FRIDAY, Aug. 20, 2004 (HealthDayNews) -- With the start of the school year, parents need to take steps to protect their children from allergy and asthma triggers they may encounter at school.
Dust mites, chalk dust, pollen, molds, exercise and animal dander from class pets or on other student's clothes are common allergy and asthma triggers in schools, says the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI).
Food sensitivities are another potential problem. Six foods account for 90 percent of food allergies in children: milk, eggs, peanuts, wheat, soy and tree nuts. Parents should remind children with food sensitivities not to share lunches, snacks or any other foods with other children.
The AAAAI offers advice for parents on how to protect their children from allergy and asthma triggers at school:
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The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology has more about allergy and asthma prevention.