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Early Introduction of Allergenic Foods in Infants and Children
Immunoglobulin E-mediated food allergies are a concerning health problem affecting 5.5% of children and 6% of adults in the United States. Nine foods cause 90% of food allergies, with milk, eggs, and peanuts most often linked to food allergies in infants and children. Prevention strategies have shifted from avoidance of foods to the early introduction of high allergenic foods. Evidence supports that the early introduction of peanuts can reduce food allergies. United States guidelines promote the optimal times for the introduction of high-allergen foods.
Source: The Journal for Nurse Practitioners - May 23, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Crystal Butler, Michelle S. Reed, Christopher L. Schoenmann, Lisa Ousley Tags: Featured Article Source Type: research
The Implementation and Evaluation of a Stock Epinephrine for Schools Program in Maricopa County, Arizona
J Sch Nurs. 2023 May 8:10598405231172957. doi: 10.1177/10598405231172957. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe increasing rate of food allergies in children, combined with the role of food as an integral part of the school day has led to the emergence of anaphylaxis as a daily threat to students, regardless of prior allergy diagnosis. Stock epinephrine-non-patient specific epinephrine auto-injectors that may be used during emergencies-is a means for schools to prepare for anaphylactic events and protect children with allergies. The Maricopa County Department of Public Health initiated the School Surveillance and Medication Pr...
Source: The Journal of School Nursing - May 9, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Erin Broas Ashley A Lowe Kimberly Ivich Melissa Garcia Jackie Ward James Hollister Lynn B Gerald Source Type: research
