W. Todd Penberthy

Multiple studies have previously shown that increases in cockroach allergen are linked to a four-fold risk of asthma.

Oral immunotherapy appears to be particularly promising and has strong potential for anaphylaxis protection when administered by protocol.

The EpiPen4Schools program survey found 1140 anaphylactic reactions were reported from 2013 to 2014. No treatment was given in 2% of anaphylaxis.

After a thorough analysis of all controlled studies, no strong clinically significant evidence was observed for any individual or multicomponent intervention.

While advances have been made in understanding EoE, most studies have been descriptive and our understanding of the etiology of EoE remains elusive.

Researchers agree the telemedicine is empowering physicians to more efficiently and conveniently handle patients, and is expected to provide increasingly demonstrable positive therapeutic benefits

African Americans have a 2.5-fold greater chance for developing asthma and a 1.8-fold greater chance for developing eczema, but ironically have a lower chance of receiving a FA diagnosis compared to white children.

Early allergen sensitization is associated with an increased risk of viral infections and the development of childhood asthma.