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A rapidly growing health risk and what Australia is doing about it?

Food Allergy

Allergies are among the fastest growing types of chronic conditions in Australia, and deadly reactions are also on the rise. The federal government has now launched two new centres that will focus on research to improve treatment options for those affected.


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By Deborah Groarke

Presented by Rehan Alavi

Source: SBS



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Allergies are among the fastest growing types of chronic conditions in Australia, and deadly reactions are also on the rise. The federal government has now launched two new centres that will focus on research to improve treatment options for those affected.


The country's first national research center on allergies is being established with a funding of $26.9 million

  • Australia has the dubious credit of actually having the highest level of allergies in the world
  • Lack of experienced allergy specialists is challenging
  • Allergies are not limited to the foods only

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