Why our allergies are getting worse —and what to do about it
From excessive hygiene to low-fiber diets, author Theresa MacPhail explores the deep-rooted causes of rising allergy rates in her new book Allergic.
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Italian scientists hacked pizza physics to make dough without yeast
Bread geeks, take note! The new technique, developed in a lab in Naples, involves the smart application of materials science and physics to make airy, bubbly dough without fermentation.
Coronavirus FAQs: Do Gloves HeIp? Is It Allergies Or COVID-19?
Lots of people are talking about masks. But what about gloves? Do they offer any protection? If you're still going to work, should you isolate yourself from family members when you get home?
Overlooked Ingredients In Medicines Can Sometimes Trigger Side Effects
Drugmakers add inactive ingredients to stabilize medications and sometimes to help the body absorb the active ingredients. But the inactive constituents can cause side effects in rare cases.
Bill Of The Month: A $48,329 Allergy Test Is A Lot Of Scratch
A California college professor never imagined that trying to figure out what was causing her rash could wind up costing so much.
FDA Approves New Generic Version Of The EpiPen For Allergic Reactions
Consumers will have a new generic alternative to the widely used — and pricey — device to counter life-threatening allergic reactions.
If Raw Fruits Or Veggies Give You A Tingly Mouth, It's A Real Syndrome
Pollen allergies can trigger reactions to fruits and vegetables. The condition — known as oral allergy syndrome — can come on suddenly and often goes undiagnosed.
Recall Of Some EpiPens Extends To U.S.
Mylan is recalling some EpiPens distributed between December 2015 and July 2016, saying a potentially defective part could make them fail to activate during a life-threatening allergic reaction.
Danish Study Links Fish Oil During Pregnancy With Lower Asthma Risk In Kids
But that's not the final word, caution pediatricians, including the Danish author. It's one of several recent studies with contradictory findings that suggest the supplements could help or hurt.
EpiPen's Dominance Driven By Competitors' Stumbles And Tragic Deaths
The company's lobbying of state legislatures is just one factor in EpiPen's dominance of the market. Manufacturers of competing devices have struggled to gain a foothold.