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Professor Helen Brough, founder of Children’s Allergy Doctors, Consultant in Paediatric Allergy at the Evelina London Children’s Hospital, leading specialist dedicated to compassionate, evidence-based care for children with allergies and eczema.

13/08/2026

As summer winds down, the anxiety of starting a new school or nursery begins. 🎒⚠️

For parents of children with food allergies, navigating new classrooms, busy lunch halls, and birthday celebrations requires constant vigilance to prevent accidental exposure.

At Children's Allergy Doctors, our goal is to help families move beyond strict avoidance. Through our Consultant-led Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) programmes, we safely and gradually introduce carefully measured amounts of real-world allergens to help build your child's tolerance over time.

We offer tailored OIT care plans for:
🥜 Nuts and seeds (for children up to 4 years old)
🥛 Milk, egg, and wheat (for children up to 11 years old)

By increasing the reaction threshold, OIT can significantly reduce the risk posed by small accidental exposures, giving children and their parents a newfound sense of freedom and confidence as they head into the classroom.

(Please note: OIT is not a cure and is not suitable for every child. Ongoing allergy management and access to prescribed emergency medication remain essential).

🔗 Explore our Food OIT care plans and book a specialist consultation today:
👉 https://childrensallergydoctors.com/food-oral-immunotherapy-uk

11/08/2026

When allergy care changes, teenagers need to be heard. 🗣️

Moving from paediatric to adult healthcare can be a significant step for teenagers managing allergies or asthma, and for the parents supporting them.

An EAACI Taskforce is conducting a patient and parent survey to better understand these experiences. The research forms part of an Imperial Master’s project and has been developed in conjunction with the EAACI Patient Organisations Committee and National Allergy Societies.

Children’s Allergy Doctors is pleased to support this important research. If you are a teenager navigating this transition, or the parent of a teenager with allergies or asthma, your experience can help researchers understand what support young people and families need.

🔗 Parents of 12-17 year olds: Click here to learn more and sign up: https://astonpsychology.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5ci9YEhSAtkgMbc

🔗 Teens aged 16-17: You can sign up directly here: https://astonpsychology.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6gK5n6BXRYxfz94

(Thank you to Marta Vazquez-Ortiz and Imperial College London for leading this vital initiative!)

06/08/2026

If your child has been diagnosed with asthma and has only been prescribed a blue inhaler, their asthma is not being managed correctly. 🛑🫁

We are proud to support the NHS 2026 campaign. As we approach the new school year, a time when childhood asthma attacks traditionally spike, it is critical to ensure your child's asthma is fully controlled.

In our latest video, Professor Helen Brough explains why a blue reliever inhaler alone isn't a long-term solution. While it temporarily relaxes the muscles, it does not treat the underlying airway inflammation.

Key takeaways for parents to ensure your child is safe:
✔️ All children with asthma should have a preventer inhaler to reduce inflammation and prevent asthma attacks.
✔️ For children over 6, Maintenance and Reliever Therapy (MART) offers a combined inhaler that does both jobs, especially helpful for teenagers!
✔️ Inhaler technique matters: If an inhaler isn’t used correctly, the medicine may not reach the lungs where it’s needed, making treatment less effective and increasing the chance of side effects.
✔️ Identify the triggers: Air pollution, smoke, and allergies (like pollen or house dust mites) can make asthma worse.
If you have concerns about your child's asthma control, it may be time for a specialist review.

🔗 Learn more about our paediatric asthma services and book a consultation here: https://childrensallergydoctors.com/asthma-treatment-london

05/08/2026

Is your child starting Oral Immunotherapy (OIT)?

OIT involves taking a measured dose of a food allergen regularly under clinical guidance. Although increasing tolerance to the allergen is the primary aim, what the daily dose is mixed with can also influence a child’s overall diet.

A recent review, with Professor Helen Brough as senior author, explores the nutritional, growth and microbiome considerations associated with OIT. It highlights that families may rely on sugary or ultra-processed foods to help mask daily doses, which could contribute to excessive calorie intake and poorer overall diet quality.

One study discussed within the review found that families who worked with a registered dietitian were less likely to use sugary dosing vehicles. Around two-thirds of families described specialist dietitian support as very or extremely helpful during their OIT journey.

At Children’s Allergy Doctors, our consultant paediatric allergist-led OIT programme includes support from specialist paediatric allergy dietitians and nurses. This multidisciplinary approach helps families manage daily dosing while also considering their child’s nutritional needs, growth and longer-term eating habits.

Please do not change your child’s OIT dose, dosing vehicle or routine without guidance from your allergy team.

🔗 Visit the link below to learn more about our Food OIT programme.

https://childrensallergydoctors.com/food-oral-immunotherapy-uk

31/07/2026

How can digital health tools help reduce inequalities in allergy care? 🌍💻

In her recent European Medical Journal (EMJ) podcast interview, Professor Helen Brough discussed how scalable digital tools could help reach families who might otherwise struggle to access specialist support.

Professor Brough is a co-principal investigator of the GAPS project, a global initiative investigating psychological support needs among people affected by food allergy.

As part of this work, the team has developed FACETS, Food Allergy Coping, Empowerment Tools and Support, an evidence-informed online tool designed to help adults with food allergy and caregivers manage challenges including anxiety, social restrictions and hypervigilance.

FACETS is currently being piloted and is intended to be made freely available. By providing support digitally, the project aims to reach more people across geographic boundaries and improve access to much-needed psychological support.

