board-certified pediatric and adult allergy immunology & lifestyle medicine physician, Sjogren’s patient and life coach shares her recipe for success combining anti-inflammatory lifestyle, trusting therapeutic relationships, modern medicine & our minds to harness our body’s ability to heal.
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AMBER PATTERSON, MD
A world-renowned allergy and immunology expert based in Findlay, Ohio. As the U.S. ambassador for ILIT™, a 3-injection allergy shot protocol, she’s redefining allergy care through her solo-private practice, Auni Allergy®, and the groundbreaking Auni ILIT Learning Network. Dr. Patterson’s leadership extends to nearly a decade on the American Academy of Allergy committee and her role as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Toledo College of Medicine. Beyond her professional achievements, she cherishes life as a wife, mother of four, and embraces adventure in all its forms.
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MEAGAN SHEPHERD, MD
A board-certified allergist and immunologist with nearly 15 years of experience providing personalized care for allergies, asthma, and immunodeficiency. She specializes in advanced immunotherapy and practical, evidence-based treatment strategies to improve quality of life. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Shepherd is known for her focus on helping patients with allergy-conscious living — designing homes, habits, and lifestyles that support both wellness and comfort.
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