Top in allergy/asthma: Alpha-gal syndrome testing; NASA public health projects
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Although the number of alpha-gal syndrome tests increased in Tennessee from 2013 to 2022, the proportion of confirmed cases remained stable, recent data show.
Researchers discussed how increased awareness has played a role in increased testing. They said their findings indicate that providers are correctly homing in on key features of alpha-gal syndrome. It was the top story in allergy/asthma last week.
Another top story was about NASA’s Health and Air Quality program, which explores the connections between the environment and human and animal health by fostering interdisciplinary approaches to address environmental challenges in public health.
Read these and more top stories in allergy/asthma below:
Alpha-gal syndrome testing increases but positive test proportions remain stable
The number of patients tested for alpha-gal syndrome increased across middle Tennessee from 2013 to 2022, but the proportion of confirmed cases remained stable, according to a letter published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. Read more.
NASA program seeks collaborators for research, public health projects
Representatives from NASA attended the American Thoracic Society International Conference to discuss its Health and Air Quality program and highlight the availability of its data for research and other collaborations. Read more.
Direct challenges recommended for most antibiotic allergy evaluations
Physicians should perform graded direct challenges when patients at low risk for a reaction report an antibiotic allergy, according to a review published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. Read more.
Outreach program aims to improve asthma education, treatment among Dine children
Clinical training, community engagement and care coordination aim to improve asthma outcomes among Dine children in the Navajo Nation, according to a presentation at the American Thoracic Society International Conference. Read more.
Peak expiratory flow varies among adolescents with exposure to particulate matter
Ambient particulate matter pollution at the 2.5 µm scale influenced peak expiratory flow among adolescents in Mobile, Alabama, according to data presented at the American Thoracic Society International Conference. Read more.