Raw carrots can trigger an itchy mouth, swollen lips and a scratchy throat in people with a condition known as… Read more »
Author: Jenifer Goodwin
Allergy News: Dupilumab in Asthma and EoE, Targeted Asthma Inhalers
Dupilumab Reduced Severe Asthma in Children The biologic drug dupilumab markedly improved lung function while also reducing severe asthma attacks… Read more »
Nothing to Sneeze At: New Strategies for Controlling Cat Allergy
When it comes to cat allergy, thereās only one sure way to avoid symptoms ā stay away from cats. But… Read more »
Allergy News: Dissolving Epinephrine, At-Home Asthma Injections
An Oral Epinephrine āFilmā to Stop Allergic Reactions? The hesitancy of some people to use an epinephrine auto-injector for anaphylaxis… Read more »
How Allergists Are Treating Patients During COVID-19
As the seriousness of the COVID-19 pandemic became evident, allergist Dr. Kristin Sokol got busy. She wanted to make sure… Read more »
Coronavirus & Asthma: How to Cut Risks and Keep Control
Updated May 1 ā As the coronavirus spreads throughout the United States and the world, physicians are fielding calls from… Read more »
3 in 4 Kids See Benefit From Viaskin Peanut Patch After 3 Years
New results show that after three years of using the Viaskin Peanut patch in children ages 4 to 11, more… Read more »
Starbucks: Sip or Eat at Your Own Risk with Food Allergies
With 30,000 locations, Starbucks is one of the most ubiquitous chains in the world. Found on city streets, suburban malls… Read more »
New Girl Scout Cookie ‘May Contain’ Warnings Upset Allergy Families
One of two bakeries that supply Girl Scout cookies has added āmay containā warnings to its products. Jeni Cameron, a… Read more »
Why Some Ambulances Donāt Stock Epinephrine ā And How to Prepare
In case of suspected anaphylaxis, people with food allergies are advised to use an epinephrine auto-injector and call 911. But… Read more »