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An Allergy Checklist for Holiday Gatherings
Guests with asthma, respiratory disease will enjoy the party if hosts plan wisely

Early Life Peanut Consumption Might Prevent Allergy
But experts say study results aren't sufficient to counter current warnings

First Family Will Have Tough Time Finding Hypoallergenic Dog
Experts point out such a breed doesn't exist since allergens are also in canine skin

Lymph Node Shots Tested for Grass Pollen Allergy
Eight-week regimen better than 3 to 5 years of standard shots under skin, study finds

New Compound Might Be Improvement Over Allergy Shots
Study found it effective, less cumbersome than traditional treatment

Barriers to Good Asthma Care Detailed
Allergists say poor access, distrust of docs behind inequalities in treatment

Childhood Food Allergies on the Rise
But researchers are working on new therapies to combat the problem

U.S. Experts Still Unsure of Allergy Relief by Mouth
Medicines in droplet or pill form aren't yet ready to replace injections, physicians say

Dermatitis Can Have Many Causes
Food, cosmetics or a workplace chemical are often to blame, experts say

Powdered Milk Helps Kids Overcome Milk Allergy
Consuming higher and higher doses built up tolerance, study shows