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Disney to Place ‘Stock’ Auto-Injectors at Its Parks and on Cruises
EpiPens will be placed at Disney parks, resorts and cruises for emergency use.
Study Proves Gluten ‘Brain Fog’
Researchers warn that if left untreated, the cognitive effects of celiac disease could affect performance of everyday tasks.
Allergist Calls for Change After Saving Girl’s Life During In-Flight Reaction
MD says it’s time for on-board allergy precautions.
FDA Adds Warning for Cardio Risks to Asthma Drug Xolair
Review found slightly increased risk of suffering from heart attacks, mini-strokes with the injectable drug.
My Child is Afraid of Using The Auto-Injector, What Can I do?
Q: My child is afraid of the epinephrine auto-injector. What can I do? Dr. Pistiner: I’ve met kids whose eyes… Read more »
Enterovirus May Make September’s Asthma Peak More Severe
The outlook is bad for the “September peak”, but here are prevention tips to keep asthma controlled.
A Voice of Reason for Food Allergy at School, Daycare
Mennett Lee, who holds a masters of education degree, founded the Food Allergy Education Network and spent many years advocating for children with food allergies from her town of Branford, Connecticut. She and fellow volunteers provided educational resources on food allergies to families, schools and local communities.
Can You Be Allergic to Just One Type of Tree Nut?
Q: My child tested highly positive to tree nut allergy, but I know she has eaten foods with almonds and… Read more »
Can Fussiness in a Child be a Sign of Allergic Reaction?
Q. Recently my mother was babysitting my son, who is 3 years old and peanut-allergic. She called me distressed; she… Read more »