6. July 2020 in ECARF News
Extreme cleaning can trigger asthma in children
Chemicals in cleaning products irritate the airways. A recent Canadian study demonstrates the effects of this on young children
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25. June 2020 in conference reports
Do skin creams applied from birth protect against atopic dermatitis?
Should one attempt to protect a child from birth onward with creams for the treatment of atopic dermatitis? It depends, said the experts at Europe’s biggest allergy congress, the EAACI 2020.
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2. March 2020 in Interesting facts
Vitamin D in pregnancy does not affect childhood asthma risk
In 2016, an American study inspired hope that children would be protected against asthma if their mothers took vitamin D while pregnant. The recently published long-term results do not support this theory.
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9. December 2019 in Everyday tips
Local anaesthesia for paediatric dental treatment
Children are often given a local anaesthetic when undergoing dental drilling procedures. Allergic reactions to the anaesthesia drugs are rare.
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23. October 2019 in conference reports
Sleep attacks in children with food allergies
Children with food allergies may experience sleep attacks. This is frequently observed during reactions to tree nuts.
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30. July 2019 in Interesting facts
Eczema increases food allergies in children with eczema
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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6. November 2017 in Everyday tips
What are Some Small Gift Ideas for Children with Food Allergies?
The Advent and Christmas season is a time for treats. Gingerbread, burnt sugar almonds and chocolate Santas brighten up the dark winter days for young and old alike. It is also the season for giving.
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