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Chiropractor Who Misled Food Allergy Patients Sentenced to Year in Jail, $887K Restitution for Fraud
While the prosecutor's office seemed focused on obtaining restitution for the four insurance companies that were defrauded by Darrow, we are left to wonder about the hundreds of patients seeking food allergy testing that may have been misdiagnosed. There's a moral to this story: DON'T go to a chiropractor for food allergies; seek advice from a board-certified allergist.
Your Child is Protected by Epinephrine at Home and School. What About In-Between?
Have you covered all bases regarding your child's safety on the way to school and back? Do you know the provisions your school district has in place to ensure access to epinephrine and a trained adult capable of administering it on the school bus? See the WTNH-TV news report in this article, then call your local Board of Ed if you have questions.
Study: Emergency Department Visits for Anaphylaxis have Skyrocketed Since 2008
Frightening numbers from a study by the AAAAI show the incidence of anaphylaxis is exploding in adults and children. Read this press release then redouble your efforts to ensure that you take two epinephrine auto-injectors along everywhere, every time!
FARE and GMA Support National Framework to Address Allergen Labeling
Kudos to FARE! The GMA may FINALLY be realizing the current allergen labeling practices of their member companies are severely lacking. In the meantime, consider our Allergence product screening service which provides shared line/facility information concerning 11 allergens for 2000 products manufactured by 115+ companies... information that SHOULD have been available on the label all along.
Recruitment of Infants Begins for Phase 3 Trial of Cream to Reduce Risk of Developing Allergies
Researchers believe that allergens that penetrate "leaky" infant skin contribute to the risk of developing allergic conditions like eczema, food allergies and asthma. This trial will test whether a prescription cream applied as a barrier can help protect infants from developing these conditions.
Resource from the USDA: The Food Allergy Book
Here is a GREAT resource from the US Department of Agriculture we recommend you read and share with your child's teachers, school nurse and school administration. Along with a primer on food allergies and anaphylaxis, it details the role each school employee plays in keeping your child with food allergies safe. Download your free copy and share!
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