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How can a supply chain react to unexpected events (similar to Michael Jackson's death)?
in Supplychainer, on July 5, 2009
... political conflicts in some Latin American countries, etc.
The main question here is: How can we react to these unexpected increase or decrease in our products' demand? Well, here are some idea...
Fish Detection Test Under Development
in Allergies, on June 30, 2009
...e United States Department of Agriculture to design an assay to detect fish allergens, which cause allergic reactions in more than 6 million people each year in the United States alone.
"In 2004... ...States Department of Agriculture to design an assay to detect fish allergens, which cause allergic reactions in more than 6 million people each year in the United States alone.
"In 2004, the Foo...
She's Allergic to Eggs
in Allergies, on June 28, 2009
...tems that cause allergies into my younger daughter's diet. So far, we know that she's not allergic to milk, fish, wheat and soy and and until recently, she hasn't had the other four commo... ... elimination diet or other tests to confirm it, but arrgh, it just makes me so frustrated that she reacted to something . I was hoping she would be spared from food allergies.
Fortunately, a lot of ...
Securing pharma supply chain: Is now the right time?
in Supplychainer, on June 18, 2009
...fe, the FDA has estimated that at least 81 Americans died and hundreds more became sick from severe allergic reactions to the tainted ingredient.
The author of the piece recommends pharma companies ... ...DA has estimated that at least 81 Americans died and hundreds more became sick from severe allergic reactions to the tainted ingredient.
The author of the piece recommends pharma companies to take a...
Test To Determine Baby's Gender, Now Can Be Done At Home
in Straightfromthedoc, on June 10, 2009
...quot; isolates certain hormones that when combined with a "proprietary mix of chemicals" react differently if a woman is carrying a boy or a girl.
It claims that within 10 minutes of takin...
Chemotherapy Drug Triggers Fatal Allergic Reactions
in Allergies, on June 9, 2009
... so the number of hypersensitivity reactions and deaths is likely significantly higher. The severe allergic reactions are believed to be caused by Cremophor, the chemical solvent - a derivative of cas... ...nerally only represent from 1 to 10 percent of actual incidence, so the number of hypersensitivity reactions and deaths is likely significantly higher. The severe allergic reactions are believed to be...
Get to know the artistic robot
in The RFID Weblog, on June 8, 2009
...ehind this work will be bringing these pen holding rubber cast robots which have been programmed to react to the surroundings. So in case you go too close to them the robot may get self conscious or r...
Cigarette Smoke Can Prevent Allergies
in Allergies, on May 22, 2009
...omson concludes that the findings presented in this study are "consistent with a dampening of allergic responses in smokers."
... ... at least. In fact, the study shows that cigarette smoke can prevent allergies by decreasing the reaction of immune cells to allergens.
Researchers at Utrecht University in the Netherlands found th...
Nutramigen AA Amino Acid Based Formula for Infants with Cow's Milk Allergies
in Allergies, on May 12, 2009
...that are completely hydrolyzed or cut up into its amino acid components and therefore do not elicit allergic reactions. One of these is Nutramigen AA , manufactured by Mead Johnson. This is what my s... ...completely hydrolyzed or cut up into its amino acid components and therefore do not elicit allergic reactions. One of these is Nutramigen AA , manufactured by Mead Johnson. This is what my son switch...
Improving Indoor Air Quality
in Allergies, on April 30, 2009
...hange your filter at the start of every season.
5. Restrict your furry friends - People who are allergic to cats and dogs are actually allergic to the dander that pets shed. To help minimize exposu...
Folic Acid May Help Against Asthma and Allergies
in Allergies, on April 30, 2009
...y predisposition.
• Those with the lowest folate levels had 31 percent higher risk of atopy (allergic symptoms) than people with the highest folate levels.
• Those with lowest folate levels had 16 per...
What's the State of Your Air?
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 30, 2009
...o change your filter at the start of every season.
5. Restrict your furry friends - People who are allergic to cats and dogs are actually allergic to the dander that pets shed. To help minimize expos...
No recovery in sight
in Sox First, on April 30, 2009
With the US economy convulsing in its sharpest contraction since 1958 . down 6.1%, the Fed now seems to be sitting on the side lines. In its latest statement , the Fed said the economic outlook had improved "modestly" but that economic activity was "likely to remain weak for a t...
Increasing Rates of Oral Allergy Syndrome
in Allergies, on April 20, 2009
...ally termed as oral allergy syndrome , which is a cross-reaction that occurs among people who are allergic to certain types of pollens.
