Increased risk seen in those who wheezed throughout childhood, and for those who outgrew it.
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Food Allergy Management Meets the Teenage Brain
We reveal that there is plenty parents and peers can do to help allergic teens safely navigate the path to adulthood.
The Girl Who’s Allergic to Water
At 16 years of age, Alexandra Allen was diagnosed with a rare condition. But she refuses to let her allergy to water define her existence.
Wild Weather and Our Allergies and Asthma
Climate change is driving our planet’s surge in hurricanes, wildfires, deluges and droughts. It is a new environment of extremes, where mold, pollen and pollution proliferate. And who feels the direct health effects, those with allergies and asthma.
Peanut Patch Shows Promise For Treatment of Allergy
In trials, Viaskin Peanut allowed some participants to tolerate 10 times more peanut protein than at the outset.
Need to Know: Oats and the Gluten-Free Diet
The subject of oats and the gluten-free diet can be confusing. Here’s what you need to know.
Advice on Soy in Skin Products
Q. I have a soy allergy, and find that many personal care products, such as shampoos and body wash, contain soy. How concerned do I need to be about soy in these types of products?
Is it Safe for Those with Shellfish Allergies to Consume Sea Salt?
Q: I’m a chef and often serve food to allergic customers. Is it safe for those with shellfish allergies to consume sea salt? I’ve read that it can contain a microscopic type of shellfish.
Is Residue on a Football a Risk for Nut Allergies?
Q: My son goes to high school this fall and wants to try out for the football team. He has peanut and nut allergies, so is there a risk of him coming in contact with nut residue on the ball? Other boys will eat products containing these foods.
Off to College with Allergies, Celiac
Living at university can be daunting for special-diet students. But the good news is that, from searchable online menus to purple free-from zones, colleges are starting to get with the allergy-friendly program.