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A new era in food allergy treatment has begun
There has never been more hope for treating food allergies than today. We examine current options and those on the horizon.
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22-Year-Old Woman Dies After Anaphylactic Shock from Contrast Agent: What to Know
An extremely rare reaction to contrast dye highlights the importance of discussing your allergies before any medical procedure. We dispel a common misconception about allergy to such dyes.
Breakthrough Anaphylaxis Discovery Could Lead to New Treatments
An exciting breakthrough identifies the true cause of anaphylaxis and explains why antihistamines cannot stop its progression. The research could lead to new medications or the repurposing of already approved drugs.
Off-duty firefighter in ‘full daddy mode’ saves woman with son’s auto-injector
The woman was fortunate that Capt Edlin was nearby and had access to epinephrine. Don't bet your life on a hero coming to save you: take the epinephrine along.
Professors discuss intentionally spreading tick-borne meat allergy as a ‘thought experiment’
We recognize the importance of examining ethical boundaries, but should articles like these ever be published in peer-reviewed journals? Please read the article, then share your thoughts with us.
Make sure needle-free neffy (epinephrine nasal spray) is on your back-to-school checklist this year
Get an A+ in preparation with this back-to-school checklist: Pencils. Notebooks. Lunchbox. neffy (epinephrine nasal spray). Whether they re in the classroom or the lunchroom, help them stay prepared with neffy, the only epinephrine nasal spray. Talk to a doctor about neffy or learn more at neffy.com.
You Be the Judge: Humor at the Expense of the Food Allergy Community
Jokes about people with food allergies abound, often making light of their struggles and the danger they face from anaphylaxis. The question is, what should we do about it? You Be the Judge and let us know in the comments section.
Food Allergy Statistics Everyone Should Know
Review these food allergy statistics and inform your family, friends, co-workers, and school administration.
Sign the Petition
Please sign this petition to the FDA demanding they fix allergen labeling and share it with friends, family, coworkers, social media contacts, and anyone else who might support it.
Safe Snack Guide
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Take Our Three-Question Food Allergy Label Reading Challenge
Test your label-reading skills with our challenge! This one's tough and meant to test your understanding of confusing and ambiguous US allergen labeling regulations.
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