February 09, 2012: More People Need Training in Lifesaving Epinephrine Use, Advocates Say
Parents, educators, caregivers, friends can respond to severe food allergies

January 04, 2012: Celiac Disease in Women Linked to Depression Risk
But sticking to gluten-free diets helped improve their well-being in study

December 28, 2011: Some 'Gluten-Free' Beers Really Aren't: Study
Other 'low-gluten' beers contain high amounts of the celiac disease irritant

November 24, 2011: Allergy Sufferers Should Prepare for Holiday Triggers
Asthma patients, those who react to food or environmental allergens should plan ahead: experts

November 24, 2011: Health Tip: Protect Kids Who Have Food Allergies
Suggestions to keep them safer

November 15, 2011: Health Tip: Watch for Lactose in Foods
If you're lactose intolerant

November 07, 2011: Alcohol, Asthma and Allergies Don't Mix
Alcohol can trigger or worsen existing allergies, experts say

November 07, 2011: 'Food Challenges' Provide Best Allergy Diagnoses: Study
But too few U.S. doctors use them, researcher says

November 03, 2011: Improved Allergy Shots Might Be on Horizon
Methods being investigated could offer quicker, longer-lasting results, experts say

November 01, 2011: Gluten in Cosmetics Threaten Those With Celiac Disease
Some facial products, body lotions carry the protein, researchers warn

October 01, 2011: Halloween Trappings Can Trigger Asthma, Allergies
Old costumes, moldy pumpkins and makeup preservatives can unexpectedly cause an attack, experts warn

September 08, 2011: Black Children May Be More Prone to Peanut Allergy, Study Finds
Researchers say youngsters with African ancestry have more allergic antibodies against the food

August 19, 2011: Children With Food Allergies Often Face Skepticism
Study found that even family and friends can be less than supportive

August 09, 2011: Factors Before Birth Can Determine Child's Risk of Allergies: Study
Exposure to pets during pregnancy, method of delivery and race all play a part

June 20, 2011: One in 12 U.S. Children May Have Food Allergies: Report
Peanuts, milk and shellfish most common allergens, study found

May 25, 2011: Health Tip: Recognize the Signs of Food Allergy
Symptoms of a reaction

May 18, 2011: Can Platelet Transfusions Trigger Severe Reaction in Those With Peanut Allergies?
Case report suggests that it's possible, but experts say there is no cause for alarm

March 22, 2011: Allergy Drug May Speed Up Kids' Ability to Tolerate Milk
In small study, Xolair acts as 'protective blanket' against reactions, researcher says

March 21, 2011: Firstborn Kids Seem to Have More Food Allergies, Hay Fever
But they don't have more asthma or eczema than their siblings, study finds

March 21, 2011: Severe Eczema Linked to Lasting Milk, Egg Allergy in Kids
Mild cases of the skin condition suggest children may outgrow the food reactions, researchers say

March 21, 2011: Outgrowing Milk Allergy May Take Some Babies Longer Than Expected
Just a third of infants leave their allergy behind by 30 months, study finds

February 10, 2011: Dermatitis May Be More Cause Than Effect of Food Allergies
Expert urges parents of young kids to be aware of the risk

February 07, 2011: Allergies Linked to Lower Brain Cancer Rate in Study
Overactive immune system may target tumors known as gliomas, researchers say

January 28, 2011: Teens With Food Allergies May Feel Unsafe at School
Younger children report feeling more confident because of greater supervision, small study finds

January 21, 2011: Health Tip: Protect Against Peanut Reactions
Suggestions to avoid deadly food allergy problems

December 12, 2010: 'Tis the Season to Give Allergen-Free Gifts
Buying for people with asthma, allergies takes extra thought, experts say

December 06, 2010: New Guidelines Aid in Diagnosis of Food Allergies
Recommendations should help doctors spot, treat these conditions, authors say

November 25, 2010: Health Tip: If You Have Fructose Intolerance
You may have to limit certain foods

November 24, 2010: Preparation Can Help Kids With Nut Allergies Travel Safely
Pack snacks, meds and sanitizing wipes to reduce likelihood of a reaction, expert suggests

November 01, 2010: Eating Peanuts While Pregnant May Raise Child's Allergy Risks
Link found between moms-to-be who consumed them and nut sensitivity in infants

October 20, 2010: Pregnancy During Spring May Boost Kid's Risk of Food Allergies
But whether the effect is causal isn't known, experts say

October 17, 2010: Halloween Extra Scary When Kids Have Nut Allergies
Parents urged to prepare in advance so children don't miss out on the fun

October 05, 2010: Black Male Children Have Highest Rates of Food Allergies
Study finds they are 4.4 times more likely to have issues

October 01, 2010: Kids With Allergies Shouldn't Skip Flu Shots, Experts Say
Parents urged to get children vaccinated, as annual season starts

September 21, 2010: Health Tip: Control Food Allergies at School
Suggestions to help keep your child safe

July 28, 2010: FDA Cites Its Food Safety Web Site
More than 100 problems identified so far, agency says

July 11, 2010: Don't Let Food Allergies Spoil the Picnic
A plan that includes simple precautions, emergency meds and a cell phone will leave you free to enjoy yourself

June 10, 2010: Health Tip: Know the Warning Signs of Anaphylaxis
It's a serious allergic reaction

May 13, 2010: Rate of Childhood Peanut Allergies More Than Triples
Researchers can't explain increase in last decade, although actual number is still small

May 11, 2010: Few High-Quality Studies on Food Allergies, Say Reviewers
No uniform standards for diagnosing a food allergy even exist, researchers find

March 27, 2010: Some Allergy Sufferers Can Skip the Sneezing Season
Many people can avoid triggering symptoms, experts say

March 01, 2010: Kids' Peanut Allergies Might Be Tamed: Study
Gradual exposure desensitized some kids, but experts advise against trying on your own

February 28, 2010: Meat Might Be Behind Many Unidentified Allergic Reactions
Certain carb could be causing severe anaphylaxis, researchers warn

February 27, 2010: Blood Test Might Sort Out Milk Allergies
Could spot those allergic to all milk products, those who can tolerate heated milk

January 01, 2010: It's Not a Hangover, It's an Allergic Reaction
Ingredients in alcohol could explain 'morning-after' feeling, experts say

December 07, 2009: Mom's Exposure to Microbes Lowers Allergies in Kids
Study found pregnant mice that inhaled barnyard air passed protection to offspring

December 05, 2009: Keep Asthma, Allergies at Bay for the Holidays
Take steps to eliminate triggers, experts advise

November 16, 2009: Child Food Allergies on the Rise in U.S.
Experts unsure if growth stems from more awareness or actual increase in numbers

November 03, 2009: Health Tip: Have a Food Allergy?
Here are possible warning signs

October 26, 2009: Treat Kids to a Safe Halloween
Some simple precautions will safeguard young trick-or-treaters, experts say