Allergies
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Children with Asthma May Have Peanut Allergies
By Agata Blaszczak-Boxe published
Some children who have asthma may also have peanut allergies but not know it, according to a new study.
Allergy 'Double Whammy' Hits Some US Cities
By Rachael Rettner published
About a third of Americans live in areas where allergies could be made worse by a combination of unhealthy ozone levels and ragweed pollen, according to a new report.
Drug Allergies: Causes, Symptoms and Diagnosis
By Tia Ghose published
Drug allergies are caused when the immune system responds to some chemical portion of a medicine, and symptoms can range from mild to deadly.
Probiotics May Help Relieve Seasonal Allergies
By Cari Nierenberg published
People with seasonal allergies may benefit from eating probiotics, scientists said after looking at 23 studies.
Boy Gets Food Allergies from Blood Transfusion
By Laura Geggel published
A boy in Canada mysteriously became allergic to fish and nuts after he received a blood transfusion, according to a new case report.
For Some Kids, Easter Egg Hunts Pose Allergy Risk
By Rachael Rettner published
Kids might get allergic reactions after Easter egg hunts. Here's why.
High-Fiber Diet May Help Prevent Allergies
By Tia Ghose published
Eating fiber may promote the growth of gut bacteria that help prevent allergies, new research suggests.
Peanut Allergy Prevention? Peanut Butter Snacks Could Help
By Rachael Rettner published
If children are at risk for a peanut allergy, having them eat peanut butter frequently from an early age may help protect them from developing the allergy, a new study suggests.
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