Immunology
The trick to finding allergy-safe Halloween treats
Hershey bars, Snickers and Reese's may be trick-or-treat night staples, but for children who have food allergies, these type of treats can be dangerous.
Oct 9, 2015
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Immunology
Can children with egg allergy tolerate pasteurised raw egg?
New research from the University of Adelaide shows pasteurised (heated) raw egg contains the same main allergens as non-pasteurised (fresh) raw egg, and is not likely to be tolerated in children with egg allergy.
Mar 30, 2015
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Immunology
Do genes play a role in peanut allergies? New study suggests yes
Researchers have pinpointed a region in the human genome associated with peanut allergy in U.S. children, offering strong evidence that genes can play a role in the development of food allergies.
Feb 24, 2015
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Immunology
Peanuts don't panic parents as much as milk and eggs
It's tough being the parent of a child with food allergies. Constant vigilance is needed for everything your child eats, when a single food item containing a hidden ingredient can be fatal. Although worry is a factor for ...
Jun 26, 2014
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Immunology
You can have a food allergy, and eat it too
Have food allergies? If you answered yes, you know the best way to prevent a severe allergic reaction is to totally avoid the offending food. But according to a presentation at the Annual Scientific Meeting of the American ...
Nov 8, 2013
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Immunology
Allergic to gummy bears? Be cautious getting the flu shot
Do marshmallows make your tongue swell? Gummy bears make you itchy? If you've answered yes and are allergic to gelatin, you will want to take some precautions when getting the flu shot. While the vaccine is recommended for ...
Nov 8, 2013
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Immunology
Defining allergy fact from fiction
From gluten allergy and hypoallergenic pets, to avoiding the flu shot because of an egg allergy, there are a lot of common myths and misconceptions about allergies. Many might be shocking due to a great deal of false information ...
Nov 7, 2013
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Immunology
Egg-allergic children now have no barriers to flu shot
All children should have flu shots, even if they have an egg allergy, and it's now safe to get them without special precautions. This finding is from the latest update on the safety of the flu vaccine for allergic patients, ...
Oct 1, 2013
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Mayo Clinic expert explains new vaccine options for next influenza season
The next flu shot season will include several new vaccine options for consumers, Mayo Clinic vaccine expert Gregory Poland, M.D., says. Fearful of needles? There's now an influenza vaccination just for you. Allergic to eggs? ...
Jul 16, 2013
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Medications
Severe egg allergy? There's now a flu shot for you
People with serious egg allergies may no longer have to worry about flu shots.
Jun 20, 2013
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