ImmunoCAST

Many of the 33 million Americans affected by food allergies, start their allergy care journey with a visit to their primary care or family medicine clinician. Tune in as Dr. Ruchi Gupta, a board-certified pediatrician and founding director of the Center for Food Allergy and Asthma Research (CFAAR), shares key insights on the current state of food allergies in America as well as impactful diagnosti...

In this episode of ImmunoCAST, we share an example of impactful patient education from our friends at Allergy Insider (@allergyinsider). They hosted Dr. Zachary Rubin (@rubin_allergy), a double board-certified pediatrician and allergist and internet sensation, and ImmunoCAST’s own Gary Falcetano, PA, on their recent Instagram Live segment “Ask the Insider” to discuss the allergy symptom threshold....

This spring, patients may be reporting that some foods cause their mouth to itch. Is this a food allergy? Or is this pollen food allergy syndrome (PFAS)? In this episode of ImmunoCAST tackles the clinical challenge of distinguishing this condition from more severe food allergies. We explore the mechanisms behind PFAS, its relationship to seasonal allergies, and the importance of comprehensive alle...

In partnership with Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE), Gary Falcetano discusses the unique challenges of diagnosing and managing Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), a red meat allergy triggered by tick bites with Dr. Scott Commins, a leading expert in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) and distinguished professor at the university of North Carolina. They explore the distinct nature of Alpha-gal as a carboh...

Coming out of the winter months and flu season, we dive into the best ways to help prepare patients with asthma for the spring allergy season. From insights into the impact of allergies and viral illnesses on patients with asthma to ways to help reduce exposure to potential allergic triggers, tune in and gain important information on how you can help optimize patient outcomes going into spring. Ep...

Dr. David Golden is a member of the Joint Task Force on Practice Parameters and has directed research programs on insect allergy and anaphylaxis at Johns Hopkins for 30 years, publishing numerous research and review articles. In this episode we speak with Dr. Golden about the latest updates to the anaphylaxis practice parameters, emphasizing critical changes in recommendations around the role of e...

This is part 2 of ImmunoCAST, highlighting interesting abstracts presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology’s 2024 meeting. In this episode, we explore nine allergy-related medical case studies that were showcased and piqued our interest. Tune in and discover some of the fascinating ways allergies may present in your patients and what you can do to optimize your diagnosis...

ImmunoCAST visited the 2024 American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology meeting and collected some of the most interesting and important research papers which were unveiled during the conference. Whether you’re an allergist or a primary care clinician, tune in to hear some of the most exciting research and insights that are coming out of the field of allergy, including the role of climate...

With almost half a million followers on Instagram and over 1.3 million followers on TikTok, allergist Dr. Zachary Rubin has built a huge following of users interested in his allergy insights. Tune in as we interview Dr. Rubin to understand the role of a clinician online, best practices for combating online misconceptions, and how he leverages digital platforms to deliver accurate allergy and immun...

Because ethanol is too small of a molecule for the body to make antibodies to, there really is no such thing as an "alcohol allergy," but that doesn't mean patients can't have a reaction to substances found within alcohol. In this episode of ImmunoCAST, we address the clinical challenge of distinguishing between alcohol intolerance and true allergy. Tune in as we explore histamine intolerance, sul...

Halloween presents unique challenges for clinicians managing patients with food allergies. In this episode, to heighten awareness and preparedness, we explore the emotional impact on children with food allergies, who may often feel excluded from Halloween activities, as well as emphasize the importance of an accurate diagnosis using component resolved diagnostic blood tests to help identify exactl...

When we picture a patient struggling with respiratory allergies, our mind might immediately jump to spring allergy season. However, fall allergies, while often overlooked, can cause patients to experience reactions just as severe due to the combination of outdoor triggers and viral season. Tune in as we discuss the history of ragweed, its impact on public health, and its connection to oral allergy...

ImmunoCAST welcomes Dr. Michael Benninger, Professor and Former Chair of the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery in the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University, as a guest expert speaker on this special Allergy After Dark episode. With over 200 publications, Dr. Benninger is an expert on respiratory allergies and their impact on sexual function...

