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Replacing Old Mattress, Adding Ventilation Reduces Mites

Reducing the level of dust mites in the bedroom can be achieved by replacing old mattresses and increasing a room's ventilation, according to a new study. The study, which was based on data collected from the European Community Respiratory Health Survey II, can be found in articles in press area of the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (JACI) Web site, http://www.jacionline.org. [click link for full article]
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08/26/2006 | Miscellaneous | Trackback | Comments Off

Are Schools Prepared To Deal With Serious Allergies Of Pupils?

Severe allergies are on the rise, but a survey of schools in Scotland suggests that many of them are ill-prepared to protect their pupils, as reported by Aziz Sheikh and colleagues in the international open-access medical journal PLoS Medicine.Foods are the most common trigger of anaphylaxis, a severe and potentially life threatening allergic reaction, in children. [click link for full article]
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08/25/2006 | Miscellaneous | Trackback | Comments Off

Studies Have Shown That Using Air Filters Can Help Reduce Allergies And Asthmatic Attacks

What Causes Asthma?Asthma is an allergic reaction that can be brought on by a variety of triggers including certain foods, medicines, organisms, dander, mold and airborne pollution. An asthmatic attack can be very frightening for both the asthmatic and their friends and family. While an air purifier alone is not sufficient to remove all allergans and asthmatic triggers from a home, they can be an effective component in your arsenal. [click link for full article]
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08/22/2006 | Miscellaneous | Trackback | Comments Off

Exam Nerves Affects Students’ Immune Defence

It is hardly surprising that one of the medical programmes most important exams is stressful for students. However, research now shows that this mental stress also affects the students' immune defence systems, particularly amongst those suffering from allergies. While diseases like asthma and allergies are becoming increasingly common in the West, many people believe that we are living ever stressful lives. [click link for full article]
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08/19/2006 | Miscellaneous | Trackback | Comments Off

Hidden Dangers In The Classroom: Exposures To Hidden Food Allergens Extend Beyond The Cafeteria

Back-to-school often means lastminute doctor's appointments, haircuts, and new clothes. But it's also ananxious time for families who have children with food allergies. For parents of children with food allergies, risks extend beyond thecafeteria into the classroom, even to the school buses and field trips. [click link for full article]
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08/18/2006 | Miscellaneous | Trackback | Comments Off

The Asthma And Allergy Foundation Of America And The HealthCentral Network To Develop Enhanced Internet Resources For Patients

The Asthma andAllergy Foundation of America (http://www.aafa.org) and The HealthCentralNetwork (http://www.TheHealthCentralNetwork.com), a Choice Media Division,announce that they will work together to create a new online resource forindividuals with asthma and allergic disorders. [click link for full article]
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08/18/2006 | Miscellaneous | Trackback | Comments Off

Allergic Rhinitis Is Associated With The Development Of Parkinson’s Disease Later In Life, Mayo Clinic

Researchers from Mayo Clinic have discovered that allergic rhinitis is associated with the development of Parkinson's disease later in life. Findings will be published in the August issue of the journal Neurology."The association with Parkinson's disease is increased to almost three times that of someone who does not have allergic rhinitis," says James Bower, M.D., Mayo Clinic neurologist and lead study investigator. "That's actually a pretty high elevation. [click link for full article]
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08/09/2006 | Miscellaneous | Trackback | Comments Off

Food Wrappers Can Cause Fatal Allergic Reactions

About one third of all food wrapping contains latex, an allergen that possibly up to 6% of the population is allergic to, according to a new study carried out at Leatherhead Food International, commissioned by the Food Standards Agency, UK. More worrying was that the lab tests found that the latex, on occasions, was making its way into the food itself. You can read about this study in the journal Chemistry and Industry. [click link for full article]
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08/07/2006 | Miscellaneous | Trackback | Comments Off

Tired Of Scratching? How To Weather ‘Winter Itch’

Not all winter flakes are made of snow. Cold weather wreaks havoc on our skin, sometimes making it dry and flaky. Skin dries out if it's deprived of water and this dryness often causes itchiness, resulting in a condition commonly referred to as "winter itch." "Most of us experience dry and itchy skin from time to time, but you should seek medical attention if discomfort becomes severe," says Dr. [click link for full article]
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08/07/2006 | Miscellaneous | Trackback | Comments Off

Breathe Easier! Family Guide To Winter Allergies - Ten Tips On Improving Life In The Winter For Both Parents And Children

Spring and summer are not the only seasons that bring misery to those with allergies. "The end of the pollinating season is good news for people -- both adults and children -- with hay fever and similar summer allergies, but those who are sensitive to mold spores may have to wait until the first frost to find relief. Allergy to mold spores can be more of a problem than pollen allergy because mold grows anywhere and is not limited to a single season. [click link for full article]
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08/07/2006 | Miscellaneous | Trackback | Comments Off

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