Lack of standardization in shellfish allergy testing could prove fatal

A new study has found that the contents of commercially produced extracts used to test for shellfish allergies differ widely between manufacturers. The researchers are calling for the standardization of these extracts to avoid false negative results an… Continue reading Lack of standardization in shellfish allergy testing could prove fatal

Gut bacteria imbalances in infancy linked to major childhood allergies

A new study has found that four major childhood allergies share a common feature: an imbalance of gut bacteria during infancy. It’s hoped that the findings will inform treatments that correct the gut microbiome in children, potentially preventing lifel… Continue reading Gut bacteria imbalances in infancy linked to major childhood allergies

Infant food allergy linked to childhood asthma, study finds

Researchers have found a link between infant food allergy and asthma and reduced lung function in later childhood. They say their findings can help healthcare professionals to be more vigilant around monitoring the respiratory health of children with e… Continue reading Infant food allergy linked to childhood asthma, study finds

Genetically modified eggs may mean the end of allergies

Egg allergies are one of the most common allergies in children and can be triggered by a wide range of food products, even vaccines. Now, researchers have used genome editing technology to develop a chicken egg that may be safe for allergy sufferers to… Continue reading Genetically modified eggs may mean the end of allergies

First-of-its-kind mRNA treatment could wipe out a peanut allergy

Peanut and tree nut allergies affect around three million Americans, yet there’s only one approved treatment and it only tackles its severity. And despite the amount of research behind finding a way to counter, or cure, this often deadly condition, the… Continue reading First-of-its-kind mRNA treatment could wipe out a peanut allergy

New study challenges decades-long understanding of our immune system

Researchers have discovered new information about how the body’s immune system works, simultaneously calling into question decades of understanding about the process of antibody-mediated immunity and opening the door for advancements in immunological t… Continue reading New study challenges decades-long understanding of our immune system

Boiling peanuts reduces allergic responses in clinical trial

A first-of-its-kind clinical trial has tested whether slowly introducing small quantities of boiled peanuts to a child’s diet can treat allergies. After the year-long treatment, 80% of children in the trial could safely tolerate peanuts but the researc… Continue reading Boiling peanuts reduces allergic responses in clinical trial

InBio makes strong progress toward CRISPR-edited hypoallergenic cats

People like cats. Up to 15 percent of the population are allergic to them, however, largely thank to a particular allergen called Fel d 1, which is produced by your kitty’s salivary, sebaceous, perianal and lachrymal glands. Natural Fel d 1 production … Continue reading InBio makes strong progress toward CRISPR-edited hypoallergenic cats

Microneedles may treat peanut allergies better than anything else

Peanut allergies can be very serious, potentially resulting in life-threatening anaphylaxis. There could be new hope for eliminating such allergies, however, thanks to the use of peanut-packin’ microneedles.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTag… Continue reading Microneedles may treat peanut allergies better than anything else

Researchers demonstrate how milk can trigger MS symptoms

For decades those with multiple sclerosis have suggested dairy products can exacerbate the symptoms of their disease. Now researchers from the Universities of Bonn and Erlangen-Nuremberg have demonstrated exactly how this could be occurring, by finding… Continue reading Researchers demonstrate how milk can trigger MS symptoms