For example, if you have ragweed pollen allergies , beware o... ...ot food allergy, however, but what is actually termed as oral allergy syndrome , which is a cross-reaction that occurs among people who are allergic to certain types of pollens.
For example, if you...
Food Allergy Friendly Treats from HomeFree
in Allergies, on April 14, 2009
... trans fat or cholesterol
· Free of peanuts, tree nuts, eggs and dairy
· Fine for most people allergic to wheat (not gluten-free; contain oats)
· Fine for most people allergic to soy (most contain soy...
Is Easter Egg Painting Safe for Egg Allergics?
in Allergies, on April 9, 2009
...ld really be for someone who has (slight) egg allergies. Obviously, if someone is anaphylactically allergic to eggs, it isn't worth the risk. But for someone who displays symptoms only if they act...
Allergy Results from Malfunction of Respiratory Epithelium
in Allergies, on April 4, 2009
... Apparently birch pollen binds to, enters and travels through conjunctival and nasal epithelium of allergic patients but not of healthy subjects within one minute after the exposure.
During the resea...
More People Allergic to Fragrance Ingredient in Soaps
in Allergies, on March 29, 2009
... According to a new Swedish study, more people turns out to be allergic to the by-product of a fragrance compound used in soaps and shampoos.
"I would suspect that about 2% of the complete ...
Experimental Therapy Builds Tolerance to Peanut Allergies
in Allergies, on March 18, 2009
...ny years of experimentation and careful monitoring, a handful of kids who were previously severely-allergic to peanuts can now tolerate about 15 peanuts a day .
For the study, which began five years... ...s been raised such that they are now at least able to tolerate accidental exposure without having a reaction.
It's definitely not a complete treatment, but for me, as a parent of a peanut-allergi...
RFID Football Helmet: Play it safe
in The RFID Weblog, on March 9, 2009
...omputer.
In case the body temperature exceeds the limit an alert is sounded so that paramedics can react in a timely manner. Not just sports this RFID football helmet could be deployed for firefighte...
Cydia Releases Paid Apps and I Un-Jailbreak My iPhone
in The Gadgets Weblog, on March 9, 2009
...hack with this move, and I am not sure I want to be a part of it. First, I think Apple is going to react with fire and brimstone, and I don't want my phone in the crossfire. Second, I am uncomfort...
Rohm and Haas selects Profit Point software
in Supplychainer, on March 8, 2009
... in the supply chain. In the past, the lack of a reliable data interface has limited our ability to react quickly and with a high degree of confidence in our results. Profit Point's Data Interface...
Grazax Immunotherapy Tablets Now Approved for Children Aged 5-17
in Allergies, on February 22, 2009
...nables the patient to tolerate higher levels of the allergen. This helps to reduce and even prevent allergic reactions. Unlike traditional hay fever treatments the Grazax tablet works to both control ... ...e patient to tolerate higher levels of the allergen. This helps to reduce and even prevent allergic reactions. Unlike traditional hay fever treatments the Grazax tablet works to both control symptoms ...
Having Pets Can Help Fight Allergies
in Allergies, on February 18, 2009
...d the blood of babies immediately after birth and one year later. He was looking for evidence of an allergic reaction, immunity changes, and for reactions to bacteria in the environment.
If a dog liv... ...od of babies immediately after birth and one year later. He was looking for evidence of an allergic reaction, immunity changes, and for reactions to bacteria in the environment.
If a dog lived in the...
C-Section Raises Asthma Risk
in Allergies, on February 8, 2009
...nd. The association between c-section and asthma was even stronger for children born to one or two allergic parents than for children born to parents without allergies.
Of course, in many cases, moth...
Sugar-Free, Dye-Free ZYRTEC Allergy Syrup for Kids
in Allergies, on January 29, 2009
... Bubble Gum flavor ! It's sugar-free, dye-free medication used to treat perennial and seasonal allergic rhinitis (i.e., indoor and outdoor allergies) in children ages two years and older. It shou...
ASTHMyths: Asthma Facts vs Myths
in Allergies, on January 28, 2009
Are you or someone you know recently diagnosed of asthma? Find out more about asthma from AsthMyths , a website put together by Merck (manufacturer of Singulair ), to help patients separate fact from myths.
Will moving to a dry climate improve your asthma?
Can one outgrow asthma?
Can one he...
Worker Spreads Peanuts in Peanut-Free Factory
in Allergies, on January 22, 2009
...vocation, and certainly no the flimsy one reported, is worth endangering the lives of so many food allergic people who rely on the few products that are manufactured in certified peanut-free plants.
...
