A seaside holiday can alleviate allergy symptoms, but not always. The bracing climate does not keep all allergens at bay. Even jumping into cool waters can have an adverse effect.
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Infants with severe rashes (eczema) that are also colonised by a certain type of bacteria develop fewer food allergies than children without this bacteria.
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A portable gluten sensor for home use has been available in Germany for around one year. Food chemist Katharina Scherf has received €20,000 in research funding from the German Coeliac
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Newborns who develop allergic reactions when transitioning to solid food are usually breastfed longer than babies without symptoms. This was the finding from a study led by American allergist and
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Whenever bees and wasps buzz around nearby, panic often breaks out – in most cases without reason. But people who are allergic to insect venom should be prepared for the
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High winds can blow grass pollen around during thunderstorms in summer. As a result, an increasing number of people end up seeking emergency medical treatment for breathing difficulties.
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