Allergy Resources

Eczema (also called atopic eczema or atopic dermatitis) is a common chronic dry skin condition affecting around 1 in 10...

Good indoor air quality is crucial for human health and particularly important for vulnerable groups i.e. babies, children, the elderly,...

On this page: Outdoor air quality and allergies Where air pollution comes from Reduce exposure to air pollutants Top tips...

On this page: What is immunotherapy? Will I benefit from immunotherapy? Conditions for which immunotherapy is unhelpful What does immunotherapy...

What are sulphites? Sulphites are preservatives used to prevent spoilage, discolouration and bacterial growth. They are commonly added in the...

Mould allergy explained A mould allergy happens when the immune system mistakenly identifies microscopic fungal mould spores as harmful, triggering...

This factsheet will provide information on pet allergy with the main focus on cat and dog allergy. It includes possible...

House dust mites are tiny creatures, about a quarter of a millimetre long. They live off human skin scales which...

Asthma causes a range of breathing problems including wheezing, feeling of tightness in the lungs/chest and coughing. This Factsheet provides...

Asthma is a common, long-term condition which effects the lungs.  People with asthma have airways (or breathing tubes) that are...