SciShow
Ticks Can Spread An Allergy To… Red Meat?
It's been about ten years since scientists categorized alpha-gal syndrome, AKA the red meat allergy spread by ticks. But while researchers know more about it, there's a chance that doctors don't.
SciShow
The Sexually Transmitted ... Sandwich?
When you're enjoying an intimate moment with that special someone, the peanut butter and jelly sandwich you ate for lunch is probably the last thing on your mind. But sexually transmitted allergens are a thing, and nut allergies aren't...
Be Smart
Why Are So Many People Allergic To Food?
More people have food allergies than ever before. Peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, eggs, and even milk… the list of possibly dangerous foods seems to get longer every day. But why do some people’s bodies have deadly reactions food? And why...
SciShow Kids
Why Can’t I Eat Peanut Butter?
Some people (maybe you!) can't eat certain foods because they're allergic to them. People can have an allergic reaction to almost any kind of food, or even other things, like bee stings! But all allergies have something in common: our...
SciShow
When Sex Makes You Sick Post Orgasmic Illness Syndrome
Generally speaking, orgasms are pretty wonderful. But for some, they can be literally sickening.
SciShow
Poor, Misunderstood Poison Ivy
It sure seems like some plants really don't want you hiking through their woods, but maybe your immune system is just overreacting.
SciShow
The Secret to Becoming Immune to Mosquito Bites
Like most allergies, you can become immune to mosquito bites, but it might not be worth it.
SciShow
Can Pets Be Allergic to People?
Maybe you have a dog or cat who greets you with a sneezing fit once you walk in the door from work. Is it possible you're the problem?
SciShow
Science to Watch Poolside: A Swimming Summer Compilation
Summer is coming to a close, but there is still time to take a cool, refreshing dip in the water of your choice. Before you do, be sure to check out this swimming compilation to get answers to all the questions you didn’t even know you...
SciShow
Why Do Peaches Make My Mouth Itch?
Allergies can already be a bummer, but did you know they can eventually stop you from enjoying your favorite foods?
SciShow
The Horrifying Truth About Swimmer's Itch
Also known as cercarial dermatitis, swimmer’s itch is more than just an annoying rash…
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Can steroids save your life? | Anees Bahji
Steroids: they're infamous for their use in sports. But they're also found in inhalers, creams to treat poison ivy and eczema, and shots to ease inflammation. The steroids in these medicines aren't the same as those used to build muscle....
SciShow
7 of the Strangest Allergies
When you think of allergies, the first thing that comes to mind is probably seasonal allergies, but there are a handful of strange allergies can be much harder to avoid than pollens.
Curated Video
How to Make a Cucumber Facial Mask
Howcast - Learn how to make a cucumber facial mask from licensed esthetician Joanna Vargas in this skin care video from Howcast.
Curated Video
How to Understand the Facts about Hypoallergenic Cat Breeds
Howcast - Many people believe that certain cat breeds are less likely to cause allergic reactions. While different factors can influence the degree of severity, there are facts that you should learn before getting a cat.
Curated Video
4-Day Wait Rule
Howcast -Learn about the four-day wait rule regarding introducing your baby to solid foods from Petit Organics founder Michelle Muller-Marinis in this Howcast video.
Healthcare Triage
A Drug to Treat Food Allergy Reactions
If you or someone you love has a life-threatening food allergy, you have to remain constantly vigilant for even the slightest exposure to that food, making even an outing to a restaurant an impossibility for some people. It can be...
HealthSketch
What are Allergies? (HealthSketch)
A simple explainer video about allergies. We explain how allergies occur, common causes and symptoms of allergies, how they are diagnosed and treated, and the most severe form of allergic reaction: anaphylaxis. We hope this video will be...
Curated Video
Why do you gain weight with antidepressants and mood stabilizers?
Why do you gain weight with antidepressants and mood stabilizers? In this video I discuss two way. One way is by blocking histamine 1 receptors. We usually think of histamine as something that is associated with allergies and your immune...
Brave Wilderness
Giant Hornet KNOCKS OUT COYOTE!
On this episode of Base Camp, Coyote, Mark, and Mario relive the epic Japanese Giant Hornet sting - only 12 hours after it happened! Get ready... you're about to see how a Giant Hornet KNOCKS OUT Coyote!
The Wall Street Journal
Moderna CEO on Leadership and Innovation
Stéphane Bancel talks to WSJ about the novel messenger-RNA vaccine and how he is leading his company through the coronavirus pandemic.
Brave Wilderness
How to Cure a Lionfish Sting!
In this segment of On Location, witness the painful conclusion to Coyote’s experience with the Lionfish sting! In addition to witnessing the effects of the sting itself Coyote will also show you the cure…at least he hopes… The Lionfish...
Curated Video
Understanding Allergies: Causes and Reactions
Understand what allergies are and their causes such as foods, latex, pollen, and genetic factors. Learn why early detection are so important to allergy management and how antihistamines and adrenaline may be used in severe cases.
Curated Video
Canadian pediatricians issue new guidance on food allergies
Navigating food allergies can be a confusing path for parents. The Canadian Paediatric Association hopes to clear up that confusion with new guidance. It says feeding babies allergens early should prevent reactions later. The CBC's...