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FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE THE FORMATION OF PEANUT ALLERGIES IN CHILDREN.
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Gleason, Christie, Butts, Michele, Decker, Jonathan, University of Central Florida
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Allergies have the potential to be a life-long debilitating fight, especially the severe reactions from allergies such as anaphylaxis. Peanut allergies tend to be both common and severe, and they happen to be found hiding in many food products. People can have allergic reactions to food products that were made in the same facility as peanut products, that is why it is so important to be aware of the products that are being consumed. The incidence of peanut allergies has increased in the last...
Show moreAllergies have the potential to be a life-long debilitating fight, especially the severe reactions from allergies such as anaphylaxis. Peanut allergies tend to be both common and severe, and they happen to be found hiding in many food products. People can have allergic reactions to food products that were made in the same facility as peanut products, that is why it is so important to be aware of the products that are being consumed. The incidence of peanut allergies has increased in the last decade, which is why it is crucial to study these allergies. This thesis looks at when the best time is to introduce peanut products to young children and the common risk factors that are associated with peanut allergies in children. The risk factors that are being looked at include: genetics, socioeconomic status, and ethnicity. This thesis also investigates a couple of treatment options for if your child develops a peanut allergy.
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Date Issued
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2018
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Identifier
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CFH2000385, ucf:45811
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Document (PDF)
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http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFH2000385
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THE EFFECT OF CHEMICAL FRAGRANCES ON CHILD HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT.
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Gilton, Katie, Waldrop, Julee, University of Central Florida
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The American public is bombarded with chemically fragranced products every day, typically in combination with each other. These products can include cosmetics, perfumes, detergents, air fresheners, soaps, and deodorants. Contained in these fragranced products are chemicals that can be harmful to child health and development. Many articles have been published examining the chemicals found in fragranced products and the effects that these chemicals can have on the human body. This integrated...
Show moreThe American public is bombarded with chemically fragranced products every day, typically in combination with each other. These products can include cosmetics, perfumes, detergents, air fresheners, soaps, and deodorants. Contained in these fragranced products are chemicals that can be harmful to child health and development. Many articles have been published examining the chemicals found in fragranced products and the effects that these chemicals can have on the human body. This integrated literature review examines empirical evidence related to the health and safety of particular chemicals used in these products. Nurses need to be aware of the actual and potential harms from the chemicals used in the self-regulating cosmetic industry and can advocate for public policies that promote a safer environment, therefore protecting the health and wellbeing of children.
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Date Issued
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2011
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Identifier
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CFH0003835, ucf:44771
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Document (PDF)
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http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFH0003835
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IDENTIFICATION OF FABRICS LIKELY TO COLLECT AND DISPERSE FEL D 1.
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Jones, Mary, von Kalm, Laurence, University of Central Florida
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Individuals sensitive to domestic cat allergen Fel d 1 experience a variety of symptoms including eye irritation, respiratory irritation, asthma, and severe respiratory distress. Fel d 1 is a protein produced in the saliva and on the skin of domestic cats. Previous studies have demonstrated that Fel d 1 adheres to clothing, upholstery, and human hair and has been found in non-cat environments in levels high enough to cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. In a general sense, two...
Show moreIndividuals sensitive to domestic cat allergen Fel d 1 experience a variety of symptoms including eye irritation, respiratory irritation, asthma, and severe respiratory distress. Fel d 1 is a protein produced in the saliva and on the skin of domestic cats. Previous studies have demonstrated that Fel d 1 adheres to clothing, upholstery, and human hair and has been found in non-cat environments in levels high enough to cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. In a general sense, two very different approaches have been adopted to study Fel d 1. One area of the literature focuses on the molecular biology of Fel d 1 and its functions at the cellular level. These studies hold long-term promise for an effective clinical response to this persistent allergen. An entirely separate literature focuses on immediate practical solutions that remove Fel d 1 from the domestic environment. Within this literature there has been minimal emphasis on the possibility that different fabrics may have different affinities for Fel d 1. Therefore, the affinity of Fel d 1 for different fabrics is the focus of this study. The findings from this study will be of use in reducing allergic reactions in sensitive individuals through the choice of appropriate fabrics in clothing and upholstery. Forty domestic household cats were chosen for this study. Each cat was rubbed, in a manner similar to petting, with an assembled fabric square based on a Latin-square design. Each Latin-square design consisted of a 6x6 fabric grid and included the fabrics silk dupioni, wool suiting, cotton denim, cotton damask, polyester suede and polyester knit. The random organization of the fabrics into the grid removed bias for the location of fabrics within the square during Fel d 1 collection. After rubbing, the Latin-square fabric block was disassembled and Fel d 1 was extracted from each fabric type and analyzed via quantitative ELISA. The results were statistically analyzed with a univariate ANOVA. Fabrics significantly differ (p<0.001) in Fel d 1 retention and fall into three groups. Silk dupioni collected the least amount of Fel d 1. Wool suiting, cotton denim and cotton damask were intermediate in Fel d 1 collection, while polyester suede and polyester knit collected the highest amounts of Fel d 1. Samples were also collected for a time study to determine if Fel d 1 bound on fabric degrades, or otherwise diminishes, over time. 14 weeks (approximately 3 months) after collection, Fel d 1 was extracted from fabrics and quantified by ELISA. A paired T-test was used to evaluate changes in Fel d 1 levels on specific fabrics over the 14 week period. When compared to extractions performed immediately after exposure, the amount of Fel d 1 released from specific fabrics after 14 weeks was significantly reduced. From these studies I conclude that an individual allergic to Fel d 1 may be able to limit their allergen exposure by selecting fabrics less likely to collect the allergen for their environment. Natural fibers (silk, wool, and cotton) collected less Fel d 1 than polyester fabrics, suggesting that natural fibers are recommended over fabrics containing polyester for persons allergic to cats.
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Date Issued
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2011
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Identifier
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CFE0003963, ucf:48710
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Document (PDF)
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PURL
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http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0003963
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When Social Allergies Flare Up in Close Relationships: A Relational Turbulence Model Explanation.
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Hochstadt, Naomi, Weger, Harry, Hastings, Sally, Miller, Ann, University of Central Florida
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Romantic relationships commonly endure rough patches. The relational turbulence model and the social allergy phenomenon may account for such rough transitions. A social allergy is an idiosyncratic social behavior that involuntarily stirs up irritation in an individual, either with or without the intention of the transgressor. As the behavior is repeated, tolerance for the bothersome allergen dwindles. This paper investigates the connections between relational turbulence and social allergies....
Show moreRomantic relationships commonly endure rough patches. The relational turbulence model and the social allergy phenomenon may account for such rough transitions. A social allergy is an idiosyncratic social behavior that involuntarily stirs up irritation in an individual, either with or without the intention of the transgressor. As the behavior is repeated, tolerance for the bothersome allergen dwindles. This paper investigates the connections between relational turbulence and social allergies. The relational turbulence model describes individuals' severe reactions to various turning points in an interpersonal relationship, and combines the effects of increased intimacy, relational uncertainty, and partner interference. Based on the turbulence model, the author predicted curvilinear relationships between intimacy and social allergen occurrence as well as between intimacy and negative emotional impact of social allergens. Based on the social allergen literature, the author predicted social allergen occurrence and repeated arguments about social allergens would both associate positively with relationship turbulence. Partial support was found for each prediction.
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Date Issued
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2013
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Identifier
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CFE0004863, ucf:49691
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Document (PDF)
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http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0004863