Hives research study enrolling now. Update – this study had ended
Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU) is the medical term for chronic hi…
Cutting-Edge Gene-Editing Trial for HAE Underway in South Africa
South Africa is making history as local patients take part in a pioneering global clinical trial using CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing technology to treat hereditary angioedema (HAE)—a rare and potentially fatal genetic condition. Led by Professor Jonny Peter at UCT’s Lung...
Are Heavy Metals Contributing to the Rise in Childhood Allergies?
Allergies among children such as asthma, eczema, food sensitivities, and hay fever are on the rise, impacting up to 40% of kids in some areas. Mounting evidence points to environmental factors, including heavy metals like lead, mercury, cadmium, and aluminum, as...
The Link Between Vitamin D and Allergies: What Patients Should Know
Vitamin D is often known as the “sunshine vitamin” for its role in supporting bone health and helping our bodies absorb calcium. But over the last decade, researchers have uncovered another important role for vitamin D—its impact on the immune system. In particular,...
A Fresh Start: Exciting Allergy Advancements in 2025
As February unfolds, we step into a new year filled with fresh possibilities and groundbreaking discoveries in allergy research and management. Scientists and medical experts worldwide are uncovering new insights into the genetic factors behind allergies, innovative...
Nobel Prize-Winning Research Brings Promise to PI Community
Groundbreaking research on microRNAs (miRNAs) offers new hope for understanding and treating primary immunodeficiencies (PID’s). The 2024 Nobel Prize-winning discovery of miRNAs' role in gene regulation, conducted by Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun, was first published...
Participation needed for Usability of Easy Squeezy
ATTENTION ASTHMA PARENTS!! If your child is between the age of 5 to 12 years and suffering from asthma, then Impulse Biomedical would appreciate your participation to test the Usability of Easy Squeezy. ABOUT EASY SQUEEZY: Easy Squeezy is an assistive device that...
Understanding Immune Deficiencies
Immune deficiencies are conditions where the immune system doesn't work properly, making it harder for the body to fight infections and other diseases. Doctors and specialists around the world classify and manage these conditions based on specific gene defects and...
A Breakthrough in Managing Severe Food Allergies
Xolair's Remarkable Impact: A recent study showcased the potential of Xolair, a drug long used for allergic asthma and hives, in significantly reducing the risk of life-threatening reactions in children with severe food allergies. Insights from the Study: The...
Clinical Trials
Join the Fight Against Chronic Urticaria: Participate in Our Clinical Trial! Do you suffer from a rash that is caused by exposure to cold weather, ice cubes or cold water? Chronic urticaria induced by environmental stimuli like the cold is a rare condition that can be...