What happens when a licensed peanut allergy treatment gets pulled from the market — not because it didn't work, but because nobody could afford it?

Dr. Adam Fox, Professor of Pediatric Allergy at King's College London, joins Dr. Doug Jones to unpack that exact scenario and what it means for families on both sides of the Atlantic.This episode gets into the real-world consequences of how healthcare systems shape treatment. In the UK, the National Health Service approved Palforzia for peanut oral immunotherapy — then put zero funding behind it. Fewer than 100 children across the entire country received it through the NHS. Meanwhile in the US, allergists were already treating patients effectively with real food, making a pharmaceutical peanut powder feel unnecessary. Now that Palforzia is being pulled, the ripple effects look very different depending on where you live. Dr. Fox and Dr. Jones also talk about what's driving the global collaboration movement in food allergy treatment, how the right mindset can change a patient's OIT outcome, and why the grass isn't always greener when it comes to US vs. UK medicine.

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Integrative medicine and functional medicine get used like they're the same thing — but they're not. And the difference matters more than you think.

In this episode, Dr. Doug Jones sits down with Dr. Gary Soffer, a pediatric allergist and immunologist at Yale School of Medicine who also holds a fellowship in integrative medicine — and who started his career scouting bands for Atlantic Records. Together they break down what integrative medicine actually means (hint: the NIH defines it), why it's not about secret lab tests or proprietary supplement blends, and how simple mind-body practices like journaling, spending time in nature, and getting better sleep can genuinely move the needle on your health.They also get into the state of medicine right now — from the daily battle with AI-driven insurance denials to the growing political divide around health — and why the real fix might be simpler than we think: just getting people in a room together to talk.🩺

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Dr. Doug Jones explains FPIES (Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome), a non-IgE allergy with delayed, severe symptoms often mistaken for a GI bug. Discover why it defies typical rules, common triggers like rice and milk, diagnosis challenges, management (diet, emergency prep, emotional support), and emerging microbiome/neuroimmune links.Key edits:

• No hives doesn't mean no allergy
• Normal tests don't rule out FPIES
• Listen to symptoms—don't dismiss

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Dr. Doug Jones interviews Dr. Olga Kagan on her journey from post-9/11 health programs to founding the Food Allergy Nursing Association. They cover educating nurses across continents, challenges like access to care, innovative roles like Certified Allergy Nurse Educator, and fighting misinformation.Topics include:Global nursing outreach via online series Nurse-led research and best practices Hopes for tele-nursing pilots to ease physician burdens

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Dr. Doug Jones talks with Dr. Manisha Relan, pediatric allergist and co-author of the AAP book on solid food introduction. They discuss staying calm while informed, compassion as the foundation, challenges in private practice (insurance, burnout, access to care), early allergen introduction, oral immunotherapy, common mistakes, and practical edits for families.

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Dr. Doug Jones breaks down the first documented fatal case of Alpha-Gal Syndrome — a delayed anaphylaxis triggered by lone star tick bites. Learn what Alpha-Gal is, why reactions happen 3–8 hours after eating red meat, why it's spreading rapidly, common myths, diagnosis, treatment, and critical awareness steps. Topics include:

• Delayed anaphylaxis vs. classic food allergies
• Co-factors that worsen reactions (alcohol, exercise, NSAIDs)
• Tick prevention and emerging treatments
• Why awareness is now life-saving

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Dr. Doug Jones sits down with Dr. Zachary Rubin — pediatric allergist, TikTok/Instagram star with over 4 million followers, and author of the upcoming book "All About Allergies."They discuss Dr. Rubin's journey into allergy/immunology, the surprising origin of his viral hula-hooping content, how he combats widespread misinformation about food allergies and COVID, rebuilding public trust in healthcare, and practical advice for patients and parents.Topics include:

• Why hula hooping helps break down barriers with patients
• The biggest challenges facing doctors today (insurance, government, influencers)
• How to verify information before you share it
• Dr. Rubin's new book All About Allergies

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Tackle the emotional side of food allergies on The Immune Edit Podcast! Dr. Doug Jones, with Dr. Farah Khan and Dr. Tom Chacko, explores how misinformation amplifies anxiety, daily decisions add stress, and empowerment through education, resources, and mindset shifts can help families thrive. Supportive guidance for managing the mental load of allergies.

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Explore food allergy treatment options in Episode 25 (Part 2) of The Immune Edit Podcast! Dr. Doug Jones, with Dr. Farah Khan and Dr. Tom Chacko, discusses avoidance strategies, Xolair, oral immunotherapy (OIT), sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT), and more. Learn pros, cons, and how to achieve food freedom while managing allergies effectively.Subscribe on Spotify for expert insights on immune health and wellness. Need personalized care? Visit Dr. Doug's clinic at GAIN—Global Allergy Immune Network. Discover more from Dr. Doug at drdougjones.com.

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What are “hidden food allergies,” and do they actually exist?

In Part 1 of this three-part series, Dr. Doug Jones is joined by allergists Dr. Farah Khan and Dr. Tom Chacko to break down the food allergy journey—from the first reaction to an accurate diagnosis. The conversation tackles common myths, social media misinformation, and the overuse of non-validated food tests.

You’ll learn:

• When food allergy testing is appropriate

• Why IgG “food sensitivity” tests aren’t evidence-based

• How skin tests and IgE blood tests should (and shouldn’t) be used

• Why allergy numbers don’t predict reaction severity

A must-listen for patients, parents, and clinicians looking for clarity over hype.

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