Allergy & Immunology

Two new studies have identified cysteinyl leukotrienes as key drivers of food-allergy-induced anaphylaxis in mice.

Language barriers lead to worse outcomes in patients with asthma, with poorer lung function, a higher risk of uncontrolled asthma, and more emergency department visits, highlighting the need for culturally and linguistically appropriate care.

Excerpt: New research reveals that pore-forming proteins in common allergens perforate airway cells, triggering immune responses that lead to respiratory allergies. This discovery uncovers a shared mechanism behind diverse allergens and offers potential new targets for allergy treatment.

Find out more about peanut oral immunotherapy as a promising treatment for young children in Australia with peanut allergy.

These findings support the effectiveness of herbal-based emollients plus in managing atopic dermatitis, extending beyond simple hydration to actively aiding in barrier repair and symptom relief.

The BTCRC LUN 16-081 trial is the first to evaluate a shorter, six-month course of consolidation immunotherapy using nivolumab alone or in combination with ipilimumab.

The study found that patients receiving the AR-PRISE intervention experienced significant improvements in symptom control, particularly over the longer term.

The study also highlighted the diagnostic challenges posed by unreliable histories and overlapping symptoms from infection-related exanthems.