People with a fish allergy are likely to also have a reaction to crocodile meat,research has discovered.
The current record pollen counts hitting parts of Australia including Brisbane and Canberra are a serious health risk,and people should take sensible precautions.
The rapid rise in children with severe allergic reactions in the 2000s slowed when parents were advised to stop avoiding foods such as nuts,eggs and milk.
The ingredients we use on our skin may be as important as what we eat and a new study helps to explain why.
Some people who believe they suffer allergic reactions to wine say that these products do work for them.
Experts say a new care guide for anaphylaxis should empower parents to speak up if they believe their child’s reaction is not being properly handled.
Schools are being asked to move away from blanket bans on common allergens such as nuts and eggs,with experts calling for better food labelling,individual allergy management and better staff training.
Saying you don’t want to eat the food a friend has brought doesn’t need to be traumatic if you can rustle up a diet acronym.
The Premier has defended Health Minister Yvette D’Ath after a confusing backflip on whether people with allergies should hold off on getting the COVID vaccine.
Parents have been shopping around at pharmacies for the life-saving devices,but many have been unable to find EpiPen Jrs with a shelf life beyond July.
Australia is home to some of the world’s deadliest creatures,but the sting of a common insect is responsible for the most deaths and hospitalisations from venom.