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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 ...
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...
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."
...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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.
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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 ...
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...
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...
Basophil-Microarray Based Allergy Assay wins Award
in Allergies, on December 2, 2008
...category .
The new technology developed at Nottingham is a lab-based, in-vitro test to mimic human allergic reaction that could be used as an alternative to the traditional skin-prick test. It can te...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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?...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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,...
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...
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/...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Cats Can Trigger Allergies in Some Children
in Allergies, on June 29, 2008
...sed the chances of having allergies in individuals that are already genetically predisposed to have allergic reactions anyway. It also does not directly indicate that it is the cats themselves ...
Bee stings!
in The Parenting Weblog, on June 26, 2008
...ull swing, taking a few minutes to go over bee safety issues is a good idea. A number of people are allergic to bee stings with the range of a bad reaction all the way to death. Sharing with your kids...
Preventing Post-Flood Mold Allergies
in Allergies, on June 24, 2008
...#39;s out once more, you'll have to put control measure to prevent mold growth, which can cause allergic reactions and asthmatic symptoms in sensitive people.
If your building is flooded, H. Jam...
Nasopure Nasal Washing System for Nasal Allergies
in Allergies, on June 23, 2008
In my entry on the use of Neti Pots for nasal allergies , reader Marcus left a comment, recommending an alternative that has worked for him. He says:
I have tried both the neti and Nasopure and have found Nasopure far superior. I dont have to bend and twist like the neti and Nasopure seems t...
LPGA player Jill McGill Urges You to Challenge Your Course and Seek Allergy Treatment
in Allergies, on June 21, 2008
... than 20 top 10 finishes since she started touring with the LPGA in 1996.
She says, "I'm allergic to almost everything that you see in green. When I went to my allergist to get my skin pric...
Probiotic Drink Yakult May Ease Hay Fever
in Allergies, on June 3, 2008
...re higher , a type of antibody that in contrast to IgE is thought to play a protective role against allergic reactions.
"The probiotic strain we tested changed the way the body's immune cell...
Stress During Pregnancy May Increase Baby's Asthma and Allergy Risk
in Next Nine Months, on May 29, 2008
...in their blood at birth than did babies born to less-stressed moms. IgE is an antibody involved in allergic and asthmatic reactions.
"Moms who had elevated levels of stress had children who seem...
Electrosensitive Group Files Lawsuit Against Public Wi-Fi
in The Wireless Weblog, on May 28, 2008
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, christine balderas
A group in Santa Fe, New Mexico is asking the city to ban Wi-Fi from public Wi-Fi, claiming their electrosensitivity causes symptoms including chest pains and headaches in response to Wi-Fi signals.
"The citizens claim that Wi-Fi netw...
Beware of Insect Stings this Summer!
in Allergies, on May 28, 2008
...nd itching, that is normal. If you get a huge swelling that lasts a week, that is probably a local allergic reaction, and it isn't really dangerous unless you get stung in the throat.
But if you ...
Are Cheaper Jewelry More Likely to Contain Nickel?
in Allergies, on May 26, 2008
...welry an indicator whether the metal used contains nickel and may thus cause rashes in individuals allergic to nickel? In some countries in Europe, perhaps, but not in the United States . According t...
Detergent Allergies on Babies
in Allergies, on May 25, 2008
...t appears that she does not show any hypersensitivity. Studies indicate that although it happens, allergic reactions to soaps and detergents are relatively rare . Am crossing my fingers.
...
Stress in Pregnancy Increases Baby's Asthma and Allergy Risk
in Allergies, on May 20, 2008
... in their blood at birth than did babies born to less-stressed moms. IgE is an antibody involved in allergic and asthmatic reactions.
"Moms who had elevated levels of stress had children who see...
Cats vs Dogs?
in WebKinzBlog, on May 19, 2008
...he dog theme.
Hayley loves both dogs and cats but her dad and I are dog fans - he is even allergic to cats mildly as well so we have three dogs and no kitties.
The same applies to the the...
Preventing Allergies in High Risk Children
in Allergies, on May 14, 2008
...for a full 6 months before introducing solid foods - a recommendation for children at high risk of allergic diseases .
Will all these precautionary steps assure me of an allergy-free child? Of cours...
Spread the Word: Food Allergy Awareness Week 2008
in Allergies, on May 10, 2008
...ople aware of food allergies - how important it is, how it impacts the lives of people, and how non-allergic people can help make the lives of allergic individuals a tiny bit easier? Here's a cal...
Wine Glossary: Sulfites
in Celebrate Wine, on May 2, 2008
...e gotten a rather bad reputation because a small percentage of the population-around one percent-is allergic to this compound. For this reason, any US-produced wine with more than 10ppm must include t...
Mobile Phones and Nickel Allergy
in Allergies, on April 30, 2008
...ng with your cellphone or iPod for a while, you might have to face facts that you're a bit allergic to technology. I have a slight nickel allergy, but luckily my ears and hands can handle it. ...
Gloves Made from Guayule Latex, Alternative to Those with Latex Allergies
in Allergies, on April 28, 2008
... The US FDA has approved of a new alternative to latex gloves that apparently do not cause allergic reactions in people with Type 1 Latex Allergy . The new gloves, made by privately-held Y...
Zoppini Firenze Jewelry
in The Jewelry Weblog, on April 28, 2008
...s jewelry, Zoppini has removed the barrier that has prevented many from wearing jewelry, because of allergic reactions to certain metals, such as nickel. In addition, Zoppini Firenze continues the art...
Bracelets in Precious Metals
in The Jewelry Weblog, on April 25, 2008
...in width and 7 1/4 inch in length.
Because of its purity, platinum is excellent for people who are allergic to other metals. Platinum will never tarnish or wear out, and its light color makes it popu...
Food Allergies and Bullying
in Allergies, on April 23, 2008
... category. I can imagine that for kids who don't have food allergies, someone who's deathly allergic to something benign such as peanut butter or peanut cookies, are freaks and are thus obviou...
Using Immunotherapy for Treating Food Allergies
in Allergies, on April 21, 2008
...ating the use of immunotherapy to prevent food allergy reactions . They are feeding peanut- and egg-allergic people increasing doses of an investigational protein extract from the foods to induce the ...
Baby Swimming and Wheezing in Children of Allergic or Asthmatic Moms
in Allergies, on April 15, 2008
© valentinapowers
If you are a new mom, and you have (or had) allergies or asthma, you might want to wait a bit before you let your child participate in baby swimming lessons. A new study indicates that children with mothers who have allergies or asthma have an increased risk of wheezing in t...
Allergy to Food Dyes
in Allergies, on April 12, 2008
... © bgautrea
In some cases, when you exhibit allergic reaction to certain foods, it may be that it's not a reaction to the food per se, but to certain additives such as preservatives and food ...
