Atopic March and Disease Correlation
Allergies and Asthma are often interlinked and might progress over the years. The term allergic or atopic march refers to the development of allergic conditions. Starting with atopic dermatitis, the atopic or allergic march progresses to lgE-mediated food allergy, asthma and allergic rhinitis.
In recent science, the widely-accepted concept of the allergic or atopic march has faced some criticism. Nevertheless, certain diseases are without doubt closely linked and correlated, negatively impacting people living with allergies and airways diseases.
Non-Communicable Diseases
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), non-communicable diseases (NCDs) caused 40.5 million deaths in 2016. Chronic respiratory diseases are among the four main NCDs, responsible for almost 10% of all NCD related deaths (beneath cardiovascular disease, cancer and diabetes).
The WHO 2016 – 2025 action plan on non-communicable diseases in the European Region aims at their prevention and control.