The Daily Digest: Rise in Food Allergies?

the-bigger-picture · the-daily-digest · 10 Jan 2019 · 15 mins listen

The number of adults who think they have a food allergy is almost double the figure who actually have one, research has revealed. Many people with an allergy also do not have a prescription for potentially life-saving medication, while others might be avoiding foods unnecessarily. We discuss how allergies may not be as common as you think and the real dangers of allergies if you have one.

Produced by:

Juliet Jacobs

Presented by:

Tee Shiao Eek,Tina Carmillia and Juliet Jacobs

Categories:

Health Policy,Diseases and Conditions,Mental Health,Healthy Living,Fitness,Science,Medical Innovation and Technology,Social Issues

Tags:

allergic reactions, allergy, food intolerance, self-diagnosing, Daily Digest, Bigger Picture

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