Allergies

An allergy is a hypersensitivity disorder of the immune system. Allergic reactions occur when a person's immune system reacts to normally harmless substances in the environment. Mild allergies like hay fever are very common in the human population and cause symptoms such as red eyes, itchiness, and runny nose, eczema, hives, hay fever, or an asthma attack.

Allergies Stories

Skin Patch That Treats Peanut Allergy Has Shown Benefits In Children

A patch delivering small of amounts of peanut protein through the skin may help children and young adults deal with their peanut allergies, an ongoing study shows.
Why American Farmers Wasted Millions Of Gallons Of Milk This Year

The United States is producing way more milk than it needs. Here's how to include it more often in your diet.
If You Think You Have Your Kid's Food Allergies, You're Probably Wrong

You may have a lot in common with your kids, but not necessarily their food allergies, suggests new research.
M&Ms Search For A New Blue

Food companies are on the prowl for a natural alternative to blue food coloring, but have so far come up short.
'Rush Desensitization' Can Help Prevent Allergy Symptoms

The most common remedy for allergies — the “hair-of-the-dog-that-bit-you” approach or “rush desensitization” — may have scientific backing, new research has shown.
Keep Your Kids From Developing Food Allergies

Yet more research finds that feeding your children eggs and peanuts early in life can reduce their risk of developing food allergies.
Our Gut Bacteria May Influence Allergy Risk

A new study finds that the bacteria we have in our guts may influence the risk of developing allergies later on in life.
Early Antibiotic Use May Increase Risk Of Future Allergies

A new review finds that antibiotics taken in the first two years of life may cause allergy problems down the road, such as eczema.
EpiPen And 5 Other Medications You Shouldn’t Buy On eBay

What are the risks associated with buying medications on eBay?
EpiPen Maker Lowers Cost Of Life-Saving Medication After Clinton Criticism

Cost of EpiPens are set to drop after pharmaceutical company is criticized by Hillary Clinton.
What Is EpiPen And What Does It Do?

EpiPens have become a necessity for families with children suffering from severe allergies to counter life-threatening effects.
Did Researchers Just Find A Treatment For Peanut Allergies?

Immunotherapy is showing promise in treating peanut allergies.

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