Does your patient have a food allergy or intolerance? Celiac disease or wheat allergy? When it comes intolerances vs. allergies, there’s a lot of symptoms overlap. In this episode of ImmunoCAST, we discuss the mechanisms and differences behind IgE-mediated food allergies, autoimmune conditions like celiac disease, and various types of food intolerances, including metabolic, pharmacologic, and toxi...

Using the Triple Aim framework to dissect the current status of allergy care in America, this episode delves into the per capita cost, population health, and patient experience of care, emphasizing the importance of accurate diagnosis and appropriate referrals. Tune in for insights on improving healthcare efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing patient outcomes. Don't miss this informative episo...

Asthma Peak Week is nearly a month away, giving clinicians just enough time to start to help prepare their at-risk patients. Tune into this episode of ImmunoCAST where we break down why in September there is a spike in asthma exacerbations and hospitalizations as well as some tips and insights on how to ensure your patients with asthma are prepared and safe in the coming month. Episode resources a...

This episode covers some of the more popular theories on ways patients may develop allergies, such as the epithelial barrier hypothesis, hygiene hypothesis, and microbiome theory. From children to older adults, Gary and Luke discuss the prevalence of food and respiratory allergies and how these allergies may present and change over the course of a patient’s life. Tune in to understand how these ch...

Whether your patients are Olympians, little league champs, or rec center pros, tune in to discover the fascinating impact that food and respiratory allergies have on athletes. In this episode of ImmunoCAST, Gary and Luke delve into key insights on diagnosing and managing allergies in athletic patients, from examining the prevalence of allergic diseases among Olympians and recreational athletes to...

In this episode of ImmunoCAST, hosts Gary and Luke break down the essentials of tree nut allergen components, focusing on hazelnut, cashew, walnut, and Brazil nut. They highlight the significant prevalence of tree nut allergies and the importance of accurate diagnosis using component-resolved diagnostics. The discussion covers different types of allergen components, such as PR-10 proteins, lipid t...

How can primary care clinicians optimize the diagnosis and treatment of stinging insect allergies? Tune into this episode of ImmunoCAST and hear a discussion around allergies to bee, wasp, and fire ant venoms. You’ll learn how testing with allergen components can aid in reaching an accurate diagnosis, the significance of tryptase levels in forecasting severe allergic reactions, as well as how impa...

More allergenic peanuts? Fungi in crops that may make patients more susceptible to food allergy sensitization? And what does the epithelial barrier hypothesis have to do with all of it? Tune into this newsroom episode of ImmunoCAST as we discuss a recently published review paper by Ashley Sang Eun Lee, MD, and Nicole Ramsey, MD, PhD, from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai which presents...

Ever since the CDC released its Morbidity and Mortality Weekly report about alpha-Gal syndrome (AGS) last summer, it seems that everyone is talking about this odd allergy to red meat. Whether you’re an allergist or a primary care clinician, get the clinical facts about AGS in this episode of ImmunoCAST where we explore the syndrome’s origins and discovery, what potential foods (some perhaps lesser...

Can patients tolerate baked forms of egg and milk? Is it a clinical peanut allergy or cross-reactivity with pollen? In this episode of ImmunoCAST, Gary and Luke dive into food allergen components and their impact on patient management. Their discussion covers specific proteins found in eggs, milk, peanuts, and tree nuts and what it means for patients who are sensitized to them. They also discuss t...

In this episode of ImmunoCAST, listen to a discussion around cannabis allergy and the importance of healthcare providers recognizing and inquiring about its exposure, especially in patients with asthma or food allergies. Gary and Luke delve into the history, routes of exposure, and the identification of specific allergens within cannabis, such as lipid transfer proteins, which may cross-react with...

In this episode of ImmunoCAST, Gary and Luke explore the new European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) food allergy diagnosis guidelines. They break down some of the significant recommendations found within these guidelines, such as important questions clinicians should ask during a structured food allergy history, the role of diagnostic testing, and the use of testing with aller...