First Food Allergy Reaction in 2009
in Allergies, on January 9, 2009
...to have less number of allergy bouts this year than the last. Alas, my son greeted the year with an allergic cough followed by a food reaction a few days later. The culprit? Vietnamese spring rolls.
... ...ts this year than the last. Alas, my son greeted the year with an allergic cough followed by a food reaction a few days later. The culprit? Vietnamese spring rolls.
We were at a place with an open k...
Coping with Winter Allergies
in Allergies, on December 31, 2008
...o have less allergy bouts.
However, winter has its own set of allergy triggers , too. If you are allergic to pet dander, you may suffer more since pets spend comparatively more time indoors.
And ...
Supply chain risk trends for 2009
in Supplychainer, on December 30, 2008
...overies. Economic recoveries will likely be somewhat choppy across regions. The ability to quickly react to global shifts in demand will be critical for success.
...
Does Your Cat Suffer from Allergies?
in Allergies, on December 21, 2008
...ons of the above! The Pets Doctor blog has the details, but here are some basics:
Flea: a severe allergic reaction to even just one bite will result to intense itching and the cat will chew or seve... ...e above! The Pets Doctor blog has the details, but here are some basics:
Flea: a severe allergic reaction to even just one bite will result to intense itching and the cat will chew or severely scra...
Christmas Tree Terpene Allergies
in Allergies, on December 16, 2008
...llens away, and may help reduce your Christmas tree allergies . But that's assuming you're allergic to these. Apparently, some people who are allergic to terpene , a compound found in the sa...
Grippies and Food Allergies
in Allergies, on November 29, 2008
...ome into contact with say, peanut-contaminated playground equipment, too. With a number of severely allergic children, contact may not even be necessary for an allergic reaction to occur.
And while I... ...too. With a number of severely allergic children, contact may not even be necessary for an allergic reaction to occur.
And while I can imagine that you might be able to convince your child to wear du...
Inaccuracy of Food Labels Put Allergic Individuals at Risk
in Allergies, on November 24, 2008
... Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , Gabor Izso Like many parents of food-allergic children, I've become an semi-expert on reading ingredient lists on food labels. These days, I only have to watch ... ...;s not possible to do this kind of labeling for all the 160+ foods that are known to cause allergic reactions, but it's already a big step, considering that the 8 major allergens (milk, eggs, fish...
Oral Immunotherapy to Treat Milk Allergies
in Allergies, on November 23, 2008
... is to avoid the offending substance(s). There have been reports of people who were only moderately allergic to certain substances like peanuts, suddenly become anaphylactic after the nth exposure, su... ...ation that repeated exposure to an allergen may desensitize an individual, thus reducing the immune reaction over time. Peanut oral immunotherapy has been shown to dampen a patient's allergic re...
Biofeedback Machines to DIagnose and Treat Allergies
in Allergies, on November 18, 2008
... allergies . I bet this was the same machine that woman I met was talking about.
According to the AllergiCare website :
US Patented technology in computerized biofeedback to screen for sensitivity... ...en loaded into a digital biofeedback treatment database that is used to eliminate
the patient's reactions through a process of neurological desensitization withOUT needles!
By reducing the underl...
Allergies Protect Against Cancer
in Allergies, on November 13, 2008
...ancers.
The next question that begs to be asked then is: if they have anti-cancer benefits, should allergic reactions then be suppressed or treated with antihistamines and other allergy medications?... ...a silver lining. Next time you're having a bout of allergy attacks, instead of cursing your overreacting immune system, think of it this way: those sneezing fits could be protecting you from canc...
Obama or McCain? Which will be better for markets
in Sox First, on November 4, 2008
Today's vote for the 44th US president will transform the world. But what impact will it have on markets and the economy? As The Times and The National point out, the world is in the grip of Obamamania. Not that it would have any impact. Four years ago, the rest of world was backing Joh...
Product Alert: Hershey's Chocolate Shell Topping
in Allergies, on October 18, 2008
...ave an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds or milk run the risk of serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The only 7.25-ounce bottles of HERSHEY'S Chocol... ...lergy or severe sensitivity to almonds or milk run the risk of serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The only 7.25-ounce bottles of HERSHEY'S Chocolate Shell...
Guardian Angel Foods: Nut-, Milk, and Egg-Free Cakes and Breads
in Allergies, on October 17, 2008
...llergies, but doesn't look like a compromise. You can proudly serve these to guests who are NOT allergic, and I'm sure they won't even miss their usual bakes treats made with eggs and milk...
