Allergic: Our Irritated Bodies in a Changing World

The Allergy Epidemic: An Exploration of Why So Many of Us Are Sick explores the growing global problem of allergies, from hay fever to peanut allergies, affecting an estimated 30-40% of the world's population.

This comprehensive and deeply researched book delves into the history of allergy science, including dangerous experiments of early immunologists and recent developments in biologics and immunotherapies offering hope to severely impacted patients.

The author, a medical anthropologist and personal allergy sufferer, shares personal experiences and insights gained from studying air quality controllers, mothers struggling with WIC benefits, and doctors at top allergy clinics worldwide.

This book provides a comprehensive understanding of allergies, their causes, and the intersecting problems of climate change, pollution, and pollen.

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