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2013 is on Track to Become the Worst Measles Year Since 1996
According to the CDC’s latest Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), 159 measles cases were reported from 16 states from January 1 through August 24, 2013. Among the 159 reported cases: 58 patients (36%) were aged 5–19 years old 17 required hospitalization, including four patients diagnosed with pneumonia …
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Beware of Bullying in Food-Allergic Children
In this month’s Montana Parent magazine, I write about the issues that children with food allergies face. While there are several issues, bullying has become a recognized phenomenon. To read this short article, go to page 51: http://digital.turn-page.com/i/161586 Don’t let bullying happen to your child. This …
I was stung and had a reaction! Do I need to see an allergist?
Late summer is the time for yellow jackets, wasps, hornets and honey bees to be active. Most insect stings will cause a local reaction (pain, redness and swelling at the sting site) lasting a day or so. Sometimes, the reaction is more than that and …
Asthma Treatment: Where does Singulair fit?
There are many triggers of asthma and co-morbidities (associated factors) that can affect the ability to control asthma. These include tobacco exposure, excess weight, aspirin sensitivity, and hereditary factors. Asthma associated with these factors appears to be related to an increase in inflammation triggered by …