The genetics of allergy have shifted from characterizing a single polymorphism in a candidate gene as being responsible for the disease to inclusion of a multitude of genetic and nongenetic risk factors. Studies now must consider complex relationships that modify an individual's susceptibility, ...
When a toddler starts solid food, the experience of tasting new things is just as much of an adventure for the parents. For moms and dads, it can be fun to watch a child react to a first taste of strawberry or piece of cheddar cheese. But the process makes plenty of parents incredibly...
Parents of children with wheat allergy reveal gaps in knowledge, confidence SAN DIEGO — When children have a wheat allergy, it can significantly affect the quality of life of their parents, but education and support may mitigate these impacts, according to an abstract presented here. News March...
Bread is the common culprit while traveling with a sesame allergy, but while I was in Barcelona, I was surprised to learn at one restaurant that their bread may contain tree nuts due to the way it’s prepared in the kitchen. I only found this out after ordering and agreeing for bread t...
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Are food allergies on the increase and if so, why? Do some people believe they have an allergy when they don't? Neil and Alice discuss how the food industry has responded to this growing fear of food and teach some related vocabulary....
Skillfully writing a demand letter to send the insurer requesting the amount of compensation you deserve to resolve the claim. All communication and negotiations for a settlement with the insurer. By hiring a food allergy lawyer, you can have peace of mind that every aspect of your case will ...
And beyond just the experts, she also interviews parents and advocates who have created groups and non-profits that help individuals in the Allergy World. I liked reading about these individuals, especially since I know them and have met them at food allergy conferences through the years. I res...
"Physicians have to make sure the parents can repeat back the directions," she added. "Parents may not be digesting all the information given to them in a short period of time." Food allergies affect 8 percent of American children, according to the news release. Peanut allergy is the most...
(HealthDay)—The majority of caregivers of children with food allergy are willing to consider participation in clinical trials for food allergy immunotherapy, according to a research letter published in the March issue of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma &