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Immunotherapy treatment for house dust mite allergy now available through NHS Scotland  13th August 2026

An immunotherapy treatment for house dust mite allergy has been made available through the NHS in Scotland.  The Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) has accepted Acarizax (12 SQ-HDM sublingual immunotherapy) for adults aged 18–65 with moderate to severe, persistent house dust mite allergic rhinitis.
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Climbing for Greg: Brother takes on Mount Kilimanjaro in memory of sibling lost to anaphylaxis 10th August 2026

When Josh begins his ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro later this year in aid of Anaphylaxis UK, every step he takes up Africa’s highest peak will be in memory of his brother Greg, who tragically died in December 2024 after an
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Fundraiser Andrew sets sights on remote Hengduan summit to support Anaphylaxis UK and Cancer Research UK 4th August 2026

19-year-old Andrew is preparing to take on one of China’s most remote peaks in an extraordinary expedition that could make him the first recorded British climber to reach its summit, all while raising funds and awareness for two causes close
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Supporting students with allergies: New ELSA Resources to build confidence  2nd September 2025

Over the past year, we have been highlighting an often-overlooked issue: the emotional toll of having an allergy.   For students living with allergies, the school day can present many dangers which leads to persistent anxiety, including eating in the cafeteria

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Make your school allergy-safe with our new and improved AllergyWise® for Schools resources  1st September 2025

We’re excited to announce that AllergyWise® for Schools just got even better! Our newly updated resource pack now includes a comprehensive suite of allergy-aware cooking materials — a must-have for every secondary school DT department.  Understanding allergies isn’t just important

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Mobile‑First vs Desktop‑Dominant iGaming: Which Platform Delivers Bigger Bonuses and Better Play? 31st August 2025

The iGaming landscape is moving faster than ever, and the engine driving that momentum is mobile. In the past five years, more than 70 % of new gambling accounts have been opened on smartphones or tablets, and developers are optimizing every

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Wraparound care and allergy management: Are you ready for September’s changes?  28th August 2025

From 1 September 2025, new requirements will come into force for wraparound care providers under the Early Years Statutory Framework (EYFS). While expectations for private, voluntary, and independent (PVI) providers – or where Reception children attend – are clearer, school-led

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Reporting on emerging food allergens in Europe: what the latest research tells us 26th August 2025

A newly published study from the French Allergy-Vigilance Network (AVN), spanning over two decades from 2002 to 2023, has shed light on an important issue affecting many people who live with food allergies: serious reactions triggered by foods outside the

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New EAACI campaign highlights dangers of incorrect antibiotic allergy labelling  20th August 2025

Antibiotics are life-saving medicines — but only if we use them wisely. Millions of people carry an ‘antibiotic allergy’ label in their medical records. However, research shows that over 90% of these patients are not truly allergic when properly tested.  

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Are you a healthcare practitioner supporting & advising families on complementary feeding? 13th August 2025

Researchers at the University of Southampton are inviting healthcare practitioners to take part in a research study to help prevent food allergy. This research is part of a doctorate project led by Karen Wright and funded by the Biomedical Research

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NICE recommends first under the tongue immunotherapy for severe birch tree pollen allergy   30th July 2025

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has released its final draft guidance recommending Itulazax® (Betula verrucosa)—the first sublingual (under the tongue) tablet immunotherapy, which could help up to 27,000 people in England with moderate to severe birch

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Eating out on holiday: the allergy checklist  28th July 2025

Going on holiday is all about relaxing but for people with serious allergies, dining out in unfamiliar locations can bring added stress.

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