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Children's views on microneedle use as an alternative to blood sampling for patient monitoring
ConclusionsThe findings presented here support the development of blood‐free, minimally invasive techniques and provide an initial indication of microneedle acceptability in children, particularly for monitoring purposes. A proactive response to these unique insights should enable microneedle array design to better meet the needs of this end‐user group. Further work in this area is recommended to ascertain the perspectives of a purposive sample of children with chronic conditions who require regular monitoring.
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - December 6, 2013 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Karen Mooney, James C. McElnay, Ryan F. Donnelly Tags: RESEARCH PAPER Source Type: research
Immunisation against HPV in girls with intellectual disabilities
Since September 2008 in the UK, immunisation against human papillomavirus (HPV) has been routinely offered to all girls aged 12–13 years as part of the childhood immunisation programme. It has been shown in previous research, that children attending schools for children and young people with intellectual disability are less likely to receive routine vaccines compared with non-disabled peers.1 Unpublished data from an audit carried out in the Portsmouth district suggests similar issues for HPV vaccination. This paper looks at what we know about HPV infection and the risks to individuals with intellectual disabili...
Source: Archives of Disease in Childhood - November 13, 2014 Category: Pediatrics Authors: MacLeod, R., Tuffrey, C. Tags: Oncology, Epidemiologic studies, Immunology (including allergy), Drugs: infectious diseases, Vaccination / immunisation, Cervical cancer, Cervical screening, Adolescent health, Child and adolescent psychiatry (paedatrics), Child health, Disability, Screen Source Type: research
Effects of air pollution on asthma and respiratory symptoms in schoolchildren
Asthma exacerbation is an episode of acute worsening of asthmatic symptoms and exacerbation may depend on environmental factors. The present study is part of a large study of the prevalence and severity of asthma, rhinitis and eczema in schoolchildren in the United Arab of Emirates (UAE). The aims and objectives of the present study were to compare asthma and respiratory symptoms in two groups of 987 schoolchildren, aged (5-14 years old). One group exposed to high level of air pollution living in the city of Fujairah, 200 km north of Dubai city (exposed group, n=537). The schools in Fujairah city were close to the mountain...
Source: European Respiratory Journal - December 23, 2014 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Lafta, A., Shamssain, M. Tags: 7.2 Paediatric Asthma and Allergy Source Type: research
Rising trends in the prevalence of wheezing, rhinitis and eczema in 5- to 8- year old Maltese children over a decade (ISAAC - Malta)
The prevalence of asthma, rhinitis and eczema has been increasing worldwide, as a result of which, these allergic conditions became some of the most common conditions of childhood. The International Study of Asthma and Allergies in Childhood (ISAAC) was the largest standardised worldwide epidemiological research programme ever undertaken on allergies in children.The aim of our study was to investigate the current prevalence and severity of childhood allergic conditions in Malta, and analyze time trends by comparing the results with data obtained from phase 3 of the ISAAC study in 2001, in which Malta participated. The same...
Source: European Respiratory Journal - December 23, 2014 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Gerada, E., Agius Muscat, H., Montefort, S. Tags: 7.2 Paediatric Asthma and Allergy Source Type: research
An increase in the severity of wheezing and rhinitis but not eczema in 5- to 8- year old Maltese children over a decade (ISAAC - Malta)
The International Study of Asthma and Allergies in Childhood (ISAAC) is the largest standardised worldwide epidemiological research programme ever undertaken on allergies in children. The severity of a condition is a good measure of disease burden.The aim of our study was to investigate the current prevalence and severity of childhood allergic conditions in Malta, and analyze time trends by comparing the results with data obtained from phase 3 of the ISAAC study in 2001, in which Malta participated. The same validated standardized ISAAC questionnaire and protocol was used. Data was obtained from 3071 5- to 8-year-olds in 6...
Source: European Respiratory Journal - December 23, 2014 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Gerada, E., Agius Muscat, H., Montefort, S. Tags: 7.2 Paediatric Asthma and Allergy Source Type: research
Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction in schoolchildren
Conclusion: We showed a high prevalence of exercise-induced cough and/or 10% fall in FEV1 during activity lesson in a natural environment in a large urban population of schoolchildren. Our results call for another studies addressing the impact of environment on exercise-induced symptoms.
Source: European Respiratory Journal - December 23, 2014 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Jerzynska, J., Cichalewski, L., Stelmach, W., Smejda, K., Stelmach, I. Tags: 7.2 Paediatric Asthma and Allergy Source Type: research
Gender difference in the relationship between serum periostin and the indices of flow volume curve, and serum IgE
We reported that it was correlated the severity of childhood asthma and the indices of flow-volume curve(F-Vc). In allergic diseases, there are gender differences in the prevalence and clinical symptoms, etc.Aim; The aim of this study is to clarify the gender difference among periostin and indices of F-Vc, and serum IgE.Subjects and methods; In 2013, children, aged 6-12yo, from 6 elementary schools were diagnosed to be able to be recruited for this study because they satisfied the criteria of ISAAC questionnaire. Gender differences were studied in the relationship between periostin and indices of F-Vc, serum IgE, mite spec...
