Prevention

Tick allergy

Updated September 2024 On this page Health problems caused by ticks Signs and symptoms How to remove a tick Prevention & avoiding ticks Diagnosis of tick allergy Related information What are ticks? Ticks are...

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Insect allergy management

If you are diagnosed with insect allergy, here are some tips to reduce risk of insect stings and bites including bees, wasps and ants.

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Babies and food allergies

On this page Prevention of food allergy Nip allergies in the bub Allergic reactions in babies How to give babies common allergy causing foods Introducing family foods to your baby can be a challenge, especially if you are…

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Development of food allergy through food-based skincare products

There is growing evidence that skincare products that include food as an ingredient and are used on very dry or damaged skin (broken skin), can lead to development of an allergy to that food, especially if that food is not eaten…

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Anaphylaxis

Updated September 2024 On this page Signs of anaphylaxis Who is at risk Allergens Diagnosis Management Emergency treatment Adrenaline injectors Avoidance and reducing risk Webinars Stories If you or the...

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Food allergy

Updated September 2024 On this page What is food allergy Triggers Food Allergens Signs & Symptoms Treatment Allergy or Intolerance Diagnosis and testing Emergency treatment Living with food...

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Caesarean delivery not linked to food allergy risk

Read more about caesarean delivery and food allergy.

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Study shows ASCIA guidelines for infant feeding and allergy prevention may help reduce food anaphylaxis

Rate of increase in serious allergic reactions to food among children has flattened.

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Peanut allergy in Australian infants

Introducing common allergens within first 12 months of a baby’s life might decrease prevalence of peanut allergy.

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My mission to prevent food allergy in my third child

When we decided to try for a third child I was willing to do anything to avoid the onset of allergies for the baby.  Life had become very complicated after my second-born was diagnosed with serious allergies at an early age (at…

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