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Children with a low reaction dose to CN were significantly more at risk to have an allergy to pistachio (P = .01). CONCLUSION A low reaction dose to CN seems to be a predictive factor of allergy to pistachio in children allergic to CN. In order to limit unnecessary food eviction, a pistachio OFC should be performed in children having high reaction dose whatever the importance of the skin or the specific IgE sensitization to pistachio. © 2020 EAACI and John Wiley and Sons A/S. Published by John Wiley and Sons Ltd.INTRODUCTION The prevalence of azole resistance in C. parapsilosis is very low in most parts of the world. However, South Africa has reported an exceptionally high prevalence of azole resistance in C. parapsilosis strains isolated from candidaemia cases. We aimed to determine the possible molecular mechanisms of fluconazole resistance in C. parapsilosis isolates obtained through surveillance at a large neonatal unit at a South African academic hospital. METHODS We sequenced the ERG11 and MRR1 genes of C. parapsilosis isolates recovered from cases of neonatal candidemia, followed by microsatellite genotyping. A total of 73 isolates with antifungal susceptibility results were analysed. RESULTS Of these, 57 (78%) were resistant, 11 (15%) susceptible-dose-dependent and 5 (7%) susceptible. The most commonly identified amino acid substitution within the ERG11 gene was Y132F in 68% (39/57) of fluconazole-resistant isolates and none in susceptible isolates. Three amino acid substitutions (R405K, G583R, and A619V) and 1 nucleotide deletion at position 1331 were identified within MRR1 gene in 19 (26%) isolates. Microsatellite genotyping grouped isolates into four clusters (50 isolates). Cluster 1 accounted for 23% (17/73) of all cases, cluster 2 for 22% (16/73), cluster 3 for 14% (10/73) and cluster 4 for 10% (7/73). We found an association between cluster type and fluconazole resistance (p-value=0.004). Isolates harboring the Y132F substitution were more likely to belong to a cluster than non-Y132F isolates. CONCLUSION Fluconazole resistance in C. parapsilosis strains from a single South African neonatal unit was associated with cluster type and predominantly driven by Y123F amino acid substitutions in the ERG11 gene. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.AIMS To synthesize primary research into the impact of person-centred diabetes self-management education, and support that targets people with type 2 diabetes, on behavioural, psychosocial and cardiometabolic outcomes and to identify effective mechanisms underlying positive outcomes of person-centred diabetes self-management education and support. METHODS Using Whittemore and Knafl's integrative review method, we conducted a systematic search of peer-reviewed literature published between January 2008 and June 2019 using PubMed, Scopus and CINAHL. After article selection according to established criteria, study quality was assessed using Critical Appraisal Skills Programme checklists for cohort studies, randomized controlled trials and qualitative research. RESULTS From 1901 identified records, 22 (19 quantitative, two qualitative, and one mixed methods) were considered eligible for inclusion. Interventions were categorized by content, medium of delivery, and outcomes. Qualitative studies, quantitative cohort studies and randomized controlled trials demonstrated positive outcomes, with no differences in success rates across study design. Interventions were largely successful in improving HbA1c and patient-reported outcomes such as quality of life but had limited success in lowering cholesterol and weight, or initiating long-term improvements in lifestyle behaviours. Primary objectives were achieved more often than secondary objectives, and studies with fewer outcomes appeared more successful in achieving specific outcomes. CONCLUSIONS Person-centred diabetes self-management education and support has demonstrated a considerable impact on desired diabetes-related outcomes in people with type 2 diabetes. To advance the field further, new studies should take advantage of systematic and transparent approaches to person-centred diabetes self-management education. © 2020 Diabetes UK.BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic, painful, debilitating disease that may present in the pediatric years. Overweight and obesity are believed to worsen disease severity, but many patients do not receive counseling regarding weight control. The objective of this study is to examine the percentage of hidradenitis suppurativa patients who receive weight counseling as a part of their disease management and which specialties primarily care for these patients. METHODS We performed a retrospective chart review of pediatric hidradenitis suppurativa patients between January 2011 and October 2018. Demographic data, height, weight, body mass index, body mass index percentiles, number of visits per department, referrals to the Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition, and referring provider department data were collected. RESULTS A total of 535 pediatric hidradenitis suppurativa patients were reviewed; 79.6% were female, and the mean age at diagnosis was 14.5 years. 11.6% of patients were overweight, and 54.2% were obese. 32.1% of overweight and obese hidradenitis suppurativa patients received a referral to the Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition. The majority of referrals were placed by Primary Care. Dermatology placed 7.1% of the referrals to the Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition for these patients. CONCLUSIONS The results suggest that there is a need for increased awareness, education, and counseling on weight management and nutrition for pediatric hidradenitis suppurativa patients. Further studies are needed to determine the success of counseling on weight control and disease severity. © 2020 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.Elevated levels of lead have been found in waterfowl, due to human activities. Lead may cause immunomodulatory effects, but the mechanisms are largely unknown, especially upon viral challenges. To characterize avian immunomodulatory hazards of Pb2+ , we used chicken macrophage (HD-11) and B-lymphocyte (DT40) cell lines, as in vitro models for the innate and adaptive immune system respectively. The cells were activated via toll-like receptor-3 (TLR3) by polyinosinic-polycytidylic acid sodium salt (poly IC), mimicking viral infections. Our results indicate that Pb2+ is cytotoxic to both cell lines, macrophages being more sensitive. De novo synthesis of glutathione (GSH) plays an important role in protecting macrophages from Pb2+ intoxication, which might also be closely involved in the induction of nitric oxide upon Pb2+ exposure. Stimulatory effects on cell proliferation were noticed at non-cytotoxic Pb2+ concentrations as well. https://www.selleckchem.com/products/idf-11774.html Pb2+ exposure could also affect the inflammatory status by inhibiting the pro-inflammatory interferon (IFN)-γ while promoting the anti-inflammatory type I IFNs production in both macrophages and B-cells, and increasing intracellular IgM levels in B-cells.