Asthma and allergy
Information, advice and news about asthma, allergy and respiratory diseases.
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Fact sheets and information
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Article
Allergy - food allergy, respiratory allergy and skin allergy
The word allergy is Greek and means altered reaction. Allergy involves changes in the body's response to harmless substances in our environment.
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Public Health Report
Asthma and allergy in Norway
Asthma and allergies are a frequent cause of ailments in children and adolescents in industrialised countries.
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News and research findings
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Research findings
Triclosan in cosmetics and personal care products can increase allergy risk
Triclosan - an antibacterial chemical found in toothpaste and other products - can contribute to an increased risk of allergy development in children.
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Research findings
Caesarean sections associated with risk of asthma
Babies born by Caesarean section have a 50 % increased risk of developing asthma compared to babies born naturally. Emergency Caesarean sections increase the risk even further.
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Rapports
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Report
Prevention of allergy among children
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Report
National Register of Severe Allergic Reactions to Food 2000–2015
Report from National Register of Severe Allergic Reactions to Food 2000–2015.
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Report
National Register of Severe Allergic Reactions to Food 2000-2010
The National Register of Severe Allergic Reactions to Food is a national reporting system and registry in which doctors in general practice and in hospitals can report cases of serious allergic reactions to food.
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