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Novel Device Promises Safer Oral Food Allergy Challenges
Device measures water loss from the skin, a physiological change known to occur rapidly during an allergic reaction.
First Known Fatality from Tick-Borne Alpha-gal Meat Allergy Confirmed
Case serves as a tragic and urgent reminder of the potentially life-threatening nature of this emerging condition.
Study Reveals How Dogs Can Reduce Food Allergy Risk in Children
Exposure to dogs appeared to restart the normal immune development process.
People with Allergies or Eczema May Face Higher Risk of Surgical...
New research suggests inflammation and immune system changes can make it harder for the body to heal.
$5M Lawsuit Claims Qatar Airways’ Negligence Caused Severe In-Flight Anaphylaxis and...
The crew allegedly failed to make a public announcement for a medical professional or call for ground-based telemedicine support.
COVID-19 Vaccination Linked to Reduced Infections in Children with Eczema
“We found lower rates of both allergic conditions and infections among vaccinated children compared to their unvaccinated peers.”
Anaphylm™ Sublingual Epinephrine Shows Promising Results for Pediatric Anaphylaxis Treatment
Aquestive's phase 1 study of AQST-109, shows promising results as a new, easy-to-use option for treating severe allergic reactions like anaphylaxis.
Peanut Patch Treatment Continues to Help Toddlers Safely Build Tolerance Over...
After three years of treatment, more than 70% could tolerate about three to four peanut kernels.
Advisory: Nationwide Recall of Häagen-Dazs Variety for Undeclared Allergen
Häagen-Dazs Chocolate Dark Chocolate Mini Bars may contain undeclared wheat.
Peanut Sublingual Immunotherapy Shows Long-Term Benefits for Young Children
SLIT significantly increased rates of tolerance and remission.
Study: Cashew Now Dominates Anaphylaxis in Children, Almond Rises in Adults
Across both age groups, the vast majority of patients were unaware of their allergy prior to the anaphylactic event.
Rewiring the Gut: Scientists Decipher the ‘Second Brain’ to Fight Food...
Research is a major step forward, laying the foundation for an entirely new approach to treating chronic conditions like food allergy.
RAPT Therapeutics Launches Phase 2b Trial for Anti-IgE Therapy for Food...
Food allergy trial advances after promising Phase 2 results for chronic spontaneous urticaria.
Airline Leaves Allergic Couple Grounded and Humiliated Despite their Best Efforts
KLM left the couple with a difficult choice: stay on the flight and risk severe anaphylaxis mid-air, or leave the plane.
From Allergy Advocate to Queen: Miss America’s Teen Tess Ferm
Tess uses her position and voice to advocate on behalf of her younger self and her brother, who also manages life-threatening allergies.
Your Gluten Sensitivity Might Be Something Else: New Study Identifies the...
Study concludes that for the majority of people who self-identify as gluten-sensitive, gluten protein itself is rarely the cause of their discomfort.
Fruit Power: How Pectin Prebiotics Could Offer a New Way to...
By nourishing good bacteria, pectin helps restore the gut balance that is essential for a healthy immune response.
The “Top 11” Food Allergens… for Dogs
Only an estimated 2% of dogs have food allergies, according to a report.
A Conversation About Mia, a 9-Year-Old Undergoing Xolair Therapy for Food...
Ilana Dubrovsky discusses the progress of her nine-year-old daughter, who is currently undergoing therapy.
Restaurant Owner and Four Others Face Manslaughter Trial Over Teen’s Death...
The teenager died after inadvertently consuming a dessert that contained traces of peanuts, to which she was allergic.
Recent Events Show Why Setting Thresholds for Precautionary Allergen Labeling Misses...
What the FDA is considering to fix allergen label warnings is not enough.
FDA Clears Moonlight Therapeutics to Begin Clinical Trial for Innovative Peanut...
Designed for at-home self-administration, requiring less than five minutes of wear time.
Parents Turn Son’s Tragedy Into Advocacy, Meet with Legislators to Promote...
