The prevalence of allergies and other chronic diseases is on the rise, with the number of food allergy cases in the U.S. increasing 50% between 2007 and 2021. These allergies can be life-threatening, and understanding their root cause is more important than ever before. A new study has brought experts closer to doing just that. […]
Stop Using, Start Itching: FDA Flags Risk Tied to Popular Allergy Med Zyrtec
Two common anti-allergy medications can leave you feeling scratchier than ever. The Food and Drug Administration is warning that stopping long-term use of cetirizine and levocetirizine can, in rare cases, cause intense itchiness. The FDA issued its warning earlier this month. Over the past decade, the agency has received hundreds of reports of people experiencing […]
Scientists Uncover Unexpected Link to Childhood Asthma
Antibiotics can be a double-edged sword, especially for very young kids. Recent research has found evidence that frequent antibiotic use can raise children’s risk of childhood asthma and allergies. Scientists at Rutgers University led the research, published this month in the Journal of Infectious Diseases. The study found that children given antibiotics before the age […]