Health Awareness
Allergies
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August Maturo says food allergies don’t stop him from having a wonderful life
It’s no big secret that living with food allergies is never any fun, especially for a kid. August Maturo, the young actor who played Auggie on Girl Meets World and recently starred in the film “Shepherd: The Hero Dog,” learned just how dangerous an allergic reaction can be the hard way – when he went...
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How indoor allergens are impacting quality of life
Up to 40% of the UK population is affected by respiratory allergies, including allergic rhinitis and asthma[1]. These allergic conditions are linked: around 80% of asthmatics also have allergic rhinitis, and those with allergic rhinitis are three times more likely to develop asthma1. Indoor allergy – the allergens in our homes Common allergens that trigger...
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Who is at risk of anaphylaxis?
If a patient has suffered a significant allergic reaction in the past – whatever the cause – then any future reaction is also likely to be severe.
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Why Giorgio Locatelli completely changed his attitude towards food allergies
Food allergies almost killed chef Giorgio Locatelli's daughter. Now he urges early detection, welcomes new regulations and hails the rise of the allergy-conscious chef.
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Kirsty Henshaw outlines how to provide a safe and varied diet for children with allergies
Kirsty learnt about asthma and allergies through her son Jacob. His intolerance inspired her to develop her own range of dairy and gluten-free ready meals.
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The hidden dangers in our food
Food allergens are life threatening to those who have a severe allergy to them. Ian Negus explains why it's better to err on the site of caution.
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The link between asthma and allergies
The “allergy epidemic” of the last 60 years now affects 1 billion people worldwide and is predicted to quadruple by 2050, affecting half of the European population by 2025.
