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Allergy assist: Insects, ticks and related allergies | Online

October 14 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Free
Event by external provider

Hosted by the National Allergy Council

Presented by Dr Paulina Alhucema, Paediatric clinical Immunology/allergy specialist and Clinical educator for allergy assist®

Topics covered:

  • Reactions to stinging insects (bees, wasps, or Jack Jumper Ants) and biting insects (e.g. mosquitoes)
  • Ticks and mammalian meat allergy
  • Signs of anaphylaxis to venom and management
  • Taking precautions to avoid bites and stings
  • Venom immunotherapy (also known as desensitisation)

Target audience: GPs and Rural Generalists

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