49. Penicillin Allergy 2: Delabel Harder

Lab containment levels 1-4Safety cabinets 1-3ACDP approved list of biological agents 2-4Counterterrorism act schedule 5 pathogensCat A and Cat B transport SAPO?!Confused? We're not surprised, but things will all become clear.... Once you listen to this masterclass from Dr Claire ...  Show more

What could be more Rare Imported or Pathogenic than the Viral Haemorrhagic fevers?!Callum is joined again by Drs Claire Gordon and Amy Bellfield to talk all things VHF and HCID from the clinical lab perspective.We're sure you'll all be Very Happy Fans by the end of this one... Re ...  Show more

We investigate the claim that an alternative antibiotic to cephalosporins (e.g., cefazolin) should be selected for penicillin-allergic patients in the perioperative setting. 

Claim 1. Alternative antibiotics may be as efficacious in preventing surgical site infections</ ...

Nut allergies are one of the most common types of food allergy seen in children and adults. Caused when the body’s immune system overreacts to proteins found in nuts or peanuts, it can lead to a range of symptoms from mild reactions to severe anaphylaxis that is life-threatening. ...  Show more

Pollen counts are rising and more of us are experiencing hay fever symptoms than ever before. From airborne allergens to the food on our plates or the chemicals and plants that touch our skin, around 40% of the global population has some form of allergic disease. By 2030, today’s ...  Show more

Have you ever hard of oral allergy syndrome? No? Well, you're not alone. My guest today will share some surprising facts about oral allergy syndrome, as well as cross-reactivity within allergies.

My guest today, Rakhi Roy Chowdhury, holds a Master’s in Dietetics &a ...