The federal School Access to Emergency Epinephrine Act was signed into law by the President on November 13.
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Good Samaritan Saves 2-Year-Old from Allergic Reaction
A good Samaritan helps save a 2-year-old’s life during a roadside reaction.
Does Farming Protect Adults Against Allergies?
Want to avoid adult-onset environmental allergies? Then become a farmer, according to a new study.
World’s Oldest Allergist: Active at 101
He once treated Saddam Hussein for allergies: he’s the world’s oldest allergist at 101.
FDA’s Gluten-Free Rule: Issues in the Fine Print
The FDA’s new gluten-free labeling standard is a great step forward, but has some issues.
Company Nixes Allergy Chemical in Sunscreen
Johnson & Johnson announces changes to a sunscreen product after over 150 people reported skin reactions.
Food Allergy’s Economic Burden on Families: $3,500 a Year
Having a child with a food allergy raises the expenses of an American family by a hefty $3,457 a year, says a groundbreaking national study
Drinking Probiotics to Ward Off Allergies
A new study published in the journal Pediatrics suggests that taking probiotics taken during pregnancy or early in life may reduce the risk of developing food allergies.
Middle-Aged Women at Higher Risk for Asthma Hospitalization
A new study suggests that women aged 40 to 60 with asthma are admitted to hospital more than twice as… Read more »
Increased Allergy Risk for C-Section Babies
New research adds to the growing body of evidence that suggests infants who are born via Caesarian section are more likely to develop allergies later in life.