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Food Allergies Cost Society a Bundle

11/14/2012

ANAHEIM, Calif. -- The economic cost of food allergy in an average American child tops $4,000, with less than 20% of that attributable to direct medical expenses, a researcher said here. more

Well-Worn Cell Phones May Be Allergy Risk

11/14/2012

ANAHEIM, Calif. -- When heavy use of cell phones wears off the plastic coatings on metallic keypads and other parts, it could be problematic for people with metal sensitivities, a researcher said here.  more

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Lung Tests Underused in Asthma Patients

11/13/2012

ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Clinicians at teaching hospital clinics may be no better than primary care physicians in the community at using spirometry to diagnose and manage asthma, a researcher said here.  more

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Survey: Docs' Anaphylaxis Care Deficient

11/12/2012

ANAHEIM, Calif. -- A disturbingly high proportion of primary care and emergency physicians don't know or practice the right ways to treat anaphylaxis and prevent recurrences, a small survey found. more

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Asthma Patients Often Depressed

11/12/2012

ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Depression and asthma appear to go hand in hand, even in patients whose asthma is relatively mild and who report generally good health, a researcher said here. more

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Combo Drug for Nasal Allergy Tops Single Tx

11/11/2012

ANAHEIM, Calif. -- A nasal spray combining a corticosteroid and an antihistamine was better than either drug alone for relieving allergic rhinitis in a comparison with "real-world” commercial products, a  more

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