This week I found out about a pretty amazing man and I can't believe I haven't heard of Dr Bill Frankland before. He was on the One Show on Tuesday 28th February and at 99 years old he is still practicing as a doctor at St Mary's hospital in London, what an inspiration! Not just because he's nearing his 100th birthday and still working, but Dr Frankland has pioneered allergy … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2012
‘Origins long wearing concealer’ for covering up skin rashes
Makeup can contain many harsh chemicals, colourings, fillers, perfumes and other noxious substances that those with sensitive skin may react to, but let's face it, there are times when makeup is needed, and when red blotchy skin could do with a bit of camouflage. What do you do when the day before that wedding, a friends party or a meal out and you have a skin flare-up. A … [Read more...]
Allergic to perfume, fragrances and chemicals
If you have a chemical sensitivity or are allergic to perfumes it can be very hard to cope in the world. There are smells and fragrances blasted at us from colleagues in the workplace, air fresheners in bathrooms and houses, shops and gyms pumping out scents. It's endless. The rise in perfumes and scents We've all experienced a whiff of such a heady scent that it stays … [Read more...]
National Allergy Strategy Group parliamentary reception – inspirational, emotional and packed!
I'm just back from a brilliant parliamentary reception organised by the National Allergy Strategy Group (NASG), aimed at raising awareness of allergies amongst MPs and the government as a whole. Jo Swinson, in a very nice blue jacket Jo Swinson MP for East Dunbartonshire chaired the event and was incredibly supportive of the concerns of everyone in the room. She totally … [Read more...]
The scores are on the doors – freefrom food awards shortlist announced!
It's the 21st February and it's a special day. Yes it's Pancake Day so whip out those pinnys and get flipping. Something else very important also happened today - waiting with baited breath the allergy community has been on tenter hooks for the Freefrom Food Awards 2012 shortlisted foods to be announced. So while you mix up your batter tonight, here is some food for thought, … [Read more...]