A5007327244- Allergic Rhinitis and Sensitization
- Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Research
- Lichen and fungal ecology
- Ecosystem dynamics and resilience
- Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling
- Dermatology and Skin Diseases
- Plant and animal studies
- Asthma and respiratory diseases
- Forest Insect Ecology and Management
North-West University
2025
University of the Witwatersrand
2022-2024
Abstract This pioneering study evaluates the prevalence of aeroallergens reactivity among atopic populations living in Vaal Triangle Airshed Priority Area (VTAPA), South Africa. A total 138 volunteers (51 males and 87 females), African, colored, white, Asian ethnicity, with a mean (range) age 22 (18–56) years were participating study. The was conducted on North-West University (NWU) campus Vanderbijlpark/VTAPA. International Study Asthma Allergies Childhood questionnaire utilized for...
Background Data on allergic rhinitis and respiratory health metrics are limited for South Africa, with grass pollen as a key outdoor aeroallergen. Exotic trees such plane ragweed produce highly allergenic pollen, dominating indigenous weeds. Pollen allergy prevalence data is lacking in cities of North-West province Potchefstroom. Objectives This study aimed to (i) assess the allergies major aeroallergens, including Poaceae (grasses), Cupressus/Hesperocyparis (cypresses), Platanus (plane...
Primary health care providers are often confronted with patients describing adverse reactions to food. With a multiplex of differential diagnoses, it is essential have structured approach these complaints. Just as allergies can negative impact on quality life, inappropriate food allergy labelling cause unnecessary distress and hardship for patients. Understanding the diagnostic approaches reactions, alongside an appreciation multidisciplinary collaboration, assist clinician in making...