A history of atopic disease is inversely associated with the risk of glioma, according to findings published in the October 17th issue of the Journal of the National Cancer Institute. Reuters Health Information
Early immunologic challenge may play a role in the expression of childhood leukemia, according to Canadian researchers reporting in the March 1st issue of the American Journal of Epidemiology. Reuters Health Information
A study shows that psychotropic drugs are commonly given to patients with symptomatic asthma, suggesting that psychological distress is common in these patients. Medscape Medical News
In a study of UK children born between 2000 and 2002, roughly 89% had been immunized with measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine by 3 years of age, but this is not enough to ensure adequate disease control, a new report indicates. Reuters Health Information
Recent data suggest that the bacteria that causes stomach ulcer may, at the same time, protect children from asthma. Expert Review of Clinical Immunology
Frank Greer, MD, talks about the clinical evidence regarding nutritional options during pregnancy, lactation, and the first year of life. Medscape Pediatrics
