Is it time for the post-vaccine wait to go? The 15-minute observation window has already been scrapped in the UK, and now one GP is asking whether it is time for Australia to do the same.
New treatments found to induce peanut allergy remission in children Australian researchers have discovered two treatments that are highly effective at inducing remission and improving quality of life.
First ever Australian anaphylaxis standard released The new standard emphasises the need for prompt treatment and continuity of patient care between healthcare settings.
Anaphylaxis in less than 1% of ‘highly allergic’ after Pfizer: Study The new research finding also suggests a screening questionnaire could be used to enhance patient safety.
‘Our GP was really good’ One family’s account of dealing with anaphylaxis highlights the life-changing impact GPs can have by helping patients manage the condition.
Anaphylaxis found to affect 0.025% of COVID-19 mRNA vaccine recipients New research utilising real-world data suggests the rate is largely comparable to most antibiotics.
Food label regulation in spotlight again Researchers say incorrect labelling is causing too many allergic reactions and have called for tighter regulation.
GPs ‘critical’ to world-first allergy campaign Health professionals are now being advised to introduce babies to common allergy-causing foods before the age of one.
GPs report worried patients giving infants peanuts or eggs in hospital car parks Concerned parents are parking outside of hospitals and GP clinics in an effort to mitigate risk when giving their children peanuts or eggs for the first time.
Push for better food labels to reduce risk of anaphylaxis Researchers want food labelling regulations tightened after their study found some people with food allergies had anaphylactic reactions to packaged foods.