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Michigan Medicine - University of MichiganA new program is finding many diagnosed in childhood with antibiotic allergies are no longer allergic after retesting
A new program is finding many diagnosed in childhood with antibiotic allergies are no longer allergic after retesting
Boiling peanuts for up to 12 hours could help overcome children’s allergic reactions according to the results of a clinical trial at Flinders University and SAHMRI which found up to 80% of children with peanut allergy became desensitised to eating peanuts.
A special article in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology reports on the findings of a roundtable discussion that focused on challenges that people with skin of color with atopic dermatitis and food allergy often experience based on their skin type, their comfort level with health care providers, where they live, and many other sociodemographic factors.
Anyone suffering dry skin, eczema, or insect bites will know the unpleasant effects of itchy skin.
Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is an allergic condition of the esophagus that is on the rise throughout the United States. Patients with the condition typically have inflammation throughout their esophagus and trouble swallowing food – known as dysphagia.Without proper treatment, the lining of the esophagus becomes fibrous, and the passage becomes so narrowed, or strictured, that food can lodge in the esophagus, requiring medical attention.
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Two new yardsticks, Clinical Guidance for the Use of Dupilumab in Eosinophilic Esophagitis: and A Yardstick and Yardstick for Managing Cough. Part 1: in Adults and Adolescent Patients >14 years of age have been published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, ACAAI’s scientific journal.
Four New Year’s resolutions from the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology that those who suffer from allergies or asthma may want to consider.
Researchers with the Rutgers Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute have simulated how climate change will affect the distribution of two leading allergens – oak and ragweed pollens – across the contiguous United States. The results, published in the journal Frontiers in Allergy, may make your eyes water.
Nanotechnologies have revolutionized food technology with changes to food production, manufacture, and processing that are intended to make our food safer and healthier.
Keep allergy and asthma triggers top of mind as you map out what your holidays will look like this year.
A new study by Penn State College of Medicine finds that small molecules found in most humans’ breast milk may reduce the likelihood of infants developing allergic conditions.
Un nuevo estudio que se presenta en la Reunión Científica Anual del ACAAI de este año muestra que un tratamiento que usa una tecnología de edición genética de repeticiones palindrómicas cortas, agrupadas y regularmente interespaciadas logró aliviar la inflamación y reducir la frecuencia de los ataques.
A new study being presented at this year’s ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting shows a treatment using the CRISPR genome editing technology succeeded in alleviating swelling and reducing the frequency of attacks.
A new study being presented at this year’s ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting in Louisville, KY, showed elevated levels of cat and dog allergens, as well as β-D glucans (BDG) and endotoxin on simulated phone models.
Un nuevo estudio que se presenta en la Reunión Científica Anual del ACAAI de este año sugiere que las primeras horas de la mañana son mejores que las últimas de la tarde para evitar el polen.
Un nuevo estudio que se presenta en la Reunión Científica Anual del ACAAI de este año muestra niveles elevados de alérgenos de gatos y perros, así como de glucanos β-D y endotoxinas en modelos telefónicos simulados.
A new study being presented at this year’s ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting shows that even in states with strong stock inhaler/albuterol laws, school administrators and prescribing clinicians fear liability in prescribing and administering the stock inhalers.
A new study being presented at this year’s ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting suggests that early morning hours are better than later in the afternoon for dodging pollen.
Un nuevo estudio que se presenta en la Reunión científica anual del ACAAI muestra que solo la mitad de los pacientes adultos alérgicos a los alimentos tienen acceso inmediato a la epinefrina y que el 36 % de los adultos creen que los autoinyectores de epinefrina pueden causar efectos negativos o potencialmente mortales.
A new study being presented at this year’s ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting shows that only half of food allergic adult patients have immediate access to epinephrine, and 36% of adults believe epinephrine auto injectors can cause negative or life-threatening effects.
Un nuevo estudio que se presentó en la Reunión Científica Anual del ACAAI de este año muestra que de los bebés de 0 a 24 meses que acudieron al servicio de urgencias por anafilaxia, pocos requirieron hospitalización y la mayoría pudo irse a casa después de unas horas de observación.
A new study being presented at this year’s ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting shows that, in infants aged 0-24 months who presented to the emergency department for anaphylaxis, few required hospitalization and most were able to go home after a few hours of observation.
Five key messages for general and specialist care providers, as well as caregivers, promote best practices for managing atopic dermatitis in infants.
Inflammation and increased mucus production are typical symptoms of worm infections and allergies. This immune response involves our innate immune cells, but their exact functions are not yet fully understood.
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Researchers at Binghamton University, State University of New York are working to understand the molecular composition of tattoo inks to provide knowledge to artists and consumers.
It’s that time of year: costumes, candy and trick-or-treating. As families celebrate this season, Johns Hopkins Children’s Center experts are available for interviews on a variety of tips to help ensure a safe and fun Halloween.
A new study in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology shows that targeted cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can significantly lessen food allergy-related anxiety (FAA) for both children and parents.
Researchers found that children who were more physically fit were less likely to develop allergic conjunctivitis.
A new study in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology shows that a first-of-its-kind program at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) can help children with food allergy-related anxiety reduce their fears and improve their quality of life. The Food Allergy Bravery (FAB) program at CHOP provides cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in five to eight sessions to children who have severe anxiety related to their food allergies.
It’s best not to combine Halloween scares with allergy and asthma flares. ACAAI has tips for making Halloween safe and fun for kids with allergies and asthma.
Hand eczema is one of the most common forms of eczema, causing dry, itchy, and irritated skin affecting the whole hand, including the fingers. This skin condition can negatively impact a person’s quality of life because we use our hands often. In recognition of Eczema Awareness Month in October, board-certified dermatologists share information about the causes of hand eczema and how it can be treated to keep the condition from worsening.
The Canadian Society of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (CSACI) and the American College of Asthma, Allergy and Immunology (ACAAI) are partnering for the first-ever North American Pediatric Allergy and Asthma Congress (NAPAAC).
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The latest research and expert commentary on the monkeypox outbreak.
Treating allergic mice with a form of butyrate — which is produced by good gut bacteria — protects against peanut allergy, scientists report today. The treatment might also counteract other food allergies and inflammatory diseases. They will present their results at ACS Fall 2022.
Media are invited to pre-register for the ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting in Louisville, KY, November 10-14.
A new study in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology showed misleading content regarding hay fever on YouTube generated a higher amount of user interaction in terms of likes and comments than videos with useful content.
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The different geographic and climatic regions from which ragweed pollen originates, as well as the degree of environmental pollution, may influence the severity of allergic reactions such as hay fever and asthma.
A new study at Houston Methodist shows that that a new temperature-controlled radiofrequency intervention is a safe and effective way to improve symptoms of chronic rhinitis. Chronic rhinitis involves symptoms such as a near constant runny nose, congestion, as well as nasal and throat itching and sneezing. In addition to costing billions of dollars each year in healthcare costs, the associated symptoms have significant and severe impacts on people’s quality of life and ability to go about day-to-day activities.
A team of Rutgers researchers and others inject parasitic worms into mice to study how injured cells trigger an immune response.
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Early exposure to antibiotics kills healthy bacteria in the digestive tract and can cause asthma and allergies, a new study demonstrates.
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