Immunology
Feeding babies egg and peanut may prevent food allergy
Feeding babies egg and peanut may reduce their risk of developing an allergy to the foods, finds a new study.
Sep 20, 2016
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Health
New ACIP Adult Immunization Schedule recommends major changes to flu, HPV, and meningococcal vaccines
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) released its 2017 Recommended Immunization Schedule for adults with major changes to the influenza, human papillomavirus (HPV), and meningococcal (MenB) vaccines. This ...
Feb 6, 2017
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Immunology
Flu vaccine unlikely to trigger reaction in children with egg allergy and asthma
The children's flu vaccine is unlikely to trigger an allergic reaction in those with egg allergy, finds a study in The BMJ today. The vaccine is also appropriate for young people with well-controlled asthma or recurrent wheeze, ...
Dec 8, 2015
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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
Children with egg allergies can safely receive flu vaccine, study says
Egg allergic children, including those with a history of anaphylaxis to egg, can safely receive a single dose of the seasonal influenza vaccine, according to a new study from the University of Michigan.
Jan 22, 2013
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Immunology
When and how to introduce peanut-containing foods to reduce allergy risk
Parents may be confused with how and when to introduce peanut-containing foods to their infants. Presentations at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting will offer guidance, ...
Nov 11, 2016
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Immunology
Expert panel issues clinical guidelines to prevent peanut allergy
An expert panel sponsored by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health, issued clinical guidelines today to aid health care providers in early introduction ...
Jan 5, 2017
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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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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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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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