Modifying Gut Microbiota May Enhance DMARD Efficacy in RA Modifying Gut Microbiota May Enhance DMARD Efficacy in RA
Investigators have found evidence suggesting that bad bugs in the belly may contribute to inflammation in the joints, and that modulating gut microbes could improve rheumatoid arthritis treatment.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - April 17, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Rheumatology News Source Type: news

4 Years In, a Sobering Look at Long COVID Progress 4 Years In, a Sobering Look at Long COVID Progress
Where long COVID treatment and research is right now — and where it ' s going.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - April 16, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Infectious Diseases News Source Type: news

Family Allergy and Asthma to close two area locations
The closures come on the heels of an aggressive expansion by the company, which made at least three acquisitions in 2022 alone. (Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Pharmaceuticals headlines)
Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Pharmaceuticals headlines - April 16, 2024 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: Joel Stinnett Source Type: news

Recommendations Guide Oral Immunotherapy for Food Allergies Recommendations Guide Oral Immunotherapy for Food Allergies
A consensus document emphasizes the control of comorbidities, contraindications to oral immunotherapy, and the importance of informed consent.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - April 16, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Allergy & Clinical Immunology News Source Type: news

Advance in immune cell screening uncovers receptors that target prostate cancer
This study validated the ability for nanovials to find T cells, and their receptors, that react to viruses.A second experiment with a different patient applied the technology to a much more challenging problem: rare prostate cancer targets the scientists had identified in previous studies. Importantly, those molecular targets acted to both capture the T cells and cause them to secrete certain molecules that kill target cells. In other experiments, the nanovials also had molecules allowing each to capture more than one type of immune-activating secretion.CNSI at UCLAA closer look at UCLA-developed nanovials, which are hydro...
Source: UCLA Newsroom: Health Sciences - April 15, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news

What Are Platanus Cough and Thunderstorm Asthma? What Are Platanus Cough and Thunderstorm Asthma?
Clinicians should learn to recognize and manage two conditions that climate change is making more common.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - April 15, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Allergy & Clinical Immunology News Source Type: news

COVID Vaccinations Less Prevalent in Marginalized Patients COVID Vaccinations Less Prevalent in Marginalized Patients
Primary care doctors who serve marginalized communities had the highest rate of patients unvaccinated against COVID-19 in a recent study.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - April 15, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Infectious Diseases News Source Type: news

Main poisonous and allergenic plant species in Sicilian gardens and parks: applications and recommendations for use - Domina G, Di Gristina E, Barone G.
This study identified the most common poisonous and allergenic plants occurring in Sicilian gardens and parks. Based on a survey conducted at 100 sites, a list was drawn up that reports the main biological and toxicological characteristics and ornamental u... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - April 15, 2024 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Adolescents Source Type: news

Planning Safe Summer Camp Fun for Kids With Allergies & Asthma
SATURDAY, April 13, 2023 -- Preparing a kid for summer camp is already a daunting task, and it ’s even more complicated if your child has allergies or asthma, experts say.“Kids with allergies and asthma need an extra layer of protection when... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - April 13, 2024 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news

Extension Data Reported for Chronic Hand Eczema Treatment Extension Data Reported for Chronic Hand Eczema Treatment
Over 1 year after phase 3 studies suggested that delgocitinib cream was safe and effective for chronic hand eczema, extension data indicate that control persists without new safety issues.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - April 12, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Dermatology News Source Type: news

Topical Vs Oral Minoxidil for AGA: Which Is More Effective? Topical Vs Oral Minoxidil for AGA: Which Is More Effective?
Efficacy and safety of the two formulations were directly compared in a randomized, controlled, double-blind study of men with AGA conducted in Brazil.MDedge News (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - April 12, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Dermatology News Source Type: news

Vaccine'Will Not Curb' Dengue Epidemic, Says PAHO Vaccine'Will Not Curb' Dengue Epidemic, Says PAHO
The vaccine should be used alongside measures such as vector control, prevention, and education, according to the organization.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - April 12, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Infectious Diseases News Source Type: news

FDA Expands Benralizumab Use for Asthma to Kids Over Age 6 FDA Expands Benralizumab Use for Asthma to Kids Over Age 6
The maintenance treatment for severe asthma with an eosinophilic phenotype originally was approved for patients aged 12 years and older.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - April 11, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Pediatrics News Alert Source Type: news

FDA Expands Approval of Severe Asthma Drug
(MedPage Today) -- The FDA expanded the approval of benralizumab (Fasenra) to include treatment of younger kids with uncontrolled severe asthma with an eosinophilic phenotype, AstraZeneca announced on Thursday. Previously approved for individuals... (Source: MedPage Today Allergy)
Source: MedPage Today Allergy - April 11, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: news

Feeling down? Top psychologist says you could be suffering 'springtime depression' - the less common form of Seasonal Affective Disorder that affects 1million Americans
Dr Supria Gill, a behavioral psychologist at Kaiser Permanante in California, told KCRA 3 that springtime depression could be due to a surge in allergies from 'pollen bombs' across the country. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - April 11, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news