Posts by Patrick DeMarco, M.D.

Updated Jan 2023 Compared to the rest of the U.S., midwinter and early spring in Jacksonville is a really beautiful time of year. Although, our mild temperatures tend to attract folks from more frigid regions, that doesn’t mean our “cool” seasons are completely free of any downsides. In fact, if you’re allergic to tree pollen…

With pumpkins everywhere and stores filled with Spiderman costumes, it’s almost time for what may be kids’ favorite holiday — Halloween. Their excitement, however, is tempered by parents’ caution about their children’s safety. For parents of a child with allergies, the concerns are even greater. The good news is that there is a lot you…