Researchers discover critical new allergy pathway
(Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health) Researchers at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health have identified the sequence of molecular events by which tiny, tick-like creatures called house dust mites trigger asthma and allergic rhinitis. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - June 25, 2020 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Could a cat allergy save you from a severe case of Covid-19?
People who are cursing their hay fever right now may want to think again. A growing body of evidence suggests that everyday allergies could actually offer some protection against Covid-19. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - June 22, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
What Causes Bradycardia?
Discussion
Bradycardia is a heart rate below what the lowest value that is normal for age. Infants and children have higher heart rates that slowly decrease with age to adult levels. It is usually noted as an incidental finding because of increased vagal tone. Reasons for cardiology referral include associated heart murmur, syncope especially if associated with exercise or unusual triggers, other signs such as chest pain or palpitations, family history of sudden cardiac death, congenital heart disease or familial heart disease, bradycardic medication use, or unusual symptoms associated with the concern. Severe bradycardia ...
Source: PediatricEducation.org - June 22, 2020 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Pediatric Education Tags: Uncategorized Source Type: news
Probiotics Reduce Allergic Rhinitis in Children and Adults Probiotics Reduce Allergic Rhinitis in Children and Adults
Probiotics appear to benefit people with allergic rhinitis, two studies show. More clinical trials are needed to look at these products, which are often not considered ' real drugs, ' an expert says.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines)
Source: Medscape Allergy Headlines - June 18, 2020 Category: Allergy & Immunology Tags: Allergy & Clinical Immunology News Source Type: news
Subcutaneous Daratumumab Combination Resulted in Deep and Rapid Hematologic Responses and Improved Clinical Outcomes in the Treatment of Patients with Newly Diagnosed Light Chain (AL) Amyloidosis
RARITAN, NJ, June 13, 2020 – The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson announced today results from the first randomized Phase 3 study investigating subcutaneous daratumumab[i] in the treatment of patients with newly diagnosed light chain (AL) amyloidosis, a rare and potentially fatal disease.[1],[2] The data demonstrated subcutaneous daratumumab in combination with cyclophosphamide, bortezomib, and dexamethasone (D-CyBorD) resulted in a higher hematologic complete response rate (CR), (53 percent vs. 18 percent [P<0.0001]), compared to CyBorD. Additionally, treatment with D-CyBorD delayed the time ...
Source: Johnson and Johnson - June 15, 2020 Category: Pharmaceuticals Tags: Innovation Source Type: news
Pollen count today: Top tips on managing your hay fever symptoms when the count is HIGH
Pollen count has been forecasted by the Met Office today for the UK. With wet and humid weather forecast, how can you manage your hay fever symptoms when the count is high? (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - June 10, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Pollen count today: What is it? How wet and windy weather affects your hay fever symptoms
POLLEN COUNT has been forecasted today for the UK by the Met Office. How will the upcoming wet and windy weather affect your hay fever symptoms if the pollen count is high? (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - June 9, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
DR ELLIE CANNON: Floored by hay fever? Try meditating and rinsing out your nose with SALTY water
DR ELLIE CANNON: We appear to be in the midst of an epidemic. No, not Covid-19 (which, for the time being at least, seems to continue to decline). I'm talking about hay fever. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - June 6, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Pollen count: Wearing this on your face may reduce hay fever symptoms if the count is high
POLLEN COUNT has been forecasted by the Met Office for the UK today. What is the pollen count and how can you help alleviate your hay fever symptoms when the count is high? (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - June 3, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Coronavirus symptoms: Signs in the nose of a COVID-19 infection you need to watch out for
CORONAVIRUS symptoms are known to affect many areas of the body. When it comes to the nose, there has been numerous reports of different symptoms affecting this body part and with hay fever in full spring which is also known to affect the nose, what are the main signs in the nose caused by COVID-19? (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - June 2, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Coronavirus symptoms update: Simple way to tell if you've got COVID-19 or just hay fever
CORONAVIRUS symptom update: With hay fever season in full swing and the novel coronavirus still creating fear amongst many, how can you tell the difference between your hay fever symptoms and the deadly virus? (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - June 1, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Coronavirus symptoms: Are itchy eyes a sign of hay fever or COVID-19? Dr Hilary's advice
CORONAVIRUS symptoms have been shown to manifest themselves in a number of ways, from a persistent cough to aches and pains and diarrhoea. With hay fever season also in full swing, are itchy eyes a sign of a pollen allergy or COVID-19? Dr Hilary Jones has issued his advice. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - June 1, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Pollen count: What is it today? How to allergy proof your home to help hay fever symptoms
POLLEN COUNT has been forecasted for the UK today. What is the pollen count and how can you allergy proof your home to help hay fever symptoms? (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - June 1, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Hay fever and eczema: Are the two conditions connected? Study results revealed
HAY FEVER may have people shielding away in their homes, with their doors and windows shut and having to make do with a breeze from the fan. But, once their sore and itchy eyes feel some relief, another problem may crop up. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - May 30, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Pollen count: Doing this with your nose twice a day can keep hay fever symptoms at bay
MET OFFICE has forecast the pollen count for the UK today. What is the count for today and how can you best keep your hay fever and allergy symptoms at bay? (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - May 29, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
