A new molecule DC-SIGN appears to play role in regulating immune responses to environmental allergens.

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The team of immunologists led by Dr Amir Ghaem-Maghami and Professor Farouk Shakib at The University of Nottingham has identified a new molecule DC-SIGN, which can be found on the surface of the immune cells, appears to play a role in damping down the body’s allergic response to the house dust mite.

Dr Amir Ghaem-Maghami said: “A better understanding of how the interaction between allergens and the immune system triggers allergy is vital if we are to develop more effective and efficient treatments for this debilitating condition.”

Allergy affects thousands of people around the world every day. Allergy in the worst case may be fatal. Here’s what you need to know about allergies to stay healthy.

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A new season is upon us and with it comes a fresh new range of fashion forward footwear. As with the beginning of every new fashion-forward phase, there are a few key trends to be aware of as you start to construct your summer wardrobe and in order to help you find the best styles for you, we’ve put together a quick list of our top three footwear looks and their designer-inspired equivalents on the high street.

Wedges – Wedges shoes make for a fabulous compromise between between a stiletto and a flat. A wedge heel with give you the extra height you crave whilst remaining comfortable and cool. Next.co.uk have one of the best, high street selections this season. Particular favourites come in the form of the Nude Slingback Wedges and these vertiginous Black and White Striped Wedges (below). Wear your wedges shoes with jeans, dresses and skirts alike.

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The coming of a new season dictates a whole new set of wardrobe requirements. Not only is there a change in the weather to accommodate but also a fresh batch of trends, colours, shapes and styles to work into your fashion-forward look. But if you’re shopping on a budget then you’ll want to make the most of every purchase, and, with this in mind, we’ve narrowed it down to the essentials

Bikinis – A good bikini is essential for every would-be beach babe. Weather your a Cornwall surfer girl or a cocktail queen in Spain, finding the right two piece is likely to be your biggest fashion challenge of the season. When you know what you’re looking for, bikinis can enhance all your best bits and help to cover up the rest, but finding one that’s both flattering and affordable can be a challenge. Next.co.uk have a great selection of on-trend bikinis this year, including the suits-all-sizes Cream Floral Swimwear Bandeau Top and High Leg Briefs (from the ‘Geri’ range and modelled below by ex Spice Girl herself).

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