Each week, OMRF Chief Medical Officer Dr. Judith James opens “Adam’s Journal” to answer a medical question from Adam Cohen, OMRF’s senior vice president & general counsel. Adam’s Journal My wife had what she describes as a “bad” reaction to a bee sting as a second grader. To her knowledge, Mary has never again been […]
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OMRF researchers target allergies
Scientists are searching for the next generation of allergy remedies
How do allergies work?
Pollen and mold are catalysts for an overactive immune system
Allergies and immune systems to blame for many sniffles and sneezes
An overreaction to a harmless substance is the cause of allergy woes
OMRF collaborates with Cornell University on allergy research
A friendly rivalry led to an allergy finding for OMRF.
Peanuts and Shellfish and Eggs, Oh My!
Dear Dr. Prescott, How close are we to solving food allergies? Russell Edwards, Norman Unfortunately, not as close as we’d like. For many years, health experts didn’t focus on the cause of food allergies. Instead, they devoted their efforts to helping those with allergies—and those at risk to develop them—avoid offending foods. These efforts translated […]
