S2 Episode 4: RSV Prevention and Transmission in Healthcare Facilities S2 Episode 4: RSV Prevention and Transmission in Healthcare Facilities
Join Drs Forest Arnold and Hannah Nam as they discuss preventing RSV outbreaks within healthcare facilities, and strategies to minimize RSV transmission among healthcare workers and patients.Medscape (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - April 3, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Infectious Diseases InDiscussion Source Type: news

Lung Function Improvements Tied to Better Asthma Control in Children
(MedPage Today) -- In the VOYAGE trial, dupilumab (Dupixent) significantly reduced asthma exacerbations and improved lung function and asthma control in children (ages 6 to 11 years) with uncontrolled, moderate-to-severe asthma, with an acceptable... (Source: MedPage Today Allergy)
Source: MedPage Today Allergy - April 3, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: news

The Indicator Quiz: Labor Edition : The Indicator from Planet Money
The sun is shining, birds are singing, and...our allergies are going NUTS. That can only mean one thing: It's time for The Indicator Quiz! The show where we bring a lucky listener on to test their econ knowledge. Today's quiz focuses on questions related to labor. Play along with us and see how…#nuts #indicatorquiz #indicatornprorg #planetmoney #applepodcasts (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - April 3, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

A woman with a severe allergy died after eating 2 spoons of'vegan' tiramisu
None A woman with a severe dairy allergy died in Italy after consuming a tiramisu marketed as vegan. • None The bosses of GLG srl, the company behind the product, are now facing manslaughter charges. • None Prosecutors allege the tiramisu wasn't vegan, and contained the Italian cream cheese…#glgsrl #noneprosecutors #italian #ilgiorno #giovannaanoia #giuseppeloiero #glgsrlcompany #milan #annabellisario #bellisario (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - April 2, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Twice-Daily PPI Leads to Higher EoE Remission Rates Twice-Daily PPI Leads to Higher EoE Remission Rates
The most optimal proton pump inhibitor regimen for histologic response in EoE may be a twice-daily moderate dose, with no additional benefits of a higher dose.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - April 2, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Gastroenterology Source Type: news

Tuberculosis Screening Gaps Persist in New DMARD Users Tuberculosis Screening Gaps Persist in New DMARD Users
Substantial patient safety gaps regarding latent tuberculosis screening persist among new users of biologic or targeted synthetic DMARDs, suggested a nationwide cohort study.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - April 2, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Rheumatology Source Type: news

Multiple Sclerosis and Epstein-Barr Virus: What Do We Know? Multiple Sclerosis and Epstein-Barr Virus: What Do We Know?
Research suggested that EBV is the primary cause of MS. What are the clinical implications, and could this transform treatment and prevention of this neurodegenerative condition?Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - April 2, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Neurology & Neurosurgery Source Type: news

A Banned Chemical That Is Still Causing Cancer A Banned Chemical That Is Still Causing Cancer
This is one time when being at the top of the food chain is not advantageous.Medscape (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - April 1, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Internal Medicine Commentary Source Type: news

First-of-Its-Kind RA Research Summit Offers Diverse Program First-of-Its-Kind RA Research Summit Offers Diverse Program
The Arthritis Foundation has partnered with the Hospital for Special Surgery to host a 2-day meeting on RA, assembling researchers who pursue a diverse array of strategies to potentially improve care.Hospital for Special Surgery (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - April 1, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Rheumatology Source Type: news

Full-Dose Beta-Lactam Allergy Challenges in ED Full-Dose Beta-Lactam Allergy Challenges in ED
Full-dose challenges were safely conducted for ED patients with moderate, severe, or unknown beta-lactam allergies, thereby avoiding unnecessary penicillin skin testing and reducing suboptimal antibiotic use.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - April 1, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Emergency Medicine Source Type: news

Dangerous Allergies? An Expert Gives Tips to Protect Yourself
MONDAY, April 1, 2024 -- Allergic reactions can range from mild sneezing to life-threatening episodes where the throat closes and the airways tighten.That ’s why people need to prepare themselves for any potential allergies they might have, said... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - April 1, 2024 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news

Do trendy turmeric supplements really treat pain, boost mood, and improve allergies? Experts say they work best for 2 conditions
Americans spend around $50 billion a year on supplements. One of the most popular is turmeric, a bright orange root that has its roots in both traditional Eastern medicine and cuisine. Proponents are willing to pay $20 or more for a bottle, hoping to relieve arthritis pain and inflammation, lower…#keithsingletary #curcumin #singletary #janetlfunk #departmentofmedicine #nationalheart #bloodinstitute #bioperine #piperine (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - March 30, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Children ’s Hospital LA launches telehealth urgent care
New care option allows remote treatment for non-emergency illness, including minor eye problems, respiratory infections, fever, allergies and other minor injuries.     (Source: mobihealthnews)
Source: mobihealthnews - March 29, 2024 Category: Information Technology Source Type: news

Yes, seasonal allergies are arriving earlier
Allergy causing pollen has been arriving earlier in many parts of Canada in recent years. Researchers say climate change is having an effect on allergy seasons, making them weeks longer and contributing to higher concentrations of pollen in the air. (Source: CBC | Health)
Source: CBC | Health - March 28, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

'Major Advance' in Food Allergy Management: Experts Weigh in on OUtMATCH Data
(MedPage Today) -- At the recent American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) annual meeting, researchers presented the phase III OUtMATCH study, which showed that omalizumab (Xolair) injections increased reaction thresholds for... (Source: MedPage Today Allergy)
Source: MedPage Today Allergy - March 27, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: news