Allergies & Asthma
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Low allergy plants needed in town centres
Town planners are being asked to consider allergy sufferers when choosing plants for "green spaces". Read more
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Breast-feeding boosts lung power
Babies who are breast-fed for at least four months develop healthier lungs, British researchers reported yesterday. Read more
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Could allergies protect against cancer?
People who suffer from allergies may enjoy some protection against developing cancer, according to a new analysis. Read more
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Severe rice allergy on the increase
New research suggests that rice may trigger a serious allergic condition in some children. Read more
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Serious rise in children with food allergies
Millions of children around the world are likely to be suffering from food allergies, according to newly-released figures. Read more
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Researchers back breastfeeding to avoid asthma
New findings reinforce the benefits of breast-feeding in helping to prevent allergic diseases in children. Read more
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Early introduction of fish cuts eczema rate in infants
Infants who eat fish in the first nine months of life seem to be protected against developing the allergic skin disease, eczema, researchers have reported. Read more
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Hay fever linked to facial pain
Researchers have found that children who suffer from hay fever are also more likely to experience headaches, facial pain and ear aches. Read more
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Hay fever link to adult asthma
Children who suffer from hay fever faced an increased risk of developing asthma as adults, researchers warned today. Read more
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Possible link between folic acid and childhood asthma
Pregnant women may be influencing their children’s risk of developing asthma and allergy by taking folic acid supplements, researchers warned today. Read more