Sydneysiders can now access Australia's most comprehensive allergy care

Announcement posted by Allergy Medical 27 Jan 2016

Internationally respected allergist and immunologist, Professor Pete Smith available for interview as Allergy Medical launches in Sydney with a new, specially equipped clinic in Double Bay

Australia has among the highest prevalence of allergic disorders in the developed world, with over 4.1 million Australians suffering from allergy or with an allergic disease.

Allergic diseases are among the fastest growing chronic conditions in Australia and one of the most costly health problems in terms of personal expenditure and national economic impact, accounting for an estimated half a million sick days each year.

ALLERGY IN AUSTRALIA: HEALTH IMPACT
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One in five Australians has allergic rhinitis

Food allergy occurs in around one in 20 children

10% of Australian infants now have an immediate food allergy, which is one of the highest  incidences internationally
700 per cent increase in hospital admissions of children with anaphylaxis in the last 15 years

Peanut allergy in infants in Australia has doubled over the past five years

Hospitalisation for food allergy anaphylaxis in Australia has doubled over the past decade, and  increased five-fold in infant

The first clinic of it’s kind in Australia, Allergy Medical has helped more than 24,000 people of all ages affected by the most common signs and symptoms of allergy since opening four years ago in Brisbane.

Internationally respected allergist and immunologist, Professor Pete Smith is the Medical Director who will lead the local Sydney team of specially trained GPs, nurse practitioners, nurses and dietitians. He is available for interview from Friday 29 January.

From food allergy to relentless hay fever, eczema and food intolerance, Professor Pete and his team are making a real difference to Australians living with allergy.

“Our aim to reduce waiting times and provide complete allergy care to people at risk and suffering,” says Professor Pete.

New patients don’t need a referral and the clinic commits to making first appointments happen within a couple of weeks. During the initial appointment the patient will undergo clinical testing leading to a diagnosis or ongoing care by the team of specially trained nurse practitioners and dietitians.

Under Professor Pete’s guidance, the clinic’s new generation of GPs and clinical staff lead the way in allergy care.

“We pride ourselves on helping people living with allergy every day to get well sooner rather than later with one-on-one education, training and support. We’re the only Australian clinic to provide this level of ongoing treatment,” says Professor Pete.

Professor Pete notes the rapid acceleration of allergies is evidenced all around us, especially with the 700 per cent increase in hospital admissions of children with anaphylaxis in the last 15 years. Now, there are EpiPens in almost every NSW classroom.

Identifying the cause of allergy is the first step in finding a cure and this Professor Pete to continue his research, share insights worldwide and deliver the best service for complete allergy care in Australia at Allergy Medical Double Bay and Newstead.

Media contact: Emma Rusher, Director, House of Rusher 0423 214 626 emma@houseofrusher.com @house_of_rusher

For more information about allergy symptoms and treatments, visit http://www.allergymedicalgroup.com.au/

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To book an appointment and get well soon, please call 02 9096 2999 for the new clinic at Kiaora Place, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay.