Psychological Downside To Strike Action Aug 1, 2008
5, 2006) A new study shows how psychological stress induces abnormalities in skin structure and function that could initiate or worsen skin disorders such as psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. The study. (Science Daily)
Hey Fever! The Surprise Benefit Of Allergies Jul 31, 2008
The Surprise Benefit Of Allergies. The Surprise Benefit Of Allergies. (Science Daily)
Respiratory illnesses and dog bites a concern for travelers to China for 2008 Olympics Jul 31, 2008
Other common ailments seen while traveling in China were diarrhea, sprains and strains, and skin conditions such as eczema and insect stings. The report, published in the July issue of the American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, gives vital information to help travelers plan their trips to the 2008 Olympics in Beijing next month. (EurekAlert!)
Cake May Be the Answer to Kids' Egg Allergy Jul 29, 2008
Most of the children also had atopic eczema, a chronic scaly or itchy skin rash ... Over 6 months, just 7 of the children still had itching, eczema, or more severe reactions to the baked egg challenge ... The investigators then gave a whole egg to the 87 children who did not react to baked eggs and only 4 reacted with itching or eczema. (MEDLINEplus)
Gut bug link in childhood asthma: study Jul 19, 2008
All children with H. pylori were 40 per cent less likely to suffer allergic conditions such as rhinitis, rash and eczema. "It's a fascinating study," says Christine Jenkins, a respiratory physician at Sydney's Concord Hospital and head of the Airways Group at the Woolcock Institute of Medical Research. (The Australian)
Allergy To Road Traffic: Exposure To Traffic-related Air Pollution Linked To Onset Of Allergic Diseases In Children Jul 18, 2008
Increased exposure to nitric oxide was linked to increases in eczema. Connections were noted, in particular, between the appearance of asthmatic bronchitis, hay fever, eczema and allergic sensitization, on the one hand, and residential environment, on the other: compared with their contemporaries living in more distant places, children who lived less than 50 m from a very busy main road were between 1 % and 50 % more likely to contract these diseases. (Science Daily)
Formula Predicts Emergency Admissions In Adults Older Than 40 Jul 17, 2008
31, 2006) After having risen year on year in recent decades, the rates of eczema and hay fever seem to have stabilised, and may even be falling, suggests research published ahead of print in Thorax. But. (Science Daily)
Stomach Germ May Protect Against Asthma Jul 17, 2008
These children were also 40 percent less likely to suffer from hay fever and other allergies, such as eczema or rash. Among children aged 3 to 19, the researchers found that those who harbored H. pylori reduced their risk of asthma by 25 percent. (MEDLINEplus)
Rub it in! Sunscreen that protects you and the Earth Jul 15, 2008
The light, waterproof spray is made of titanium Dioxide and is safe for those with skin irritations like dermatitis and eczema. Marisa Belger is a writer and editor with more than 10 years of experience covering health and wellness. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Stomach bug appears to protect kids from asthma, says NYU study Jul 15, 2008
H. pylori carriers in teens and children were also 40 percent less likely to have hay fever and associated allergies such as eczema or rash. These results, which follow on from similar findings in adults published by the same authors last year, are based on an analysis of data gathered from 7,412 participants in the fourth National Health and Nutrition Survey (NHANES IV) conducted from 1999 to 2000 by the National Center for Health Statistics. (EurekAlert!)
Postponing Cow's Milk May Not Prevent Allergy Jul 13, 2008
Tests showed that delaying the introduction of cow's milk products beyond 9 months significantly increased the risk of eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by dry patches of very itchy skin. Delayed introduction of other food products for more than 7 months also markedly increased the risk of eczema as well as the risk of atopic dermatitis and recurrent wheeze ... Excluding infants with early symptoms of eczema and recurrent wheeze "did not essentially change our results," Snijders'... (MEDLINEplus)
Special Infant Formulas Cut Long-Term Allergy Risk Jul 13, 2008
German researchers found that among more than 2,200 newborns at genetic risk of developing allergies, those given hydrolyzed formula were less likely to develop the allergic skin condition eczema by age 6. Compared with their peers who received standard formula, those given a hydrolyzed version were up to 29 percent less likely to develop eczema, depending on the type of hydrolyzed formula ... A lower eczema risk appeared to be largely responsible for the difference. (MEDLINEplus)
Scientists discover eczema-asthma link Jul 7, 2008
Australian scientists say they have discovered a link between childhood eczema and the onset of asthma in adults. A study has found those who had childhood eczema were twice as likely to develop asthma ... Researcher John Burgess, from Melbourne University, says cortisone is an effective treatment for eczema, but more can be done to prevent children with eczema developing asthma in later life. (ABC Online)
Podiatrists Offer Tips to Combat Heat-Related Stress on Feet: Xenna Foot Care Products Can Help Jul 7, 2008
While Oklahoma residents are accustomed to triple-digit temperatures in summer, Dr. Derek Smith of Stillwater says, "Heat can make certain foot problems worse. Unlike armpits, feet are usually wrapped up in containers (shoes), so perspiration is a bigger problem. Skin reabsorbs moisture, making skin soggy and unhealthy. In that environment, there's little protection from microbes and the tendency to develop blisters is much greater. Also, heat increases friction, causing problems such as eczema,... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Aggressive treatment of childhood eczema could help prevent asthma, says new study Jul 7, 2008
More aggressive treatment of childhood eczema may be an important step in preventing asthma, says a new Australian study. The study, published online in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, calls for trials of aggressive therapies against childhood eczema in attempt to reduce the incidence of asthma in later life ... Leader author John Burgess, from the University of Melbourne's Melbourne School of Population Health, says the study is the first to demonstrate an association between... (EurekAlert!)
