Discover how UBC researchers are developing innovative immunotherapies for children with common food allergies like nuts, egg, fish, milk, wheat and more. 🐟🥚🥛🌾. bit.ly/3Wq5XKv #SublingualImmunotherapy #FoodAllergyAwarenessMonth
Did You Know: 600,000 Canadian children are impacted by food allergy. This #FoodAllergyAwarenessMonth, discover how UBC’s Dr. Edmond Chan and his team at BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute are developing innovative immunotherapies to help kids overcome these challenges. New research from the team is even offering a safe treatment path for older and high-risk children, by placing small amounts of allergens under the tongue. “Our work confirms the safety and effectiveness of #SublingualImmunotherapy for older children and adolescents with multiple food allergies at higher risk of severe reaction,” says Dr. Chan. Learn more: bit.ly/3Wq5XKv #FoodAllergyTreatment #SLIT #OIT #OralImmunotherapy