🎧 Listen to the full EMJ podcast episode here: https://childrensallergydoctors.com/podcasts

🌐 Learn more about the GAPS project:
https://www.gapsfoodallergy.org.uk

30/07/2026

"Finding the right specialist was very important to us..." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

As we approach the end of summer, many parents are beginning to prepare for the new school and nursery year. If your child is experiencing unresolved allergy symptoms, eczema flare-ups, or suspected food reactions, stepping into a new classroom environment can be a major source of anxiety.

Getting clear, accurate answers is the first step to peace of mind.
At Children's Allergy Doctors, our comprehensive allergy assessments go beyond just a test result. Professor Helen Brough and our multidisciplinary team provide expert interpretation, compassionate support, and a clear, evidence-based management plan tailored to your child.

Thank you to this family for sharing their wonderful experience with our clinic!

🔗 Visit the Children's Allergy Doctors website below to learn more about our private allergy testing services and secure your appointment before the back-to-school rush.

childrensallergydoctors.com/contact

26/07/2026

Could unnecessary food avoidance increase a child’s risk of developing a food allergy?

In the final episode of the European Medical Journal podcast series, Combatting Food Allergies in Children, Professor Helen Brough joins Dr Saranya Ravindran to discuss some of the most critical gaps and inequalities in paediatric allergy care and how to address them.

In this episode, Professor Brough explores:
✔️ How unnecessarily avoiding foods may increase a child’s risk of developing a food allergy
✔️ Why children from non-white ethnic backgrounds may be more likely to develop food allergies, and to develop them earlier
✔️ Why allergens must be introduced early and then regularly maintained in a child’s diet
✔️ How digital health tools could make evidence-based allergy information and support more accessible

The episode also highlights the importance of community outreach, primary care education, psychological support and the vital work of allergy charities and advocacy organisations (Natasha's Foundation Anaphylaxis UK Allergy UK ).

If you are navigating early allergen introduction or managing your child’s food allergy, this three-part series is packed with practical, evidence-based guidance.

🎧 Watch the final episode and the full three-part Deep Dive series on our website:https://childrensallergydoctors.com/podcasts

EMJ

21/07/2026

"The OIT treatment has made it possible for us to live and travel without the scare of an anaphylactic shock." ✈️🌍

For families managing severe food allergies, the constant anxiety surrounding travel, holidays, and eating out can be overwhelming.

At Children's Allergy Doctors, the ultimate goal of our Consultant-led Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) programme is to safely build your child's tolerance to their allergens, significantly reducing the risk of severe reactions from accidental exposure.

Hearing that our patients are now able to explore the world with confidence and peace of mind is the greatest reward for our team! Thank you to this family for sharing their wonderful experience.

🔗 Visit the link below to learn more about our specialist Food OIT programmes and whether your child might be a suitable candidate.

👉 childrensallergydoctors.com/food-oral-immunotherapy-uk

18/07/2026

I am delighted to announce that the Third Edition of Rapid Paediatric is now available to pre-order ahead of its publication in October 2026. 📚

Published by Wiley, this extensively updated medical textbook provides medical students, junior doctors, paediatric & paediatric surgical trainees who need structured clinical knowledge for practice and examination preparation, this text also serves practising paediatricians, surgeons, emergency physicians, and allied health professionals as a rapid-access refresher for managing paediatric presentations.

Covering both paediatric medicine and surgery, the book has been designed to support rapid clinical decision-making through structured summaries, current evidence-based guidance and accessible emergency algorithms.

It has been a privilege to co-author this important clinical resource alongside my esteemed colleagues Dr. Sami M. Dr. Alanazi, Dr. Damir Ljuhar and Prof. Ramesh Nataraja.

Pre-order your copy here:
https://bit.ly/4gM7XXO

13/07/2026

🌟 Clinical Nurse Specialist in Paediatric Allergy and Immunology

Flexible Clinic Sessions | Regular Weekly Days Available | Weekdays & Saturdays | Central London (W1)

Are you an experienced paediatric nurse with a passion for allergy care and supporting children and families? We would love to hear from you.

Children’s Allergy Doctors is looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and highly skilled Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our friendly, consultant-led team.

We offer flexible opportunities, including ad hoc sessions, regular weekly clinics and fixed days.

We are a leading private paediatric allergy practice, combining clinical excellence with warm, family-centred care for children with allergies, eczema, asthma and related conditions.

🌈 The Role

You will support specialist paediatric allergy clinics, provide expert nursing care and help deliver an exceptional experience for children and families.

Responsibilities may include:
• Allergy investigations and diagnostic testing
• Skin prick testing
• Spirometry and reversibility testing
• Exhaled nitric oxide testing
• Patch testing
• Supervised feeds
• Oral Food Immunotherapy (OIT)
• Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT)
• Responding to patient and family queries
• Preparing clinic documentation and supporting the service

⭐ About You

Ideally, you will have:
• Significant paediatric nursing experience
• Experience in paediatric allergy, allergic conditions and eczema
• Confidence in allergy diagnostics and procedures, or transferable skills with a willingness to develop
• Excellent communication skills
• A calm, organised and proactive approach
• The ability to work independently and within a close-knit team
• A positive and flexible attitude

💙 Why Join Us?

• Work alongside Professor Helen Brough and a respected specialist team
• Supportive and collaborative environment
• Competitive self-employed rates
• Flexible ad hoc or regular clinic sessions
• Opportunities to develop specialist allergy skills
• Modern Central London facilities
• Make a meaningful difference to children and families

📩 Interested?

Please send your CV and a brief covering email to:

Tracy Kennedy, Practice Manager
📧 [email protected]

Address

215 Great Portland Street
London
W1W5PN

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5:30am
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30am
Friday	9am - 5:30am

Telephone

+442031467721

Website

http://www.childrensallergydoctors.com/, http://linktr.ee/drhelenbrough

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