A little risk-taking when young could be best vaccine againstdanger Jul 5, 2008
Hay fever, eczema and some food allergies are on the rise ... But now, as you may have read, some scientists think the clean freakery of the First World may have contributed to the rise in asthma, eczema and other allergies among children. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
National Health Service: A revolution in caring for our health Jul 5, 2008
" By 1964 he had moved to the ERI, and it's thanks to Prof Forfar that the ERI was one of the first hospitals in the UK to have a special care baby unit for premature babies he, along with nurse Mary Taylor, set it up in 1968. "It took four years to get it going, and there was some opposition from obstetricians, but we got there," he says.Of the future, he says: "There are things which have not disappeared though cerebral palsy, spina bifida, cystic fibrosis, even asthma, eczema and... (Scotsman)
Clean Conscience Natural Cleaners Jul 4, 2008
The absence of artificial fragrances and harsh chemicals makes Clean Conscience kinder to those prone to allergies, eczema and other skin sensitivities. The natural ingredients also make the products much safer to use on surfaces frequently touched by young children and pets. (Suite101.com)
Her skin erupted, and the detective work began Jul 2, 2008
For years, since her 20s, my sister lived with dry, irritated little brown splotches of eczema on her neck, a pesky annoyance ... Chronic eczema is a complex disorder that involves an overwrought immune system and, often, a defective gene that leaves the skin barrier leaky, dry and easily irritated ... On Monday, she saw a dermatologist, who said a bacterial infection Staphylococcus aureus, a lab test revealed had accelerated a full-body eczema outbreak. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Molecule discovery gives hope to allergy sufferers Jul 1, 2008
PUTTING an end to extreme allergic reactions could be as simple as turning off a molecule, Sydney researchers have found, giving new hope to thousands of people suffering debilitating asthma, eczema and rhinitis ... International studies show rates of asthma, eczema and hay fever have increased dramatically in the past 15 years but specialists are unsure what is responsible. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Molecular 'clash' causes allergies - study Jun 30, 2008
International studies show rates of asthma, eczema and hayfever have increased dramatically in the past 15 years, but specialists are unsure what is responsible. "What they're showing here is just in the test tube at this stage and in theory it's exciting," Dr Kemp said. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Hay Fever & Injections On The NHS Jun 30, 2008
Hay fever, asthma, food allergy and eczema are related allergic conditions and the tendency to develop them seems to run in families. Your body produces an antibody called immunoglobulin E (IgE) when you come into contact with an allergen. (Suite101.com)
Chronic Itching: Causes and Cures Jun 27, 2008
And more than 30 million Americans suffer from eczema, which is associated with a strong desire to scratch. Furthermore, about 42 percent of almost 19,000 dialysis patients from 12 countries included in a 2006 study reported moderate to severe itching. (Scientific American)
Eczema In Infancy May Be Linked To Cat Ownership In Those With A Specific Gene Mutation Jun 26, 2008
ScienceDaily (June 25, 2008) A gene mutation and cat exposure at birth may increase a child's risk of developing eczema during their first year according to a new study. Researchers led by Professor Hans Bisgaard (University Hospital Gentofte, Copenhagen, Denmark) studied the association between mutations in the filaggrin gene (FLG) and exposure to environmental factors with the development of eczema ... Eczema runs in families and evidence suggests it is caused by genetic and environmental... (Science Daily)
Potential Role Of Fish-based Fatty Acids In Resolving, Preventing Asthma Jun 26, 2008
(June 29, 2006) New research shows avoiding house dust mite allergens from birth does not prevent the onset of asthma, eczema or atopy in high-risk. . (Science Daily)
Cats Can Trigger Eczema in Some Infants Jun 25, 2008
WEDNESDAY, June 25 (HealthDay News) -- Infants who have a certain genetic mutation are more likely to develop eczema if there is a cat in the home, a new study suggests ... Children with the mutation were twice as likely to develop eczema during their first year of life ... Those with the mutation and a cat in their home from the time of their birth had a further increased risk of having eczema. (Health-Finder)
Cats 'spark eczema in vulnerable' Jun 24, 2008
Cats 'spark eczema in vulnerable ... Being exposed to cat allergens early in life may spark eczema - if you carry a key gene fault, a study has suggested ... Scientists found having the mutant FLG gene increased the risk of eczema in a baby's first year twofold, but adding exposure to a cat quadrupled that risk. (BBC News -- UK)
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Cats 'spark eczema in vulnerable. Chicago locals beware the birds. (Yahoo News -- Wireless Technology)
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New guidance given on autism care Jun 24, 2008
Page last updated at 12:44 GMT, Wednesday, 2 April 2008 13:44 UK. The public health minister has announced new guidelines on autism. (Yahoo News -- Autism)
US sex-abstinence drive 'flawed' Jun 24, 2008
Page last updated at 02:13 GMT, Friday, 1 December 2006. US sex-abstinence drive 'flawed. (Yahoo News -- Birth Control)
Police evict Tamils from Colombo Jun 24, 2008
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Pre-birth apples 'benefit babies' Jun 24, 2008
The researchers also found a link between eating more fish in pregnancy, and a lower chance of their child developing the allergic skin condition eczema. Women who ate one or more portions of any type of fish during pregnancy weekly had almost half the chance of having a child diagnosed with eczema within the first five years ... There are no firm clues as to why apples and fish might be able to produce this benefit - no other foodstuffs were linked to decreases in asthma or eczema. (Yahoo News -- Fertility & Pregnancy)
Should I vaccinate my baby? Jun 22, 2008
"We have autoimmune disorders on both sides of the family, and Hannah had multiple febrile infections with ear infections and horrible trouble with eczema," he said. "All of those are red flags that a child is at risk.". (CNN -- Health)
Summer Fairs Perilous for Kids with Food Allergies Jun 19, 2008
However, she added, first-time reactions usually don't occur out of the blue, since children typically have had other allergic symptoms such as eczema. The child may also have other food allergies, or there may be other people in the family with food allergies. (MEDLINEplus)
Don't be so sniffyabout Dr Snake Jun 18, 2008
especially successful at treating skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. Kirkpinar is a small village near the larger town of Bayburt and some of its female inhabitants make a significant part of their yearly income by hunting and gathering baby snakes as they hatch in mid-May from underground eggs. (Asia Times Online)
Vinyl Shower Curtains Contain Potentially Toxic Chemicals Jun 18, 2008
Her most recent work records the presence and the emergence of allergies and eczema. . (InjuryBoard.com)
More People Worry About Fatal Allergies Jun 18, 2008
Also, people with asthma and eczema tend to be more susceptible. People whose parents have allergies tend to be more likely to develop them, too. (Click2Houston, TX)
Living near traffic boosts allergy risk Jun 16, 2008
BOTTOM LINE: Children who live close to a major road and are therefore exposed to traffic-related air pollution have an increased risk of allergies, eczema, and asthma, said Heinrich. CAUTIONS: Other factors, like socioeconomic status, also contribute to the development of allergies, and though the study accounted for these, we cannot conclusively say that traffic pollution alone is the cause for higher allergy risk. (Boston Globe)
Living Close To Road May Worsen Allergies Jun 16, 2008
Asthma, Eczema More Common The Closer To Traffic ... But they found that the closer a child lived to a major road, the more likely they were to have asthmatic bronchitis, hay fever or eczema. (WNBC.com, NY)
Traffic pollution linked to childhood allergies, study says Jun 15, 2008
The risk of developing asthma, hay fever, eczema or other allergies is about 50 percent higher for children living 50 metres (yards) from a busy road than for those living 1,000 meters away, they said in a study released on Friday. Previous research has linked pollution to allergies, but to date observational studies in the field have been inconsistent, said Joachim Heinrich, an epidemiologist at the Helmholtz Research Centre for Environment and Health in Munich. (Reuters)
Traffic fumes can increase children's risk of allergies by 50 per cent Jun 14, 2008
Traffic pollution drastically increases their risk of developing diseases like asthma and eczema. Kids who live less than 50 metres away from a busy street are the most at risk, according to the research by German scientists. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Road Pollution Blamed For Higher Allergy Risk In Kids Jun 14, 2008
Parents were given questionnaires about their child's respiratory diagnoses and symptoms, and their children were assessed for asthma, wheezing, sneezing and eczema ... After controlling for such individual characteristics as parental allergies, pet ownership, and number of siblings, researchers found significant positive associations between distance to the nearest road and asthmatic bronchitis, hay fever, eczema and allergic sensitizations. (Science Daily)
Your Health: Anti-bacterial agents linked to human and enviromental health risks Jun 13, 2008
Recent research supports this notion: The results of several studies suggest that children living in ultra-clean homes are more likely to develop asthma, allergies and eczema. Kids who grow up on farms have been found to have fewer allergies than those raised in urban and metropolitan areas. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Manhattan Pharmaceuticals Announces Amendment of Joint Venture Deal With Nordic Biotech Jun 13, 2008
With a pipeline consisting of four clinical stage product candidates, the company is currently developing Hedrin(tm), a novel, non-insecticide treatment for pediculosis (head lice); Topical PTH (1-34) for the treatment of psoriasis; Altoderm(tm) (topical cromolyn sodium) for the treatment of pruritus associated with dermatologic conditions including atopic dermatitis; and Altolyn(tm) (oral tablet cromolyn sodium) for the treatment of mastocytosis. (). (Primezone Releases)
* Ministry warns of unsafe accessories in bedrooms Jun 7, 2008
Explaining the potential harm of the substances, Wang cited a recent case in Japan where toddlers developed eczema from T-shirts containing the fluorescent substances, which he described as varieties of synthetic pigment. Wang said another seven samples were found to have inaccurate information on the fiber mixture ratio. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
New Fat-based Anti-wrinkle Lotion Slows Down Aging of Skin, Study Shows Jun 7, 2008
Dermatologists developed a new kind of T-shirt fabric, called Derma Smart, that relieves the itch from dry skin diseases like eczema. The fabric is. (Science Daily)
'Boy In The Bubble' Rhys Gets To Go Home At Last Jun 4, 2008
Although eczema is a common complaint, not every sufferer has to be as careful as Laura Weaver. The 13-year-old's condition is not only painful but led to her being bullied. (Sky News)
Allergy anxiety Jun 4, 2008
"I have families come in for skin testing without family history of allergy, asthma or eczema," he says ... In fact, says Dr. Mazer, while the risk that children without a family history of allergies, asthma or eczema will develop an allergy has risen, it is still only 1 to 3 per cent. (Family history is defined as having an affected sibling or parent. (Globe and Mail)
Facing Up: Testing at-home microdermabrasion kits and professional visits Jun 4, 2008
The kits can also exacerbate certain skin conditions, such as acne, rosacea or eczema, and they are not recommended for anyone with an active bacterial or viral infection in the treatment area, such as warts or fever blisters. Microdermabrasion can worsen or spread the infection. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Harsh soaps blamed for allergies Jun 3, 2008
Excessive washing with harsh soaps and abrasive skin care products is being blamed for a rise in allergic diseases such as eczema ... Rates of eczema and other allergic diseases are rising across the developed world ... His research has shown that this protective layer is weakened in people with a rare genetic skin disease who develop eczema or other allergies. (Yahoo News -- Allergies and Asthma)
Healthful Hints: If eczema treatment isn’t working, ask about Staph aureus Jun 3, 2008
Healthful Hints: If eczema treatment isn t working, ask about Staph aureus : Winona Daily News ... Healthful Hints: If eczema treatment isn t working, ask about Staph aureus By Dr. Frank Bures ... Staphlococcus aureus bacteria are finally being recognized as a crucial factor in the skin disease called atopic dermatitis, or eczema. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Eczema in Infancy Boosts Boys' Risk of Asthma Jun 3, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Boys who have eczema in their first two years of life are more likely to develop asthma later on, but there is no association between early eczema and asthma in girls, Australian researchers report. "Further interventions that attempt to reduce the progression from eczema to sensitization and asthma are warranted, particularly in boys," Adrian J. Lowe of the University of Melbourne and colleagues write in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology ... If eczema... (MEDLINEplus)
Skin Defects Set Off Alarm With Widespread And Potentially Harmful Effects Jun 2, 2008
In people, TSLP has been shown previously to be involved in atopic dermatitis and in asthma. The mice's skin problems closely resembled atopic dermatitis, a chronic skin irritation experienced by up to a fifth of children in industrialized countries ... Kopan notes that TSLP could be part of the reason that children that have atopic dermatitis also go on to have a high incidence of asthma. (Science Daily)
When to skip that massage May 31, 2008
Massage can aggravate some skin conditions such eczema or poison ivy ... "Whether it's eczema, poison ivy or some other skin allergy, massaging that area might irritate it further.". (CNN -- Health)
Has Decreased Infection Load Of Infants Led To Increased Allergic And Autoimmune Diseases? May 30, 2008
6, 2004) Children whose homes contain high levels of endotoxin, a bacterial compound that collects in house dust, may be less likely to develop eczema during their first year of life, according to a new ... 6, 2007) A new study identifies a connection between allergic diseases such as atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, and autoimmune. (Science Daily)
Pre-birth apples 'benefit babies' May 30, 2008
The researchers also found a link between eating more fish in pregnancy, and a lower chance of their child developing the allergic skin condition eczema. Women who ate one or more portions of any type of fish during pregnancy weekly had almost half the chance of having a child diagnosed with eczema within the first five years ... There are no firm clues as to why apples and fish might be able to produce this benefit - no other foodstuffs were linked to decreases in asthma or eczema. (Yahoo News -- Fertility & Pregnancy)
Preventive Treatment Curbs Eczema Flare-Ups May 30, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Among adults with eczema, otherwise known as atopic dermatitis, "proactive" long-term treatment with tacrolimus ointment applied twice-weekly safely reduces exacerbations of the condition, European investigators have shown. Conventional "reactive" treatment of atopic dermatitis involves applying anti-inflammatory medication to skin lesions only while they are visible. (MEDLINEplus)
Fixing the cure: Racine youth has new eyes after his were made dim by asthma steroids May 29, 2008
He also has eczema, a swelling of the skin, which he s had since he was about 8 and which often accompanies asthma. He had no relief using regular ointments, so his doctors at Children s Hospital prescribed a topical steroid cream, said Tanisha Nesby, Jerry s mom. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Treating Infantile Eczema May 28, 2008
Nearly 20% of infants develop Eczema, Dermatitis, and it can be extremely irritating for the infants to have ... No mother wants to worry about skin rashes, inflamed skin and irritation on their baby s body that is caused by Infantile Eczema, Dermatitis ... If an infant has Eczema, small patches of red bumps can appear severely on the cheeks and forehead. (Suite101.com)
Irritant and hazard: union targets products with high formaldehydelevels May 28, 2008
At low levels it irritates the eyes, nose and throat, and can cause eczema. At high levels it can cause cancer of the nasal passages and sinus. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Metagenomics Of Skin Reveals Insights Into The Human Microbiome May 26, 2008
The Human Microbiome Project aims to characterize the microbial communities of several regions of the body, including skin, where determining the core microbiome is essential to understanding and developing new treatments for skin conditions and diseases such as acne and atopic dermatitis (eczema) ... "We focused this study on the inner elbow to inform future clinical studies of the extremely common inflammatory skin disorder atopic dermatitis, which affects this area of the skin and is... (Science Daily)
Push to ban plastic toy chemicals linked to health issues in baby boys May 25, 2008
"This is troubling", said lead author Dr Sheela Sathyanarayana, "because phthalate exposure in early childhood has been associated with altered hormone concentrations as well as increased allergies, runny nose and eczema.". send photos, videos ffs to 0406 THE AGE (0406 843 243), or us. (The Age)
Biological washing powders do NOT cause skin allergies, says expert May 23, 2008
Biological washing powders do not aggravate eczema, doctors said last night ... They urged doctors to look beyond laundry detergents when seeking triggers for eczema, rashes and itches because there is "convincing" evidence that biological washing powders do not exacerbate skin complaints ... " Dr Colin Holden, president of the British Association of Dermatologists, said: "This study highlights that flare-ups of eczema should not just be written off as caused by washing powder. (Daily Mail)
Biological detergents 'don't cause skin allergies' May 23, 2008
London (PTI): The widely held view that biological washing powders can trigger skin reactions seems to be a myth, for a study has revealed that the enzyme-enhanced detergents neither irritate the skin nor aggravate eczema ... Added Dr Colin Holden, the President of the British Association of Dermatologists: "This study highlights that flare-ups of eczema should not just be written off as caused by washing powder. "This serves as a reminder to medical professionals that an expert dermatologist... (Hindu)