FDA Approves Nasacort AQ for Children 2-5 Years Old
in Allergies, on October 10, 2008
...the use of Nasacort AQ for the treatment of nasal symptoms associated with seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis among children aged 2-5 years old. Previously, the cut-off age was 6 years old (as...
Mediterranean Diet May Lower Risks of Asthma
in Straightfromthedoc, on October 7, 2008
...that linking a Mediterranean-style diet to reduced incidence of asthma and inflamed nasal passages (allergic rhinitis) in children.
The real challenge here I think is how the parents be able to adhe...
Allergy-Free Baking
in Allergies, on October 5, 2008
...ne in the household has food allergies. The key is finding alternative ingredients to those you are allergic to.
Bethenny Frankel of BethennyBakes offer these allergy free substitutes , for exampl...
EpiCard Epinephrine Auto-Injector
in Allergies, on September 30, 2008
... After 25 years, EpiPen no longer holds the monopoly in epinephrine delivery for people with severe allergic reactions. Pharmaceutical device company Intelliject has come up with EpiCard , the smal... ... years, EpiPen no longer holds the monopoly in epinephrine delivery for people with severe allergic reactions. Pharmaceutical device company Intelliject has come up with EpiCard , the smallest, saf...
11 Unusual Allergy Triggers
in Allergies, on September 30, 2008
...r nose. You're sneezing, wheezing, and you can't figure out why. Well, you think you're allergic, and you're probably right, but to what? If you are to solve the problem, you've go...
Resource Website: Fight Severe Allergy
in Allergies, on September 29, 2008
...have or live with someone who have allergies so Severe that reactions can lead to anayphylactic allergic reactions, you might want to check out this website: Fight Severe Allergy .
If you ... ...For those of you who have or live with someone who have allergies so Severe that reactions can lead to anayphylactic allergic reactions, you might want to check out this website: Fight Severe All...
Melamine Milk Scare is a Non-Topic in Our Milk Allergic Household
in Allergies, on September 28, 2008
© Inferis With the current scare on melamine-contaminated milk , I'm almost thanking my lucky stars there's hardly any milk-containing food products in our household. A few pack of biscuits, a tub of ice cream in the freezer, a bar of chocolate, some cheese and yoghurt - it doesn't...
Playgroups for Food Allergic Children?
in Allergies, on September 20, 2008
...laygroups, just like workshops have been reported to be beneficial to both parents and their food allergic kids . In an informal setting such as a playgroup for example, parents can meet people on a ...
Product Alert: Oroweat 100% Whole Wheat Bread
in Allergies, on September 19, 2008
...o and New Mexico. There was also very limited distribution in the MOAB , Utah area.
If you are allergic to tree nuts, do NOT consume this bread. The affected batches has red, blue or tan closure ...
Vaccine Allergies
in Allergies, on September 11, 2008
...it out-of-sorts and well, so am I!
With my first-born, it never even occurred to me to worry about allergic reactions to vaccines. Allergies was something that happened to other people, not us. Well,... ...-sorts and well, so am I!
With my first-born, it never even occurred to me to worry about allergic reactions to vaccines. Allergies was something that happened to other people, not us. Well, nothing ...
Stress During Childhood Linked to Increased Allergy Risks
in Allergies, on September 2, 2008
...l polypeptide) as well as an increased concentration of immune markers related to the occurrence of allergic reactions such as cytokine IL-4, in connection with moving house or the separation of paren... ...tide) as well as an increased concentration of immune markers related to the occurrence of allergic reactions such as cytokine IL-4, in connection with moving house or the separation of parents. Howev...
More on Latex and Nitrile Glove Allergies
in Allergies, on August 31, 2008
...as if the experts in the industry do not want to acknowledge the possibility that one can indeed be allergic to nitrile.
Until now.
I would like to lift a comment left by Colette Perches, President/... ...log entry as I feel these are useful information for people who think they might be having allergic reactions to nitrile. (Emphasis are mine).
Unfortunately, the conversion to nitrile was falsely pr...
Researchers Identify Key Allergy Gene
in Allergies, on August 29, 2008
...tesy of iStockphoto, Image# 6591906
German researchers report having identified a major gene for allergic diseases .
The newly discovered FCER1A Gene encodes the alpha chain of high affinit...
What Does Hypoallergenic Mean?
in Allergies, on August 28, 2008
...duct is hypoallergenic.
So although the term implies that a product may be less likely to trigger allergic reactions, one should take it with a grain of salt. In fact, I've seen a lot of so call... ...ientific studies on human subjects showed that it caused a significantly lower rate of adverse skin reactions than similar products not making such claims. The manufacturers of cosmetics claiming to b...