Source: European Respiratory Journal - December 23, 2014 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Odajima, H., Izuhara, K., Ono, J. Tags: 7.2 Paediatric Asthma and Allergy Source Type: research
Comparison of asthma prevalence among African American teenage youth attending public high schools in rural Georgia and urban Detroit
The high prevalence of asthma among urban African American (AA) populations has attracted research attention, whereas the prevalence among rural AA populations is poorly documented.
Source: Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology - March 30, 2015 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Dennis R. Ownby, Martha S. Tingen, Suzanne Havstad, Jennifer L. Waller, Christine C. Johnson, Christine C.L.M. Joseph Source Type: research
Allergen of the Month—
The genus Mucor consists of approximately 50 species having widespread distribution and of considerable economic importance. M. plumbeus is found world-wide in the soil, hay, stored seeds, dung, and frequently in house dust. It can be found in old, dirty carpets, and in ventilation ducts.1 It may degrade left-overs, soft fruits, marmalade, or juices.1 Mucor was found frequently in the indoor air of homes and schools during winter in northern Norway.2 Mucor is frequently identified on air samples in the vicinity of Istanbul, but less commonly in The Netherlands.
Source: Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology - August 1, 2015 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Richard W. Weber Tags: Allergen of the Month Source Type: research
Assessment of baseline adrenal function by measurement of long term cortisol levels in scalp hair of asthmatic children using inhaled corticosteroids compared to healthy controls
This study suggests that the HPA-axis dysfunction, found in adrenal stimulation tests in children with asthma on ICS may not lead to clinical relevant HPA-axis changes in day-to-day life.
Source: European Respiratory Journal - October 30, 2015 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Smit, M., Van Leer, E., Noppe, G., De Rijke, Y., Hoekx, J., Van den Akker, E. Tags: 7.2 Paediatric Asthma and Allergy Source Type: research
An increase in the severity of rhinitis and a reduction in severity of wheezing and eczema in 12- to 15- year old Maltese children over two decades (ISAAC-Malta)
The International Study of Asthma and Allergies in Childhood (ISAAC) is the largest standardised worldwide epidemiological research programme ever undertaken on allergies in children. The severity of a condition is a good measure of disease burden.The aim of our study was to investigate the current prevalence and severity of childhood allergic conditions in Malta, and analyze time trends by comparing the results with data obtained from previous phases of the ISAAC study in 1995 and 2002, in which Malta participated. The same validated standardized ISAAC questionnaire and protocol was used. Data was obtained from 3263'12- t...
Source: European Respiratory Journal - October 30, 2015 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Gerada, E., Agius Muscat, H., Camilleri, L., Montefort, S. Tags: 7.2 Paediatric Asthma and Allergy Source Type: research
Environmental factors in schools determining exercise-induced symptoms in children
Conclusion: This study showed that any detectable level of cat allergen may be clinically significant.
Source: European Respiratory Journal - October 30, 2015 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Stelmach, I., Cichalewski, L., Stelmach, W., Podlecka, D., Jerzynska, J. Tags: 5.3 Allergy and Immunology Source Type: research
Level of physical activity in asthmatic in an extremely arid area in the Brazilian Northeast
Conclusions: We found no association between asthma and the level of physical activity. There was a larger influence between asthma and a history of asthma in parents and have allergic rhinitis.
Source: European Respiratory Journal - October 30, 2015 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Junior, M., Costa, E., Sarinho, E., Rizzo, A., Sarinho, S. Tags: 7.2 Paediatric Asthma and Allergy Source Type: research
AMA expands med schools in education consortium
The American Medical Association has added 20 schools to its Accelerating Change in Medical Education Consortium in an effort to better prepare students for the rapid change in medical practice.
“With medicine and health care delivery in the United States changing in such new and exciting ways,...
Source: Skin and Allergy News - November 6, 2015 Category: Dermatology Source Type: news
Air pollution and allergic diseases
Purpose of review: Exposure to traffic-related air pollutants (TRAPs) has been implicated in asthma development, persistence, and exacerbation. This exposure is highly significant because increasingly large segments of the population worldwide reside in zones that have high levels of TRAP, including children, as schools are often located in high traffic pollution exposure areas.
Recent findings: Recent findings include epidemiologic and mechanistic studies that shed new light on the impact of traffic pollution on allergic diseases and the biology underlying this impact. In addition, new innovative methods to assess and qua...
Source: Current Opinion in Pediatrics - November 10, 2015 Category: Pediatrics Tags: ALLERGY, IMMUNOLOGY AND RELATED DISORDERS: Edited by Talal Chatila Source Type: research
