Allergies
Peanut allergies cracked?
Researchers in Australia have made a discovery that raises hopes for the treatment of peanut allergy – a potentially lethal threat to many. We delve deeper with lead researcher, Professor Mimi Tang.
Breastfed babies run lower atopic eczema risk
Breastfeeding could cut a child’s risk of developing atopic eczema, says a study in the journal JAMA Pediatrics.
Child peanut allergy on the rise
Childhood peanut allergy levels in the US have risen by 21% since 2010 and it may now affect nearly 2.5% of children, says new research presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology annual scientific meeting.
