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17 Jul 2018

Allergy to Stinging Insects: Diagnosis and Management

Stinging insects that cause allergic reactions belong to the order Hymenoptera, which includes wasps, hornets, bees, yellow jackets, true hornets, and…
9 Mins
17 Jul 2018

Autoinflammatory Diseases: Consequences of Uncontrolled Inflammasome Activation

Inflammasomes are sensors within the innate immune system that are responsible for the regulation of caspase-1 activation and the initiation of…
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17 Jul 2018

Genetically Modified Wheat, Wheat Intolerance, and Food Safety Concerns

Wheat intolerance is a common problem for certain individuals. A gluten-free diet is the only option for people with wheat-associated disorders (WAD) to…
6 Mins
17 Jul 2018

Challenges in Allergy Diagnostics and Solutions Worth Considering

The introduction of molecular components has led to exponential growth in the field of allergy diagnosis over the last two decades and allergy testing is…
10 Mins
17 Jul 2018

Revising the Criteria for Occupational Mould-Related Disease: Arguments, Misconceptions, and Facts

Occupational exposure to indoor air moulds and the consequent development of dampness and mould hypersensitivity syndrome (DMHS) may cause lung damage…
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15 Jun 2018

Antibiotic Resistance: How Did We Get Here and What Can We Do Now?

Bacteria, with their ability to cause chaos despite being extremely tiny, have long been a fascination of mine.
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3 May 2018

The Anaphylaxis Campaign: Orange Wig Day

Over 150 million people have allergies in Europe, where it is the most common chronic disease,1 and in the UK the problem is particularly acute.
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1 Mar 2018

Immunopathology of Allergic Conjunctivitis

Allergic conjunctivitis is predominantly an immunoglobulin E-mediated hypersensitivity reaction to environmental allergens. Allergic diseases affect >30%…