Tag: anaphylaxis
Mother’s Campaign After Daughter’s Death from Allergen Exposure Saves Acquaintance
Woman saved by epinephrine from the same pharmacy that denied Emma the life-saving medication.
Study: Guidelines for Managing Anaphylaxis in Children Need an Update
Study shows that pre-hospital treatment with epinephrine has the highest protective effect against uncontrolled allergic reaction.
What We Learned from the Karanbir Cheema Inquest
Myriad failings came together leading to Karan's death. Here are a few glaring issues that must be addressed arising from testimony at the inquest.
Study: Peanut OIT Increases Allergic Reactions, Compared with Avoidance or Placebo
Despite effectively inducing desensitisation in the clinic, OIT for peanut allergies appears to considerably increase allergic and anaphylactic reactions, compared with avoidance or placebo.
An NBA Star and the Allergic Reaction That Almost Killed Him
19 year-old rookie Zhaire Smith closes the NBA regular season having broken into the starting rotation, but it could have turned out differently.
Take-Out Restaurant Fined Almost $20,000 for Breaching Food Allergy Regulations
A customer's partner required treatment for anaphylaxis at a local emergency department.
Teacher Uses Her Auto-Injector Training to Save School Nurse from Anaphylaxis
The teacher had the benefit of Kingsport City Schools' yearly medical training. She told WJHL that without it, she may not have known how to help.
Snap Medical Announces EMS-Designed Epinephrine Delivery Kit
Kit can be assembled and ready for administration in 25 seconds.
Must See: ‘ViewFinder: Food for Thought – Food Allergies’
This documentary should be required viewing for everyone as the food allergy epidemic has affected so many in the community.
Judge Dismisses Suit by Prisoner Repeatedly Served Peanut Butter and Fish...
His lawyer said Vartinelli has suffered permanent health effects including breathing problems, chest pain, and heart and nerve damage.
