• From Anxiety to Empowerment: Managing Food Allergies with Professor Fox

  • Nov 20 2024
  • Length: 48 mins
  • Podcast

From Anxiety to Empowerment: Managing Food Allergies with Professor Fox

Listen for free

View show details

  • Summary

  • Welcome to the very first episode of "Serene, the Allergy Podcast," hosted by me, Dr. Karen Murphy. In this episode, we're honoured to have Professor Adam Fox, a leading Paediatric Allergist at Guy's and St Thomas' in London, join us. Together, we'll be delving into the complexities of oral immunotherapy (OIT) for food allergies, especially the psychological hurdles that come with it. Professor Fox brings his expertise to illuminate the critical need for psychological support in allergy treatment—a resource that has been historically underfunded in the UK compared to the US. We'll explore how integrating mental health support can significantly improve treatment outcomes, particularly by addressing anxiety that can impact a young person's journey on the programme. We'll also discuss the advances in allergy treatment, including the innovative Neffy nasal adrenaline device, the role of biologic medicines like Omalizumab, and the importance of accurate diagnostics. Professor Fox will share insights on personalised treatment plans and we discuss effective ways to manage the psychosocial impacts of living with allergies. Tune in as we tackle essential questions about improving the quality of life for those living with allergies and the evolving landscape of allergy management. Stay with us for an enlightening conversation that could transform how you view and handle allergies in your daily life. Please spread the message and share this episode with anyone who you think would benefit. Whether you're living with allergies yourself or supporting someone that is, there'll be psychological insights to help Please consider rating and reviewing my show. Your review can help other people find my podcast so you’ll be helping another people navigating allergies to find this resource. Just click here to review. Please note that the views and opinions expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Dr Karen Murphy, host of Serene, The Allergy Podcast. The information on the podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any health-related questions or concerns.
    Show More Show Less
Show More Show Less

What listeners say about From Anxiety to Empowerment: Managing Food Allergies with Professor Fox

Average customer ratings

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.

Audible.co.uk reviews

Amazon reviews
No Reviews are Available