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Latex allergy: What it is, causes, symptoms and treatments

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Having a latex allergy is no fun, but it can be a real challenge for health professionals who have to work with a wide variety of medical equipment that can contain the allergen.

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Sesame Allergies Cause FDA to List Sesame as the 9th Major Allergen

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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has added sesame to its list of major allergens, making it easier for people with sesame allergies to safely consume packaged food without fear of an allergic reaction. Related: Top 3 Allergy Friendly Food Brands. Related: Top 3 Allergy Friendly Food Brands.

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Join Researchers in the Fight Against Peanut Allergies!

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More Study Details About the Study A peanut allergy can be severe and life-threatening if not treated promptly. Peanut allergies are one of the most common food allergies in children in the USA, with more than 2% of children being affected. Participants will receive a new potential treatment for their peanut allergy at no cost.

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Common meat-free proteins may trigger soybean and peanut allergies in some people

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But allergies to legumes like soy or peanuts are both common and dangerous. Are patients allergic to particular legumes at risk from meat-free proteins made of legumes even if they contain different legumes? Dr. Mark Smits and a team of scientists at University Medical Center Utrecht set out to investigate.

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EU bans cough syrup chemical over severe allergies

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Cough medicines containing the chemical pholcodine should be banned due to the risk of potentially deadly allergic reactions in people under general anaesthetic, the European Union's drug regulator said Friday.

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Maternal Antibodies: How Allergies Can be Passed from Mothers to Children

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It has long been known that mothers greatly influence the development of the growing fetus by not only providing nutrients through the placenta, but also a growing list of biological elements including beneficial antibodies, gut bacteria and now, allergies. Related: Red Meat Allergy Test Gets FDA Clearance.

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Could Building Gut Immunity Prevent Allergy Development Among Babies?

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What if a baby is more prone to getting allergies because of poor gut immunity? Allergic diseases like atopic dermatitis (allergic eczema), food allergy, asthma and allergic rhinitis (hay fever) can significantly affect your child’s life. If there were a way to prevent your child from getting allergies, would you take it?