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Are you afraid of insects? Though they terrify many people, most insect stings and bites are not life-threatening — unless the victim has an allergy.

Would you know what to do in an anaphylaxis emergency? Find out how to recognize and respond to this sudden, fast-acting illness — and you may one …

Can clean living actually make you sick? What environmental factors cause allergies? Find out how the environment is involved in the development of …

Allergies are known to run in families. What are the genetic factors responsible for allergic disease? Read this article to find out what research …

Can you become allergic to peanuts after eating them for years? How well do doctors understand this common but dangerous allergy? Find out what …

What happens to the body during an allergic reaction? What do parasites have to do with allergies? Discover how the immune system responds to …

Are you or a loved one at risk of sudden death from anaphylactic shock? Read how to recognize this sudden and often lethal reaction of the immune …

Do you suffer from seasonal allergies, hay fever, or asthma? Are you allergic to indoor allergens or insect stings? Immunotherapy for allergies …

The number of food allergies in children has dramatically increased over the years. The following article touches on which foods cause the biggest …

Allergies develop when the body’s immune system reacts inappropriately to substances that are usually considered harmless. Why do some people …

If you often have an upset stomach you might have a food allergy.

The incidence rate of asthma in different countries—and even in different parts of the same country—clearly indicates that the development of the …