100% of people would rather not be using adrenaline auto injectors with needles! In fact we all hate the needles, it's just added stress to the whole situation. I just made up that statistic, but help me prove it. I'm asking all those with severe allergies to answer me one question: Would your rather inject adrenaline or use a nasal spray? If you have time, please pop … [Read more...]
25% of severely allergic people leave adrenaline at home
That's a lot of wasted adrenaline - if a quarter of people who are prescribed life saving anaphylaxis medication are not carrying it with them at all times. It's also pretty risky behaviour, but it's easy to think you'll be OK and that nothing will happen to you. Recent survey assessed allergic peoples habits Government guidelines recommend people at risk of anaphylaxis … [Read more...]
Do you need Health Insurance for Allergies & Asthma?
Allergies and asthma are more than just an inconvenience; they're a serious health concern that's on the rise. If you're among the millions who experience these conditions, you know that symptoms can be unpredictable and sometimes even life-threatening. Health insurance isn't a luxury in this context—it's a necessity. From potentially sky-high medical bills to accessing … [Read more...]
Are you a dermatologist? We need you!
This is a very quick plea for a dermatologist to work with a the brilliant natural skin care brand Balmonds. This is a paid project, so please pass this on to any dermatologists you know who you think might be interested. Qualification criteria They are looking for a dermatologist with over five years experience in clinical practise with experience in the field of … [Read more...]
Why I threw out all my old bras
Those of you who follow What Allergy regularly may have seen a previous blog about soft, comfy non-wired bras; I went down a rabbit hole of research and discovered loads of options. Check out "Wireless comfy soft bras for sensitive skin" for the full run down of kinder bras for those sensitive types out there. But first, a rant about boobs and bras! Your boobs are the … [Read more...]