Understanding Allergy

Understanding Allergy
Sophie Farooque
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Paperback
h198 x 129mm - 240pg
24 Mar 2022 UK
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9780241527887
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The expert go-to guide to understanding allergiesAllergies are one of the major causes of illness in developed countries and more and more of us are seeking treatment for them every year. Allergies now affect about one in every three of the UK population and one in two of us think we suffer from them. We are more allergic than ever before, so why is the term ' allergy' still so misunderstood? Understanding Allergy will be the practical go-to guide for equipping allergy sufferers and their families with the knowledge needed to help them navigate this minefield. With expert tips from a London-based allergy consultant, this book will be a whistle-stop tour from diagnosis, to treatment and lifestyle changes that will help you understand when, where and how to seek help.

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' Sophie Farooque has achieved something really special here - a fascinating, insightful guide that is extremely clear, highly engaging yet maintains the highest standards of scientific accuracy. Would highly recommend for anybody with an interest in the area' -- Professor Adam Fox ' In this fascinating book, Dr Sophie Farooque separates fact from fiction about the important topic of allergy. Rare, life threatening conditions, common troublesome allergies and common misdiagnoses of allergy are all clearly explained. For the many people affected, here is a source of sound information and practical advice' -- Professor Roy Taylor, author of Your Simple Guide to Reversing Type 2 Diabetes ' Now more than ever, we need clear communication from unbiased evidence-based resources to help inform our medical decision making. Misconceptions surrounding allergic conditions are rampant and negatively impact quality of life. This wonderful book, written by a true expert in the field of allergy and immunology, is a must read for every medical student, healthcare professional, parent, and patient. Dr. Farooque sets the record straight with her thoughtful explanations and comprehensive guide' -- David Stukus, M. D ' In a world hungry for accurate sources of medical information, Dr Sophie Farooque has written the definitive guide to allergy for the lay person and beyond. Dr Farooque' s conversational style makes for a wonderfully readable book which is factually accurate, detailing all the information one will ever need to know about the amazing world of allergic diseases. The book delivers what the title promises' -- Professor Jon Bennett, NHS Consultant Respiratory Physician and former Chair, British Thoracic Society ' Being a parent of a child with food allergies can be scary and overwhelming. Yet the best way to manage allergies and prevent serious reactions is with knowledge. Understanding Allergy by Dr. Sophie Farooque is the definitive guide for parents, caregivers, and those with allergies. It' s helped my family better understand now to navigate allergies and given confidence to myself and my child. Essential reading for anyone wishing to learn how to navigate life with allergies' -- Niki Jabbour, parent and award-winning author
Dr Sophie Farooque is one of the UK' s leading medical experts in adult allergy. She is an NHS consultant at St Mary' s Hospital in Paddington, and in 2020 was invited to become a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians. She is an elected member of the British Society and Clinical Allergy and an Associate Editor of the journal Frontiers in Allergy. She has worked in the NHS for over 20 years, has been quoted in The Guardian and The Times, and has appeared on This Morning, Sky News and the One Show.
Status: Indent title, imported to order
ISBN-13: 9780241527887
Published: 24 Mar 2022
Published In: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Life
Publisher: Penguin Books
Format: Paperback
Height: 198mm
Width: 129mm
Spine: 30mm
Weight: 350g
Pages: 240

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