allergies
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What Is Thunderstorm Asthma, And Why Is It Worst In Melbourne?
Hospitals across Melbourne were put on emergency alert on Monday night as thousands of people called ambulance services, reporting breathing difficulties and other severe symptoms. Emergency rooms were so strained that day units were opened to handle the overflow. It was a severe outbreak of the phenomenon called “thunderstorm asthma” — but how does an…
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Scientists Isolate Gene Responsible For Rare Vibration Allergy
A small segment of the population is literally allergic to vibrations, an annoying condition that gives rise to hives and other symptoms. Researchers at the NIH have now isolated the genetic mutation responsible for the disorder, and it’s offering new insight into related conditions.
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Smartphone Analyser Spots Ingredients That Give You Allergies
Every meal can be a minefield when you suffer from severe food allergies. So researchers at UCLA’s Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science have developed a sort of mine detector for food that’s able to analyse, detect and warn a user about food allergens before they dig in.
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Hypoallergenic Dogs Are Just A Myth
The next time you’re looking to get a dog, get any kind you want. Yep, any breed, size, fur, even if you have pet allergies. Wait, what? According to researchers, there’s no difference between a hypoallergenic dog and non-hypoallergenic dog.