HealthMost Australians reporting penicillin allergy are not truly allergic

Evidence suggests up to 90% of Australians who report a penicillin allergy do not have one. The Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy has updated its guidance to help reduce hospital stays and address antimicrobial resistance. Experts say mistaken labels can lead to broader antibiotics, longer admissions and higher costs; patients are warned not to test penicillin on their own.

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