Food anaphylaxis in the elderly: Analysis of allergy vigilance network data from 2002 to 2021.

Background: Few studies have focused on food allergies in the elderly, even though it may persist or appear de novo.

Methods: We reviewed data for all cases of food-induced anaphylaxis in people age ≥ 60 reported to the French "Allergy Vigilance Network" (RAV) between 2002 and 2021. RAV collates data reported by French-speaking allergists regarding cases of anaphylaxis graded II to IV according to the Ring and Messmer classification.

[Hymenoptera venom allergy: Management of venom extracts shortage or sanitary crisis (Covid-19 pandemic). Stinging Insects Task Force recommendations].

Recurrent venom extracts shortages as well as the COVID-19 pandemic have prompted the SFA/Anaforcal Stinging Insects Task Force to develop recommendations on venom immunotherapy (VIT), in accordance with international guidelines, to be able to offer and maintain VIT to patients with life-threatening risks. How to diagnose allergy to hymenoptera venoms, indications and duration of VIT, maintenance intervals and doses, interchangeability of venom extracts and monitoring of patients on VIT have been adapted to this time of crisis, allowing clinicians to treat their patients with the most benefit and lowest constraint. These recommendations are temporary and will be reviewed after returning to a normal situation.

Allergic reactions to COVID-19 vaccines: statement of the Belgian Society for Allergy and Clinical Immunology (BelSACI).

Vaccination against COVID-19 constitutes a huge hope and a major challenge. For the first time in modern history, a global vaccination campaign has started worldwide in a short period of time and with products that were recently developed. Consequently, legitimate concerns regarding the safety and tolerability of COVID-19 vaccines arise.