After using an epinephrine auto-injector for anaphylaxis, patients have been told for years to call 911 and go to the… Read more »
Author: Jenifer Goodwin
Viaskin Allergy Patch Desensitized 81% of Toddlers By 2 Years
Two years of wearing the Viaskin patch for peanut allergy desensitized 81 percent of peanut-allergic children ages 1 to 3,… Read more »
Could a Special Toothpaste Help Brush Away Peanut Allergies?
Along with clean teeth, a specially formulated toothpaste may help increase tolerance to peanut in those with peanut allergy, a… Read more »
Neffy CEO: Why FDA Rejection of Epi Nasal Spray Was a Shocker
This fall, ARS Pharma’s epinephrine nasal spray seemed like a sure bet to win Food and Drug Administration approval. In… Read more »
Pill That Treats Cancer Prevented Food Allergy Reactions in Study
Just a few doses of a pill used to treat blood cancers prevented allergic reactions to peanuts in adults with… Read more »
Chef Michael Chiarello’s Death Reminds of Allergy Risks for Adults
Known for his Italian-inspired California dishes, celebrity chef Michael Chiarello’s death from anaphylaxis came as a shock to many. Chiarello’s… Read more »
OIT Formula for Multiple Allergens Shows Promise in Early Results
A proprietary blend of 15 different allergenic food proteins is showing promise in desensitizing allergic children to more than one… Read more »
Viaskin Peanut Patch Desensitized Most Toddlers in Phase 3 Trial
The Viaskin patch for peanut allergy is showing promise in desensitizing peanut-allergic toddlers in a late-stage trial. After wearing the… Read more »
Why Climate Change Is Making Pollen Allergies Worse Than Ever
Across the U.S. and North America, climate change is making pollen allergy season longer and more intense. If you’re feeling… Read more »
Expert Panel Recommends FDA Approve Neffy Epinephrine Spray
An expert panel has recommended that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approve a new, epinephrine nasal spray for treating… Read more »