Allergy/Asthma

Air pollution with smaller particulate matter had stronger associations with childhood asthma than pollution with larger particles, indicating that smaller particles may be more toxic, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.

Ghosts, goblins and other make-believe monsters come out on Halloween, but allergies and asthma present real dangers to families who want to safely celebrate the holiday —and doctors can play a role in ensuring everyone has a good time.

At least two-thirds of children with a peanut allergy also were sensitized to one other legume, one-quarter of whom were diagnosed with a legume allergy, according to a study published in Pediatric Allergy and Immunology.

A noninvasive and validated symptom-based screening tool identified children who were at high risk for asthma as early as age 3 years, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.

A dashboard revealed disparities that exist among patients with moderate to severe asthma who visited the ED, according to a study scheduled for presentation at the American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition.

Although anaphylaxis rates among infants have increased, whether these increases are due to recommendations for earlier introduction of potential allergens is unclear, according to data published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.

Anxiety related to food allergy among children goes beyond being nervous in uncontrolled environments where triggers may be encountered, and current therapies may fall short of addressing the specific needs of these patients.

Prenatal exposure to air pollution appeared linked to early-life immune perturbations that in turn increased risk for allergic rhinitis and asthma, according to a study published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.

Families with food allergies as well as nutritionists, dietitians and other stakeholder professionals can connect with expert clinicians and researchers at Food Allergy Summit 2022, scheduled for Sept. 23 to 25 in Orlando.

Visits from a community health worker were associated with improved medication adherence and inhaler technique among urban children with asthma, according to a study published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice.