Peanut allergies are very similar to other allergies, which are abnormal responses by the body’s immune system to otherwise harmless substances.| www.leapstudy.co.uk
Eczema is an ongoing skin problem that causes dry, red, itchy skin. Children with eczema have more sensitive skin than other people. Learn more about managing eczema from the American Academy of Pediatrics.| HealthyChildren.org
Being prepared and knowing the signs of an allergic reaction called anaphylaxis can save a child's life. At any age, anaphylaxis can be deadly without immediate medical help. Read on.| HealthyChildren.org
In an effort to appropriately treat anaphylaxis—a potentially life-threating, severe allergic reaction—the American Academy of Pediatrics developed a clinical report to explain to pediatricians and other health care providers how to create and use the new AAP Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan. Learn more here. | HealthyChildren.org
Here are some precautions you can take to keep your child from choking.| HealthyChildren.org
Many parents have questions and concerns about when peanut butter can be safely introduced, because it is the leading cause of fatal and near-fatal food allergic reactions in the United States. Learn more here.| HealthyChildren.org