When to See An Allergy Specialist
in Allergies, on August 25, 2008
... Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology has issued new guidelines for diagnosing and treating allergic rhinitis this month, including a checklist on when a referral to an allergist/immunologist...
Are free tour perks really free?
in Wandalust, on August 18, 2008
...ee" extras. Now if you did phone to book the tour, enticed by the free perks, how would you react if your were told that you were not eligible because the perk was only available to the first fou...
Some Restaurants in Sweden Will Soon Bear 'Allergy-Free' Certificates
in Allergies, on August 18, 2008
...that will enable them to better advise patrons of their food options, thereby avoiding the risk of allergic reactions.
According to Mats Hulth, the head of the Swedish Hotel and Restaurant Associ... ... enable them to better advise patrons of their food options, thereby avoiding the risk of allergic reactions.
According to Mats Hulth, the head of the Swedish Hotel and Restaurant Association:
...
Cyber Surfing in Mexico
in Latina Viva, on August 15, 2008
...reased so much that regular advisories and notices are printed in local papers as to how one should react in case of a hold up. The advise? Give the thieves what they want... most carry guns and mos...
Why bootstrapping is so damned sweet
in BootStrapMe, on August 11, 2008
...ing your thoughts in order, but in the end there's no way of telling how customers will react to your product or service. Spending weeks or months painstakingly creating a business plan including ...
Worry Free Dinners for Kids
in Allergies, on August 9, 2008
Allergic Girl Resources, Inc. has organized a Worry-Free Dinner for Kids at the Blue Smoke Restaurant. If you have a kid with gluten/wheat, peanut, tree-nut, fish and/or dairy allergies, here's an opportunity to have lunch at a kid-friendly resto without having to worry whether the food or...
American Paper Maker buys new forecasting solution
in Supplychainer, on August 8, 2008
...tion of safety stock, cycle stock and inventory reorder points, and also to increase its ability to react to changes in product demand.
According to SDCE , Sappi said it recognized the need to repl...
Alcohol Consumption Inrease Risks of Perennial Allergic Rhinitis
in Allergies, on August 1, 2008
... Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Image# 5936203
If you want to avoid perennial allergic rhinitis, you might want to cut down on your alcohol consumption. A recent Danish study of 5,870 young adult...
Asthma and Allergies Reduce Risks of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma?
in Allergies, on July 30, 2008
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Jennifer Sheets
Cursing your allergies already? Well, here's a consolation: people with atopic diseases such as asthma, hay fever and food allergies have 25 percent less likelihood of contracting B-cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (the most common form of NHL) .
...
Asthmatic Kids with Food Allergies Need Second Dose of Epinephrine
in Allergies, on July 28, 2008
...s of epinephrine injections (such as Twinject or EpiPen 2-Pak ), administered in cases of severe allergic reaction.
Although some people may not need the second dose, in some cases, the second dos... ...ephrine injections (such as Twinject or EpiPen 2-Pak ), administered in cases of severe allergic reaction.
Although some people may not need the second dose, in some cases, the second dose may spe...
Nasal Allergies and Snoring
in Allergies, on July 25, 2008
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Mary Gascho
You may not know it but if you suffer from nasal allergies during the day, you may be keeping your bed partner awake at night. Apparently, nasal allergy increases congestion and aggravates snoring .
Congestion is more often a problem with chronic ...
Heated Milk For Milk Allergy
in Allergies, on July 24, 2008
...y heated meat products talked about in this particular study are baked products. Can cow's milk allergic kids eat cake now? I suggest talking to your doctor...don't go right ahead! Building to... ...) underwent heated milk challenges. Sixty-eight subjects tolerated extensively heated milk only, 23 reacted to heated milk, and 9 tolerated both heated and unheated milk. Heated milk-reactive subjects...
NY Times Health Guide on (Nasal) Allergies
in Allergies, on July 7, 2008
...er's File focuses on the currently available allergy treatment options for hay fever or allergic rhinitis. If you're still exploring options to alleviate your allergy symptoms, have a ...
4th of July and Smoke Allergies
in Allergies, on July 4, 2008
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I hope everyone is enjoying the outdoor festivities, but are keeping precautions against possible allergic reactions not just from from food, but also to insect stings, pollens, and other outdoor al... ...everyone is enjoying the outdoor festivities, but are keeping precautions against possible allergic reactions not just from from food, but also to insect stings, pollens, and other outdoor allergies. ...
Adoption language
in The Parenting Weblog, on June 30, 2008
...doption are making a plan for their children, not throwing them away.
Part of changing how people react to adoption is changing how they speak about it. Take a second and check out this article on ...
