Skin patch shows promise for peanut allergy in toddlers The trialled patch was shown to be 67% effective in desensitisation to peanuts, but an expert says it won’t be the ‘Holy Grail’.
RACGP issues thunderstorm asthma warning The college is urging the community to know the risks, signs, and appropriate steps to take as pollen levels rise.
First ever Australian anaphylaxis standard released The new standard emphasises the need for prompt treatment and continuity of patient care between healthcare settings.
‘Our GP was really good’ One family’s account of dealing with anaphylaxis highlights the life-changing impact GPs can have by helping patients manage the condition.
Hay fever or COVID? GPs on alert as spring brings allergies Hay fever season is only weeks away, posing challenges for GPs when seeing patients with respiratory symptoms.
Food label regulation in spotlight again Researchers say incorrect labelling is causing too many allergic reactions and have called for tighter regulation.
Imported food found to contain unlabelled allergens A new study that tested packaged food items bought from Asian grocery stores found 46% contained potentially deadly undeclared ingredients.
GPs ‘critical’ to world-first allergy campaign Health professionals are now being advised to introduce babies to common allergy-causing foods before the age of one.
Examining the latest research on preventing food allergies in children Australia has one of the highest rates of food allergies for both children and adults in the world. Dietitian Melanie McGrice looks at the latest research in the prevention of allergies in children.