Allergies
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Live Bee Sting 'Acupuncture' Triggers Lethal Allergic Reaction
By Mindy Weisberger published
An "acupuncture" session using live bees had a lethal ending.
What's Behind Toddler's Extremely Rare Water Allergy?
By Rachael Rettner published
For one toddler in Minnesota, contact with plain old H2O can be dangerous.
Odd Red Meat Allergy May Be Behind Some Mysterious Allergic Reactions
By Rachael Rettner published
Some people who experience seemingly mysterious allergic reactions may have a rare type of allergy to red meat, a new study finds.
Half of Kids Don't Get Epinephrine Until They Get to the ER
By Sara G. Miller published
When a person has a severe allergic reaction, an injection of epinephrine is absolutely essential, and the sooner, the better.
Many Parents Stumble Over Giving Kids Allergy Medicine
By Rachael Rettner published
When it comes to giving allergy medicine to kids, many parents are doing things that could potentially cause problems, a new poll finds.
Can People Allergic to Nuts Still Eat Some Types?
By Cari Nierenberg published
Some nuts may be OK for those with allergies, a new study says.
How to Cope with Allergies & Asthma in 2017
By Rachael Rettner published
For some people, the arrival of spring brings symptoms of seasonal allergies — sneezing, wheezing, watery eyes and a running nose — which can make this a miserable time of year.
When Should Kids Start Eating Peanuts? New Guidelines Explain
By Rachael Rettner published
Parents who are wondering when exactly they should start feeding peanut-containing foods to their infants can now turn to new guidelines.
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