Allergic rhinitis
SABC Health Talk: Dr McDonald talks about nasal allergies
The Allergy Clinic’s Dr Marinda McDonald appeared on SABC Health Talk to discuss nasal allergies. Watch the recording here.
In the media
Raak jou hooikoors al hoe erger? Dis nie jou verbeelding nie …
“Waar ‘n pasiënt in die verlede dalk ‘n paar weke lank ‘n vinnige seisoenale hooikoors gehad het, kan dit nou maande aanhou,” beaam dr. Marinda McDonald van die Allergy Clinic in Randburg, Johannesburg.
Gluten
Carte Blanche: Fake gluten-free labels – innocent mistake or food fraud?
Allergy Clinic founder dr. Marinda McDonald recently appeared on Carte Blanche to share her thoughts and expertise about gluten intolerance and the dangers of gluten exposure for patients with coeliac disease.
In the media
Podcast: The ins and outs of allergies
If you’re struggling to navigate the world of allergies or would like to know more about allergies in general, the podcast of this interview is a must-listen.
asthma
Podcast: Asthma and athletes – the symptoms, causes and treatment options
Athletes with asthma can continue to stay competitive despite their asthma – from a physical and regulatory point of view – provided they seek the appropriate treatment.
Anaphylaxis
Answering common questions about food allergies
What are food allergies, and how do they manifest in our bodies? In this excerpt from Real Health on DSTv’s Home Channel, The Allergy Clinic’s founder, dr. Marinda McDonald talks about what’s behind food allergies and how they can be treated.
In the media
Oral allergy syndrome
This reaction occurs because the proteins found in some fruits and vegetables are very similar to those found in pollen.
In the media
Three crucial things to manage cow’s milk allergy in infants
Parents need to monitor infants who suffer from cow’s milk allergy constantly. The management of this allergy in infants needs to be a long-term strategy given the risk of poor nutrition and reduced quality of life.
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How to diagnose and treat allergies
While allergies are most common in children, they can appear at any time and any age. Sometimes allergies disappear, only to return years later. Listen to the podcast of Relebogile Mabotja’s interview with dr McDonald to find out more about diagnosing and treating allergies.