Many kids with food allergies follow a similar path. As babies, their skin is red and inflamed from eczema. Then,… Read more »
Author: Jenifer Goodwin
4 Epi Auto-Injector Alternatives Make Progress, Aim for Approval
Four companies are making progress on needle-free epinephrine auto-injector alternatives for treating serious allergic reactions. Contenders include two nasal sprays,… Read more »
Nanoparticles Targeting Mast Cells Prevent Allergic Reactions in Mice
Nanoparticles that target and deactivate mast cells prevented anaphylaxis in mice, Northwestern University researchers have found. The research is in… Read more »
Boy’s Therapy Journey: From Extreme Allergies to Food Freedom
As a child, Luca Hoang’s allergies to peanuts, walnuts and hazelnuts led to several scary reactions. So when his mom… Read more »
Xolair and Food Allergy FAQ: From Doses to Risks, Insurance, OIT
Omalizumab – the brand Xolair – recently became the first medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to… Read more »
Neffy Epi Spray: Halted Anaphylaxis in Kids, Fared Well in Hives
The nasal epinephrine sprayer called neffy reversed anaphylaxis in 15 children experiencing a serious reaction to a food allergen. These… Read more »
FDA Approves Xolair to Avert Severe Food Allergy Reactions
The Food and Drug Administration has approved omalizumab – the brand Xolair – to help those with one or more… Read more »
New Eczema Guidelines: Rethinking What’s Best for Flaring Skin
Eczema sufferers are all too familiar with the itchy misery and sleepless nights the skin disorder can cause. New guidelines… Read more »
Neffy Keeps Up Pressure on FDA for Epinephrine Spray Approval
The makers of the epinephrine nasal spray called neffy are pushing forward in the effort to win approval from the… Read more »
Xolair Takes Step Toward FDA Approval for Multiple Food Allergies
The use of Xolair as a treatment to protect from allergic reactions to multiple foods has moved a step closer… Read more »