Peanut Allergy Linked To Asthma In Kids

Published on March 12, 2010 by Technology Slice

Peanut Allergy Linked To Asthma In Kids – Researchers found that among 160 5- to 18-year-olds with asthma seen at their center, the 46 with peanut allergies generally had more hospitalizations for asthma exacerbations than children without the food allergy. They also had a higher rate of treatment with oral corticosteroids — anti-inflammatory drugs given [...]

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Childhood Food Allergy Epidemic

Published on March 9, 2010 by Technology Slice

Childhood Food Allergy Epidemic – Childhood allergy rates have hit “epidemic proportions” in Australia, prompting health experts to broaden their efforts to combat the mysterious condition. Canberra-based allergy expert Dr Ray Mullins said 15,000 Australian children born this year would develop a potentially fatal food allergy before they reached school age. Food allergies – particularly [...]

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