Penicillin allergy is commonly reported in the pediatric emergency department. However, true penicillin allergy is rare. In a recent study, researchers investigated the prevalence of true allergy among...
Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital investigated the prevalence of food allergies and intolerances using the electronic health records allergy module.
Researchers examined outcomes of oral food challenges in patients with tree nut allergies to determine if those with the allergy should avoid all tree nuts.
A large, community-based randomized trial found that once-daily, full-body emollient use beginning in early infancy reduced the risk of developing atopic dermatitis by age 2. The protective effect was...