Allergies on the other hand are caused by an overactive immune

Allergies, on the other hand, are caused by an overactive immune systemattacking harmless substances like pollens and molds as if they were coldviruses. Allergy symptoms are similar to a cold, except allergy attacks don`ttypically produce aches or fevers. Health Net members seeking relief from seasonal allergies may log in to, then go to Decision Power Health & Wellness > View My HealthGuide > Health Topics > then search for "allergies" for a variety of healthreferences and resources. Radio interviews availableHealth Net medical personnel are available to discuss allergy triggers andtreatments. To arrange a radio interview, please or call 203-225-8836.

About Health NetHealth Net of the Northeast is a subsidiary of Health Net, Inc (NYSE:HNT).Health Net, Inc. is among the nation`s largest publicly traded managed healthcare companies. Its mission is to help people be healthy, secure andcomfortable. The company`s health plans and government contracts subsidiariesprovide health benefits to approximately 6.7 million individuals across thecountry through group, individual, Medicare, Medicaid and TRICARE and VeteransAffairs programs.

Health Net`s behavioral health subsidiary, MHN, providesmental health benefits to approximately 6.9 million individuals in all 50states. The company`s subsidiaries also offer managed health care productsrelated to prescription drugs, and offer managed health care productcoordination for multi-region employers and administrative services for medicalgroups and self-funded benefits programs. For more information on Health Net, Inc., please visit the company`s Web site at Net of the NortheastAlice Ferreira, Copyright Business Wire 2009. PHOENIX--(Business Wire)--Spring has sprung and for some that comes with sniffling, sneezing, itchy eyesand feeling just plain miserable Welcome to the spring allergy season "In Arizona, the allergy season isactually year-long.

But what triggers an allergy attack depends on the time ofyear," said Debra Brown, M.D., chief medical officer for Health Net of Arizona For More Information Health Net Inc. Online NewsroomHealth Net Member Web Site Health Net Insurance for Individuals Health Net Medicare Plans As part of its emphasis on being a partner you can trust, Health Net offers tipson how to identify allergens in your area to prevent allergy attacks, and how totell the difference between a cold and an allergy episode to determine the besttreatment option. Many people mistakenly believe Arizona`s dry climate helps alleviate allergies.However, the climate may not always be beneficial because there are so manyoutdoor allergy triggers, such as plant pollens and molds, all of which cantrigger bouts of sneezing, itching, stuffy noses, watery eyes, wheezing andfatigue. How do I know if I have an allergy?Your doctor is the best source of information about what is and is not allergyfor you. "He or she can determine what causes your symptoms, like molds or grassand tree pollens," said Brown.

Once you know what you`re allergic to, it`s important to know how to spottriggers. In Arizona, some of the biggest culprits are:* Trees such as cedar, ash and oak pollinate in the late winter to the earlyspring * Grass pollens are high in the late spring. * Weed season can extend from spring or early summer through fall. Among theoffenders: plantain weed and ragweed.How can I manage my allergies?You can control an allergy attack by avoiding outdoor triggers Some tips:* Keep your windows closed. * Take a shower and wash your clothes after you`ve spent time outdoors.Allergens stick to fabrics * Take notice of allergen levels. Popular weather and health web sites showdaily pollen forecasts.