Virginia Adult and Pediatric Allergy and Asthma (VAPA) offers and maintains this Web site to provide information of a general nature about the conditions requiring the services of an Allergist. The information is provided with the understanding that VAPA is not engaged in rendering surgical or medical advice or recommendations. Any information in the publications, messages, posting, or articles on this Web site should not be considered a substitute for consultation with Board Certified Allergist to address individual medical needs. Individual facts and circumstances will determine the treatment that is most appropriate.This information is meant for residents of the state of Virginia and any others who read it do so at their own risk.