Tag: anaphylaxis
Study: Two Thirds of Children in Need of Epinephrine Arent Receiving It
Despite overwhelming evidence that it leads to better outcomes, children are going without even when treated in the ER.
Food Allergy Bullying Leads to Death of 13 Year Old Boy, Arrest of Another
An avoidable, senseless death of a young boy who went off to school one morning and never came home.
New Diagnostic Tool Determines Severity of Peanut Allergies Without Exposure to Allergen
Exciting news that may fundamentally change the way allergists test for the presence and severity of food allergies.
What We Learned from the Georgia Murphy Inquest
Georgia's family received few answers. We look for the lessons we can learn to prevent similar tragedies from befalling the community.
Study: Shingles and MMR Vaccines May Trigger Anaphylaxis in the Meat-Allergic
Now with meat-allergy on the rise caused by the lone star tick, there is a concern that some vaccines may present a danger of delayed anaphylaxis.
Welcome Symjepi™: Adamis’ Prefilled Epinephrine Syringe Receives FDA Approval
The additional competition should help lower costs across the emergency epinephrine market.
Expansive School Food Allergy Policies Passed by State House
Legislation and task force recommendations serve as a model for other states and municipalities to follow suit.
County EMS Saves $334,000 Annually by Switching to Epinephrine via Syringe
Ever wonder how much the auto-injector contributes to the cost of emergency epinephrine?
Study: Females and Asians Have Highest Prevalence of Food Allergies and Intolerances
Team scrutinized the medical records of 2.7 million patients over a 13 year period.
Resource from the USDA: The Food Allergy Book
A great resource for school and camp administrators, youth sports league coaches, and everyone else who cares for your child.
