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Not all shellfish “allergy” is allergy! [PDF]
AbstractThe popularity of shellfish has been increasing worldwide, with a consequent increase in adverse reactions that can be allergic or toxic. The approximate prevalence of shellfish allergy is estimated at 0.5‐2.5% of the general population, depending on degree of consumption by age and geographic regions.
Chee K Woo, Sami L. Bahna
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It is estimated that at least one-fifth of the world’s population suffers from allergic diseases (atopic asthma and allergic rhinitis are the most common). Different factors contribute to the development of allergies; a predisposing genetic background is needed; however, environmental factors play an important role, among them is the exposure to ...
BRUSCHI, FABRIZIO+3 more
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What proportion of adult allergy referrals to secondary care could be dealt with in primary care by a GP with special interest? [PDF]
Background: The concept of a General Practitioner with Special Interest (GPwSI) was first proposed in the 2000 National Health Service Plan, as a way of providing specialised treatment closer to the patient’s home and reducing hospital waiting times ...
A Bowling+8 more
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History of the World Allergy Organization: Two Decades Leading to World Leadership, 1990-2010
History of the World Allergy Organization: In 1951, the leaders in allergy from all over the world came together to form the International Association of Allergology and Clinical Immunology (IAACI).
Michael A Kaliner, MD
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An online, peer-mentored food allergy education program improves children’s and parents’ confidence
Background Children with food allergy, and their families experience substantial burdens because of efforts necessary to minimize the risk of anaphylaxis. To this end, peer-to-peer education is paramount.
Ranjit Dhanjal+5 more
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Integrating Statistical Evidence and Legal Theory to Challenge the Selection of Grand and Petit Jurors [PDF]
The increasing allergy prevalence in affluent countries may be caused by reduced microbial stimulation and a decreased dietary ω-3/ω-6 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (LCPUFA) ratio, resulting in an abnormal postnatal immune maturation.
Duchén, Karel, Jenmalm, Maria
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Allergy, pseudo‐allergy and non‐allergy [PDF]
Despite the frequency of adverse reactions to drugs, allergic reactions are relatively uncommon. About 80% of adverse reactions are type A, or predictable, drug reactions that are explicable from the known pharmacology of the drug. Of the type B, or unpredictable, reactions many are due to drug intolerance (usually occurring at low doses of the drug ...
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History of the World Allergy Organization: In 1951, the leaders in allergy from all over the world came together to form the International Association of Allergology and Clinical Immunology (IAACI).
Johannes Ring, PhD, MD
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