Allergy
Allergic rhinitis: essential information for better patient care
Allergic rhinitis (AR) is common, affecting one in five Australians.1 AR not only affects wellbeing through bothersome nasal symptoms, but also impacts quality of life.2 Professor Richard Harvey, (Rhinologist, ENT …
Optimal allergic rhinitis management: the role of the Pharmacist
Takeaway messages Patients are not considering the impact of Allergic Rhinitis (AR) on daily living and sleep, therefore they are underestimating the severity of AR1-3 Most AR symptoms are moderate …
Allergic rhinitis and the impact on Asthma
Takeaway messages Allergic rhinitis (AR) and asthma are linked inflammatory airway conditions.1, 2 Co-existence of AR and asthma is associated with poorer asthma control and increased risk of asthma-related hospitalisations.2 …
Myth busting allergic rhinitis: the truth about allergies
There are many misconceptions about allergic rhinitis (AR) and Professor Richard Harvey addresses the more common myths. 1 minute snapshot Myth: Allergic rhinitis is just a trivial condition Allergic …
Allergic rhinitis and the impact on daily life
Takeaway messages Allergic rhinitis is associated with diminished quality of life and impaired performance.2,13 Allergic rhinitis is often misdiagnosed and mismanaged,2,6,7 so increased focus on the differential diagnosis and assessing the …
Kids’ allergy: is allergic rhinitis ruining their best days?
Allergic rhinitis (AR), commonly referred to as hayfever, is the most common allergic disorder in Australia and New Zealand. It is often underdiagnosed, undertreated and sub-optimally self-treated.1 Presented by Dr …
Food allergies and anaphylaxis
The rising levels of allergic diseases, especially food-induced anaphylaxis presents opportunities for pharmacists to take a lead role in education and management, says Jala Moushi Key points: The increasing prevalence …
Warning issued over widely used medicinal herb
A herb used in around 100 listed medicines is linked to allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, with reports increasing since 2019, the TGA says Medicines containing the herb Andrographis paniculata (andrographis) may …
Pen at the ready: recognising anaphylaxis and how to react
Anaphylaxis is a potentially fatal, severe allergic reaction. And it is on the rise. Knowing the signs and how to respond are vital, says Leanne Philpott. More than 4 million …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Statins in Primary Prevention in People Over 80 Years Results of three systematic reviews show that the benefit of statins in …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Effect of Marine Omega-3 Fatty Acid and Vitamin D Supplementation on Incident Atrial Fibrillation Supplementation with marine omega-3 fatty acids and/or …
Changing concepts: Allergic Rhinitis
The concept of how we manage allergic rhinitis in the community is shifting, thanks to a growing understanding of patients’ perceptions and behaviour regarding treatment Allergic rhinitis is a common …