
Worldwide prevalence of allergic ailments continues to rise, with growing sensitization rates to common allergens, particularly among children. In the U.S. alone, allergies are sixth-leading cause of chronic diseases, with an annual allergy healthcare cost of over US$ 18 billion, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). A recent study of Fact.MR foresees allergy care market to continue on its steady trajectory, to exceed revenues worth US$ 5,500 Mn in 2018.