What I Wish I Knew About Allergies When I Started Practicing Medicine
In this episode, we sit down with ImmunoCAST host Gary Falcetano, PA, to discuss the insights he wishes he had when he first began treating and managing allergy patients, along with the knowledge he h...
17 Dec 202535min
Unmasking Winter Allergies and Indoor Triggers: Differential Diagnosis and Targeted Management for Healthcare Providers
Over 99% of homes contain at least one allergen, with 75% harboring three to six, yet winter allergies often masquerade as stubborn “colds” or recurrent respiratory infections. This episode confronts ...
5 Dec 202526min
What Should Primary Care Providers Know About Online Allergy Misinformation? (ft. Dr. Zachary Rubin)
In this episode, we tackle the challenge of separating allergy fact from fiction in an age of rampant online misinformation. Dr. Zachary Rubin, a double board-certified pediatrician and allergist, sha...
17 Nov 202536min
Unraveling Complex Allergy Case Studies With the Power of Allergen Components
Did you know that a dog allergy could be linked to unexplained infertility? This episode delves into fascinating allergy case studies and how component-resolved diagnostics can help uncover hidden con...
3 Nov 202530min
How Can Clinicians Address Mental Health in Food Allergy Patients? (ft. Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC)
Imagine a child diagnosed with a life-threatening food allergy – how does this impact their mental health and family dynamics? In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked psychological aspects of...
13 Okt 202523min
From Anxiety to Inclusion: Reimagining Halloween for Food Allergy Patients
Did you know that peanut-triggered anaphylaxis jumps by 85% during Halloween? This startling statistic underscores the critical need for healthcare providers to address food allergy management proacti...
7 Okt 202523min
What's the Link Between Pollen and Nut Allergies? Diagnostic Insights for Clinicians
Did you know that up to 70% of adults with seasonal allergies may experience symptoms of pollen food allergy syndrome (PFAS)? This often-overlooked condition can mimic true nut allergies, leading to u...
22 Sep 202526min
Navigating the Expanding Landscape of Alpha-Gal Syndrome in Primary Care
A tick bite in Maine leads to an unexpected diagnosis, challenging our understanding of alpha-Gal syndrome's geographic boundaries. This episode unravels the expanding reach of this unique allergic co...
8 Sep 202523min
