World Allergy Week With Prof Peter – April 2018
World Allergy Week - April 2018 Cape Talk chats to Prof J Peter about clinical immunology. Prof Peter - World Allergy Week - Groot FM - 24 April 2018 Prof Peter - Channel Africa - 24 April 2018
Allergies, anxieties and fears
Allergies, anxieties and fears My phone rings and it’s my son’s school on the caller ID. My immediate thought is that he has been given something containing nuts. Unfortunately my intuition is correct and we spend the rest of the day in the doctors’ rooms. Whilst...
Eczema Observation Study
Eczema Observation Study
Tomato & Olive Gluten-Free Loaf
Tomato & Olive Gluten-Free Loaf Ingredients: 450 g Orgran gluten free All Purpose Plain Flour, plus extra to dust 10 g instant yeast 1 tsp sugar 1 tsp table salt 250 ml lukewarm water 1 tsp lemon juice 1 tbsp olive oil 10 cherry tomatoes, sliced 10 black olives,...
HAE – a South African Perspective – from a patient point of view
Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a disease that is passed on genetically and triggers recurrent swelling (angioedema) of the skin, mucous membranes and internal organs that can be very severe. The swelling can occur in the face, the throat, on the arms and legs and in...
Global HAE conference in Vienna May 2018
Global HAE conference in Vienna We have just attended the world HAEi conference in Vienna which is run by the most amazing and dedicated people. The president, the executive and research cohort are all HAE patients and a vast number of them are doctors and...
Living with Anaphylaxis
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A Guide To Using An Epipen
A Guide to using an Epipen Watch Youtube
Can Eczema be Cured?
Can Eczema be Cured? Eczema- ‘the itch that rashes’- is a common, but particularly frustrating, condition for those it affects. Characterized by an itch that intensifies at night, people with eczema may experience significant impact on sleep and quality of life. ...
Chicken Curry
Chicken Curry A recipe from recipe book Mila’s Meals - The Beginning & the Basics (Free from Gluten, Sugar & Dairy) by Catherine BarnhoornRecipe is egg-free; gluten-free; dairy free - for adults too. Makes 4 adult portions“I really did not think an 11-month...
Is your child suffering from Asthma?
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The Easy Squeezy for Asthma Sufferers
The Easy Squeezy for Asthma Sufferers This new device is called the “Easy Squeezy” it is an attachment sleeve that fits over a standard inhaler which reduces the force required to activate it by about two-thirds, making it manageable for most children and elderly. ...
5 Fast Asthma Facts
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We need to detect primary immunodeficiency diseases early
We need to detect primary immunodeficiency diseases early Patients who suffer from bothersome infections may suffer from an underlying primary immunodeficiency disease (PID). There are more than 350 known PID’s. PID’s leave patients at risk to infections that occur...
SAfm Health Matters with Prof Levin
SAfm Health Matters 10 Oct 2017
Tofu Scramble – The classic hearty breakfast or brunch recipe
Tofu Scramble, the classic hearty breakfast or brunch recipe Free from egg, dairy, nuts and gluten. A well-made tofu scramble is a classic hearty vegan breakfast. So what makes a good tofu scramble? A lovely spice mixture. Hearty veggies that add texture and flavour....
World Allergy Week: 22–28 April 2018. An Itch that rashes
Allergy Week: A focus on Atopic Dermatitis – an itch that rashes During World Allergy Week from 22 to 28 April this year the Allergy Foundation of South Africa (AFSA) will focus on raising the awareness, optimal care and how to best manage atopic dermatitis - also...
HAE SA Update – April 2018
HAE SA Update It is a while since we last communicated but just to update everyone, we had a very successful inaugural meeting in Cape Town in October, attended by Tony Castaldo (CEO)from the USA and Henrik Balle-Boosyen from Europe ,both from HAEi. In addition...
Is chronic eczema caused by food allergies?
Is chronic eczema caused by food allergies? Eczema is a chronic itchy skin condition of multi-factorial origin. The underlying cause is a disrupted skin barrier usually due to genetic causes. Many factors can aggravate eczema such as heat, sweating, illness,...
Eczema ABC
Eczema ABC A – Avoid soaps This includes all soaps, shower gels, bubble bath, shampoo (particularly shampooing hair in the bath), washing up liquid and anything else that makes bubbles. Instead of soap, you should use a soap substitute. You can use any moisturiser as...