Australian immunology body updates penicillin allergy guidelines after evidence shows most are false
The peak body for immunologists in Australia has changed its national guidelines on penicillin allergies. This follows evidence showing up to 90% of reported penicillin allergies are not true allergies. However, this 90% figure is based on existing studies, not a new trial.
Why it matters
The large volume of false penicillin allergy reports is a barrier to proper treatment, and this guideline change shows a professional body acting to correct those labels.
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