Parents are working to ensure that first responders are equipped with epinephrine to handle life-threatening anaphylaxis.
Snack Leads to Teen’s Death, Sparking Mother’s Public Safety Plea
14-year-old Malachy Flores suffered anaphylaxis during a hockey trip. Please heed our advice to prevent similar tragedies.
Airline Leaves Allergic Couple Grounded and Humiliated Despite their Best Efforts
KLM left the couple with a difficult choice: stay on the flight and risk severe anaphylaxis mid-air, or leave the plane.
You Be the Judge: Woman Refuses to Continue Having Parents Treat...
Sound off in the comments section and lend your insight to the discussion.
ACAAI and AAAAI Release New Guidelines for the Treatment of Anaphylaxis
An update of best practices.
FDA Grants Xolair Priority Review for Children and Adults with...
If approved, Xolair would be the first medicine to reduce allergic reactions to multiple foods following an accidental exposure.
Mom Speaks Out About HS Football Teammates Intentionally Exposing Son to...
"They might as well have loaded a gun and put it to his head."
Study Shows Bryn’s Epinephrine Nasal Spray Absorbed as Fast and Lasted...
Spray was afe and generally well-tolerated with no new safety signals observed.
World’s First Gluten-Free Fast Food Chain to Open in January
Menu will include over 30 varieties of smoothies, personal pizzas, and vegan options.
Top Senate Democrats Demand FAA Require Airlines Carry Epinephrine Auto-Injectors
The current requirement "puts airline passengers at risk."
American Academy of Pediatrics Describes Benefits, Risks and Unknowns About GMO-Based...
Encourage more research into the potential health hazards of chemical herbicide residues in GMO-based foods.
Drug Shortage Across US Includes Epinephrine Syringes Used by Healthcare Providers
These shortages bear watching.
What We Learned from the Georgina Mansergh Inquest
Report on a death due to anaphylaxis with strategies to avoid a similar tragedy.
Advisory: Discard Sesame-Free and Gluten-Free Editions of Safe Snack Guide Dated...
Only Sesame-Free and Gluten-Free Editions Dated December 6 are affected.
The Holiday Editions of the Safe Snack Guide are Here and...
With Christmas and Chanukkah-themed goodies!
Brittany Mahomes on Rushing Her Son to the ER with Anaphylaxis...
Both Mahomes children have severe food allergies.
Long Beach Institute Uses AI to Help Children Achieve Freedom from...
Artificial intelligence helps patients build tolerance at their own pace.
Auto-Injectors Going Eco-Friendly?
A UK firm promises a cheaper, sustainable, carbon net-zero auto-injector.
Manischewitz Issues Recall of Limited Units of Chocolate Coins, a Staple...
It is imperative that those concerned with milk allergy heed this recall.
Relieving Anxiety in Children and Parents: The Proximity Food Challenge
Discuss with the allergist to determine whether such a challenge makes sense for your anxious child.
Food Allergy Non-Profits Deserving of Your Support on GivingTuesday
On this GivingTuesday, support the non-profits that support you!
Anaphylaxis Guidelines Regarding What to Do After Administering Epinephrine Expected to...
Paradigm shift based on data and cost-effectiveness analyses.
FDA Fast Tracks Alladapt’s ADP101 for the Treatment of Single and...
Fast Track Designation accelerates ADP101's development path for the treatment of food allergies.
Frito-Lay Recall Exposes Weakness in US Allergen Labeling Regulations
How did this happen and what does it mean for the consumer concerned with food allergies?
Palforzia Shows Positive Results in Peanut-Allergic Children Ages 1-3 in Phase...
73.5% of patients treated with PALFORZIA tolerated a 600 mg single dose of peanut protein at 12 months.
Positive Results Reported for Bryn Pharma’s Epinephrine Nasal Spray in Adults...
If approved, NDS1C may offer patients at risk of anaphylaxis a practical alternative to needle-based administration routes.
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