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Estimated 1 in 13 kids have food allergies

The researchers say about 40 percent of the children have severe reactions - a finding they hope will erase misconceptions that food allergies are just like hay fever and other seasonal allergies that are troublesome but not dangerous. ...

Jun 19, 2011

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Local girl with peanut allergy asks community for help

A local 3-year-old suffers from a severe peanut allergy. Her family is working to raise money for an allergy dog and today they got a bit of help at a golfing event. "Service dogs will detect peanut allergies to peanut residue, anything. ...

Jun 17, 2011

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Air Canada snacks may contain nut traces: agency

Air Canada is not required to ensure it serves passengers with severe nut allergies snacks and meals that do not contain traces of peanuts or nuts, the Canadian Transparency Agency has ruled. The agency wrote on Thursday that it would "constitut...

Jun 16, 2011

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Ready for a dust-up over construction pollution

She had no history of allergies. Doctors thought it was a postnatal ailment. "I was treated for almost two years [for the rashes] before it turned out the real cause was an allergy to the pollution," the single mother of one said. ...

Jun 16, 2011

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Pets May Protect Infants Against Allergies

A new study suggests that those four-legged family members may reduce a child's risk of developing allergies. For years allergists have warned parents that some pets may actually cause allergies, but a new study published in the journal Clinical ...

Jun 15, 2011

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Sneezing attack triggers crash in Hamlin

She was taken to Strong Memorial Hospital / TINA YEE staff photographer The woman was heading east when a sneezing attack triggered from allergies caused her to lose control and leave the road. / TINA YEE staff photographer A woman was hospitalized ....

Jun 15, 2011

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Nasacort AQ generic enters market

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries has begun shipping a generic drug for allergies, partnering company Perrigo said Wednesday. Triamcinolone acetonide nasal spray is a generic version of Sanofi's Nasacort AQ and is used to treat nasal symptoms of sea...

Jun 14, 2011

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Recent allergies Discussions

Worried about possible pulmonary hypertension - Lung & Respiratory Disorders / COPD Message Board - HealthBoards

I just learned that my echo of 2.5 years ago showed "mild triscuspid valve regurg" and "mild pulmonary hypertension" (sPAP estimated at 38 mmHg) with "trace mitral valve regurg." All else was normal, including s...

Sep 09, 2010

Rosacea by dr. Mercola

Have you guys already read dr Mercola's findings regarding rosacea? I found it very interesting and wondered if anybody has looked into this ' Metabolic Typing' . I do know that a lot of you already are cutting out the carbs and sugars...

Aug 10, 2011

Please Read ~FULL RECOVERY STORY! ~ Have hope! - paxilprogress

Dear Paxilprogress Community ~ I am writing to let you know that I am totally, fully, 100% recovered from my experience with Paxil and other pharmaceuticals, and have been for over a year and a half! I am not sure recovery is even the right word...

Mar 26, 2011

Epipen advice, and other symptoms - Allergies Message Board - HealthBoards

So I got my Epipen a couple days ago for possible Macadamia nuts allergy. I'll ge the results to see if I'm actually in a few days, but I'm pretty sure I am. Anyway, what I want to know is what color is the medi...

May 13, 2011

Having serious allergic reactions... Unsure of what to do. - Allergies Message Board - HealthBoards

Hello everyone... I've never had allergies before, but recently I've had some fairly serious reactions. Earlier this year I was on medication that I thought was the allergen and had a reaction that resulted in my...

Oct 15, 2010

Cvid - Immune Disorders Message Board - HealthBoards

I was diagnosed with CVID over 19 years ago. I was diagnosed by Johns Hopkins University when I was 10 years old. My immune system at the point was not existent and was receiving the IVIG treatments for years unt...

Sep 29, 2010

sunflower & Safflower - Allergies Message Board - HealthBoards

I have been allergic to Sunflower since I was very young, but I developed anaphylaxis when I became a bit older. What I came to find out was that I started noticing I would get sick to a lot more food items than ...

Jun 23, 2011

allergies Questions

Are allergies more common now than they used to be?

Answer: Allergies were quite rare in the early 1900’s, but now they are quite common. It is estimated that 20-25% off the US population is affected by environmental allergies. Asthma and food allergies are now more common ...

Are allergies more common now than they used to be?

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What are the Different Types of Allergies?

Answer: There are many types of allergy. Some of the more common forms are: Food Allergies – A food allergy is an immune system response to a food that the body mistakenly believes is harmful. Examples of food allergy include wheat allergy, peanut alle...

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How Can I Tell If My Child Has Allergies or a Common Cold?

Answer: Symptoms of allergies and colds can be similar, but here's how to tell the difference: Occurrence of symptoms: Both allergies and colds cause symptoms of sneezing, congestion, runny nose, watery eyes, fatigue, and headaches. However, colds often caus...

Allergies: Frequently Asked Questions

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How are Seasonal Allergies Treated?

Answer: Allergies can be treated in a variety of ways. Typically your doctor will work with an allergist to determine the specific cause of your allergies. Your doctor may recommend an allergy test, where they will administer very tiny needles dipped in ...

Seasonal Allergy FAQ’s >> Explore Your Health

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Are Food Allergies Over-Diagnosed?

Answer: Q&A with Dr. Wayne Shreffler, MD, PhD A recent article in the New York Times ( Doubt is cast on many reports of food allergies ) brings important attention to a recently published study in the Journal of the American Medical Association on th...

Are Food Allergies Over-Diagnosed?

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What happens if a guest has food allergies?

Answer: It will be your responsibility to check for food allergies. Please note on the registration form what the allergies are if any. Should any of your guests have food allergies, we will try our best to be accommodating. If a guest should have seve...

The Gingerbread Party

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What should I do if I have a special dietary restrictions or food allergies?

Answer: AGA selects lunch menus we hope everyone will enjoy. We realize that some individuals have dietary restrictions and food allergies. As such, we have made arrangements to offer a vegetarian/vegan meal at lunch for individuals who are unable eat the en...

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