Getting in shape is good news for your health. But if you have allergies or asthma, the hidden triggers at the gym may be bad for your condition. Allergist Dr. McEldowney of Allergy and Asthma Care of Blakeney, a member of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI), suggests the following tips to keep your visits to the health club sniffle, sneeze and wheeze free:

Holiday gatherings are festive fun, but it’s not easy to be the life of the party when you’re sniffling, sneezing and wheezing. From the host’s overpowering perfume to the nuts in the snack bowl, holiday parties can be a challenge for people with allergies and asthma.

Halloween can be a frightful time for parents of kids with allergies and asthma. Nut-filled candy isn’t the only bogeyman that can ruin the fun. Allergy and asthma triggers can hide in other, unexpected places, too, from dusty costumes to leering jack-o-lanterns. When people think of Halloween-associated allergies, they focus on candy and often overlook many other potential triggers, said Dr. Steven McEldowney, of Allergy and Asthma Care of Blakeney. By planning ahead, you can ensure not only safe treats, but also safe costumes, make up, accessories, and decorations. Dr. McEldowney suggests watching out for these six sneaky triggers to keep Halloween sneeze-, wheeze- and reaction-free.