The house dust mite (sometimes abbreviated by allergists to HDM), is a cosmopolitan guest in human habitation. Dust mites flourish in the controlled environment provided to them by buildings. In nature they are killed by predators and by exposure to ... read more

The skin prick test is the most preferred means of testing because of its simplicity, economic implications and its accuracy relative to the other tests available. Interpretation of the results of the skin prick test is normally done by allergists ... read more

Allergy skin testing is the recommended method for assessing the presence of specific IgE antibodies in comparison with various in vitro tests such as RAST because it is more sensitive and specific, simpler to use, and less expensive. The typical ... read more

This may sound unbelieveable, but recent studies have shown that Endotoxin, a toxic substance released by a type of bacteria when it dies or damaged, may actually reduce the risk of allergies in toddlers if they are exposed to the ... read more

Message from the Fruits: Why you should eat them. Watch this funny but informative video on why you should be eating your fruits.

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