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How Much Do You Know About Allergies?

Allergies are nothing to sneeze at. Learn how to better deal with them by taking the following quiz.

1. Which of these body systems causes allergic reactions?
2. An allergen is anything that triggers an allergic response. Which of these could be an allergen?
3. Which is one chemical your body releases in response to allergens?
4. The most severe form of allergic reaction is called anaphylaxis. Which symptoms might happen with this?
5. Which of these foods are most likely to trigger an allergy?
6. You should think about wearing a Medic Alert bracelet if you have which of these allergies?
7. Children who have an egg allergy should not get which of these vaccines?
8. Dust mites are a common trigger for indoor respiratory allergies. Where are you most likely to find them in the home?

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