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Conference on Integrative Medicine to Treat Allergies and Other Immune Disorders
By Henry Ehrlich It is with great pleasure that we tell you, readers, about the 5th East-West Integrative Medical Symposium for Immunology & Wellness emphasizing Clinical Practice, Science, & Technology, to be held at the New York Medical … [Read More...] about Conference on Integrative Medicine to Treat Allergies and Other Immune Disorders
Eosinophilic Esophagitis: A Dual Perspective–Mother and Nurse
It has been four years since we wrote about eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE),which we characterized as a “new disease.” As we wrote then, “With eosinophilic esophagitis, the cells ‘infiltrate’ the tissue of the esophagus where they don’t belong. They sit there … [Read More...] about Eosinophilic Esophagitis: A Dual Perspective–Mother and Nurse
Asthma Medication: the NASCAR Connection
By Henry Ehrlich Out of all the places in all the world, the last place I thought I’d see a promotion for an asthma medicine, the side of a 200 MPH racing car was probably it. But there it was. A post on social media showing a massive pile up at the Daytona … [Read More...] about Asthma Medication: the NASCAR Connection
Specific IgE—How Does an Innate Defense Against Parasites Turn into Allergies?
When IgE was discovered more than half a century ago, allergists had hopes that it would be the key to better diagnosis and treatment of allergies, but it has remained a riddle wrapped in an enigma, although there has been exciting research along the way. A … [Read More...] about Specific IgE—How Does an Innate Defense Against Parasites Turn into Allergies?
Unnecessary Tests and Treatments? New York Times Editorial Hits Home
By Dr. Paul Ehrlich This morning, the Monday after Easter, I was jolted to attention on the way to the office by my regular Starbucks and by an editorial that began: “If health care costs are ever to be brought under control, the nation’s doctors will have … [Read More...] about Unnecessary Tests and Treatments? New York Times Editorial Hits Home
Dateline South Brooklyn–Another Cautionary Asthma Story
By Dr. Paul Ehrlich The 2019 new year brought heartbreak to a South Brooklyn family as an 11-year old boy died after reacting to the smell of fish being cooked in his home. As described by the New York Daily News, the family hooked him up to a “medical … [Read More...] about Dateline South Brooklyn–Another Cautionary Asthma Story
Asthma, Allergies, Sleep, and Weight Problems
By Dr. Larry Chiaramonte A few years ago I thought about training in the specialty of sleep medicine because I was concerned about the close relationship between sleep and other preoccupations of mine—allergy, asthma, and even the obesity epidemic. As we … [Read More...] about Asthma, Allergies, Sleep, and Weight Problems
Leading Allergy Journal Focuses on Air Pollution
By Dr. Larry Chiaramonte and Dr. Paul Ehrlich The new issue of the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology has on its cover a photograph of a city with filthy air with the words “Pollution and Allergy.” Several articles inside include one by South … [Read More...] about Leading Allergy Journal Focuses on Air Pollution
Another Top 10 List
By Henry Ehrlich We are very pleased to announce that we have made another list of top asthma blogs, this time from Medical News where we appear with, among others, Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America and Asthma UK. We never do any PR except for our … [Read More...] about Another Top 10 List
Allergy to One Antibiotic Doesn’t Rule Out the Rest
Q: A child comes in with a rash a few days after receiving AMOXICILLIN for an ear infection. It is red, blotchy, and spreads across the body. It appears to be a drug reaction rather than a viral exanthem. Does this mean the child cannot take PENICILLIN in the … [Read More...] about Allergy to One Antibiotic Doesn’t Rule Out the Rest
The Best School Policy For Allergy And Anaphylaxis Management: a Canadian Voice
By Elizabeth Goldenberg, founder and president www.onespotallergy.com. She is also an attorney. (Note: This guest editorial does not express the opinions of the authors of Asthma Allergies Children: a parent’s guide or the founders of this website. We … [Read More...] about The Best School Policy For Allergy And Anaphylaxis Management: a Canadian Voice
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