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FDA approves Dupixent for eosinophilic esophagitis; expands indication for atopic dermatitis

from the Food and Drug Administration
Published: August 01, 2022
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, Dermatology, Pharmacology
Abstract
Dupixent is a recombinant human immunoglobulin-G4 monoclonal antibody that inhibits interleukin (IL)-4 and (IL)-13 signaling and is administered as a subcutaneous injection.
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Food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome evolving, increasing in prevalence

Theresa A. Bingemann, M.D., FAAP
Published: June 01, 2022
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, Gastroenterology, Nutrition
Abstract
Research shows more foods, including peanut, are triggering FPIES.
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Controlling asthma, allergic skin diseases: Report reviews use of biologic medications

Heather Hoch De Keyser, M.D., M.S.C.S., FAAP
Published: November 01, 2021
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, Asthma, Pharmacology, Pulmonology
Abstract
Multiple biologic therapies are available for these diseases, all targeting different parts of the atopic inflammatory pathway.
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Sesame, a common food allergen, to be listed on food labels by 2023

Julie Wang, M.D., FAAP; J. Andrew Bird, M.D., FAAP
Published: August 01, 2021
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, Immunologic Disorders, Nutrition, Patient Education/Patient Safety/Public Education
Abstract
An estimated 1.5 million children and adults in the U.S. are allergic to sesame.
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FYI: Mental health report, indigenous child health meeting, non-prescription nasal antihistamine, and more

Trisha Korioth, Staff Writer
Published: August 01, 2021
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, Child Care, Injury, Violence & Poison Prevention, Psychiatry/Psychology, Telehealth Care
Abstract
Mental health report, indigenous child health meeting, non-prescription nasal antihistamine, and more
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FYI: National Pediatric Readiness Project, COVID-19 vaccine resources, free online courses

Trisha Korioth, Staff Writer
Published: July 01, 2021
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, Gastroenterology, Infectious Diseases, Nutrition, Vaccine/Immunization
Abstract
National Pediatric Readiness Project, COVID-19 vaccine resources, free online courses
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FYI: Youth violence prevention, peanut allergy videos, visiting professor program, identifying motor delays

Trisha Korioth, Staff Writer
Published: March 01, 2021
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, Growth/Development Milestones, Infectious Diseases, Injury, Violence & Poison Prevention
Abstract
The CDC announced the availability of $6 million in fiscal year 2021 to fund up to five youth violence prevention centers for up to five years.
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Peanut oral immunotherapy builds up tolerance in allergic preschoolers

Carla Kemp, Senior Editor
Published: February 01, 2021
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, School Health
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Nearly 80% of preschoolers who received peanut oral immunotherapy for a year had a negative oral food challenge, and reactions generally were mild in those with a positive challenge.
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Report confirms rarity of anaphylaxis after COVID-19 vaccination

Melissa Jenco, News Content Editor
Published: January 22, 2021
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Vaccine/Immunization, COVID-19
Abstract
Health officials confirmed 10 cases of anaphylaxis out of more than 4 million Moderna doses administered over three weeks.
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CDC confirms 29 anaphylaxis cases after COVID-19 vaccination, calls them ‘exceedingly rare’

Melissa Jenco, News Content Editor
Published: January 06, 2021
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Vaccine/Immunization, COVID-19
Abstract
While the rate of anaphylaxis cases after COVID-19 vaccination is higher than for flu vaccination, CDC officials said they continue to believe the vaccines are safe.
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FDA: Epinephrine auto-injector device malfunctions can cause overdose

Trisha Korioth, Staff Writer
Published: June 03, 2020
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, Asthma, Safety
Abstract
The FDA is advising anyone with Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC or Impax Laboratories epinephrine injection, USP auto-injector 0.3 mg device to make sure it has a yellow stop collar that controls the dose of medicine administered.
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Co-infection, mild COVID-19 symptomology noted in two case reports

Trisha Korioth, Staff Writer
Published: May 21, 2020
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, Dermatology, Immunologic Disorders, Infectious Diseases, COVID-19
Abstract
Two case reports in Pediatrics describe children with an inflammatory response in a later phase who tested positive for SARS-CoV-2.
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Policy helps identify, treat, prevent nickel allergy contact dermatitis

Janice L. Pelletier, M.D., FAAP; Sharon E. Jacob, M.D., FAAD, FAAP; Nanette B. Silverberg, M.D., FAAD, FAAP
Published: April 27, 2020
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, Dermatology
Abstract
Signs of nickel allergy contact dermatitis, including redness, swelling and itching, can be misinterpreted as an infection.
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FDA: Inspect epinephrine auto-injectors to head off problems

Trisha Korioth, Staff Writer
Published: March 25, 2020
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, Patient Education/Patient Safety/Public Education
Abstract
Brand name and generic devices can activate spontaneously.
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FDA strengthens warning about mental health side effects linked to montelukast

Published: March 05, 2020
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, Asthma, Pharmacology
Abstract
The FDA implemented a boxed warning for Montelukast (Singulair and generics) following continued reports of neuropsychiatric events such as agitation, depression, sleeping problems and suicidal thoughts and actions.
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FDA approves first peanut allergy drug for children

Melissa Jenco, News Content Editor
Published: February 05, 2020
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology
Abstract
Palforzia is expected to lessen the severity of children’s allergic reaction to peanut and is approved for those who are 4-17 years.
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Dietary interventions to prevent atopic disease: Updated recommendations

Scott H. Sicherer, M.D., FAAP; Frank R. Greer, M.D., FAAP
Published: March 18, 2019
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, Nutrition
Abstract
The new clinical report discusses maternal dietary restriction, breastfeeding, hydrolyzed formulas, and timing of introduction of allergenic complementary foods.
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Study 7.6% of children have food allergies

Melissa Jenco, News Content Editor
Published: November 16, 2018
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology
Abstract
Peanut, milk and shellfish were the most common allergens.
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FDA: Make sure EpiPens don’t get stuck in tube

Melissa Jenco, News Content Editor
Published: November 07, 2018
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology
Abstract
Due to a defective label, a small number of EpiPen 0.3 mg and EpiPen Jr 0.15 mg auto-injectors and their authorized generics do not slide out of the tube easily.
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Will early introduction of foods prevent allergies?

Carla Kemp, Senior Editor
Published: September 27, 2018
TOPICS: Allergy/Immunology, Nutrition
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Michael Pistiner, M.D., M.M.Sc., FAAP, will discuss recent research and how pediatricians can put it into practice during a session titled “Beyond Peanuts: Early Introduction of Foods to Prevent Food Allergy” from 4-4:45 p.m. Saturday and from 4-4:45 p.m. Sunday.
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