Archive for April, 2007

Eczema Gene Identified in Ireland

Genetic mutations associated with childhood eczema have been identified in Irish children, which may have major implications for the identification of those likely to develop the disease and also the provision of targeted therapeutic intervention, according to a study carried ... read more

Fresh Ideas for Spring Salads

With the arrival of spring, creative cooks look for seasonal vegetables to freshen up their daily menus. The produce aisle is stocked with the spring season’s best offerings. Artichokes, asparagus, snow peas and a variety of spring lettuce all serve ... read more

Reduce Allergens in Your Home by Switching to Wood or Laminate Flooring

If members of your family have constant allergies and/or asthma triggered by allergies, one of the main culprits could very well be the carpet in your home, which can harbor a number of different kinds of allergens. Carpeting not only ... read more

Gravitational Eczema and the Ulcer It Leaves Behind

Eczema can appear in many different forms and one of the least known forms of the condition includes Gravitational Eczema. Also known as Varicose or Stasis Eczema, Gravitational Eczema is fairly common in adults, and it affects the lower legs. ... read more

Allergic Diseases Don’t Affect Fertility

Women with asthma, hay fever or eczema are no less fertile than their peers who don’t suffer from these allergic conditions, UK researchers report. In fact, they may be slightly more likely to have children. It has been noted that ... read more