The paediatric allergy group of the British Society for Allergy and Clinical Immunology have produced updated guidance for clinicians about vaccinations against COVID-19, Influenza and MMR for children with food allergy or asthma. You can read the new guidance here
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Egg allergy most commonly presents in infancy and around 1 in 50 children has an egg allergy. An updated guideline for the management of egg allergy has been announced by the British Society for Allergy and Clinical Immunology (BSACI). The
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Kantar Health, an independent research agency, is collaborating with sponsoring company DBV Technologies, and with the assistance of Anaphylaxis Campaign, to conduct research on the economic burden caused by peanut allergy. In this context, Kantar Health invite you to participate
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The prevalence of peanut allergy is increasing in Western countries and is reported to be up to 3% among children.
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The 2020/2021 NHS hospital admissions figures for allergy and anaphylaxis have been published. Following 7 years of a steady increase in admissions, this year’s figures show a substantial decline in both allergy and anaphylaxis hospital admissions for adults and children.
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The Department of Health and Social care have announced that the process for applying for official proof that you’re unable to be vaccinated is now live. One of the possible reasons for medical exemption listed is if you are ‘a
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Today is the long-awaited day that ‘Natasha’s Law’ for allergen labelling comes into force. If you are wondering what it means for you or your family, please take a look at this video. Our helpline is open 9am-5pm Mon-Fri to
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York Health Economics Consortium (YHEC, University of York) is running a survey to study how peanut allergy impacts on children’s quality of life. The results of the survey will not only help them better understand how peanut allergy affects a
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The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has updated its advice on the COVID-19 vaccine booster programme. The full announcement can be read here :- JCVI Issues updated advice on COVID-19 booster vaccination Of particular note for people with allergies
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