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The Alpha-gal allergy is an emerging clinical syndrome that was first noted in the 2000s. Common symptoms include hives, GI distress and possibly anaphylaxis hours after ingestion of pork, beef or other meat-based foods. While data is still emerging on the alpha-gal allergy, here is the current knowledge on this syndrome. Transmission: The Lone Star […]
There are 3 COVID vaccines that are FDA approved in the United States. Pfizer/BioNTech Moderna Johnson and Johnson A fourth vaccine – Novavax – is under review for emergency authorization from the FDA. An independent committee to the FDA voted in favor of the vaccine in July. The Novavax uses a different type of technology […]
FUNCTIONAL HEARTBURN by Allison Lindstrom, NP Functional heartburn consists of burning behind the sternum similar to that experienced in gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), but without evidence of abnormal pH (proving acidity reaches the esophagus throughout the day) testing, major esophageal motor disorders discovered during pressure testing(achalasia), or esophageal mucosal abnormality during endoscopy. The latter […]
How To Prevent Holiday GI Upset by Allison Lindstrom, NP It’s the most wonderful time of the year, so why do I feel like my GI system is less than wonderful around the holidays? If you have this same sentiment, you are not alone! For most people, we look forward to the classics that […]
