Food Allergies In The News
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The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network Funds Study Focusing on Anaphylaxis
February 15, 2012
FAAN's research grant program supports scientists dedicated to improving the lives of the food-allergic.
February 15, 2012
FAAN's research grant program supports scientists dedicated to improving the lives of the food-allergic.
People Need Training in Lifesaving Epinephrine Use
February 10, 2012
Currently, it's up to parents to get a prescription for an epinephrine pen and make sure that one is available for their allergic child at school. However, there's a movement to change that.
February 10, 2012
Currently, it's up to parents to get a prescription for an epinephrine pen and make sure that one is available for their allergic child at school. However, there's a movement to change that.
Sunlight Keeps Food Allergies at Bay
February 7, 2012
People who are exposed to more sunlight may be less likely to suffer from food allergies and eczema, researchers say.
February 7, 2012
People who are exposed to more sunlight may be less likely to suffer from food allergies and eczema, researchers say.
AllergyEats Informs Food Allergy Community About Important Changes To Fast Food Restaurants' Menus
January 30, 2012
AllergyEats, the most comprehensive source for finding allergy-friendly restaurants, reports details of Wendy's & Burger King's new nenus, ingredients and preparation techniques.
January 30, 2012
AllergyEats, the most comprehensive source for finding allergy-friendly restaurants, reports details of Wendy's & Burger King's new nenus, ingredients and preparation techniques.
Most People With Food Allergies Don't Have Food Allergies
January 24, 2012
About 20 percent of Americans say that they have food allergies or sensitivities, but only about 3 or 4 percent actually do have them, according to The Washington Post.
January 24, 2012
About 20 percent of Americans say that they have food allergies or sensitivities, but only about 3 or 4 percent actually do have them, according to The Washington Post.
National School Boards Association Launches New Food Allergy Policy Guide for Schools
January 9, 2012
The National School Boards Association (NSBA) has published a policy guide "Safe at School and Ready to Learn: A Comprehensive Policy Guide for Protecting Students with Life-threatening Food Allergies" to help school leaders establish policies and practices that support the safety, well-being, and academic success of students with life-threatening food allergies.
January 9, 2012
The National School Boards Association (NSBA) has published a policy guide "Safe at School and Ready to Learn: A Comprehensive Policy Guide for Protecting Students with Life-threatening Food Allergies" to help school leaders establish policies and practices that support the safety, well-being, and academic success of students with life-threatening food allergies.
Are Schools Prepared to Handle Food Allergy Emergencies?
January 7, 2012
How prepared are our schools to handle children with severe health conditions such as food allergies?
January 7, 2012
How prepared are our schools to handle children with severe health conditions such as food allergies?
More Education May Mean More Food Allergies
January 6, 2012
People with lots of education may be at risk for food allergies, though being an immigrant can be protective.
January 6, 2012
People with lots of education may be at risk for food allergies, though being an immigrant can be protective.
EpiPen Cap Warning Issued By Distributor
December 23, 2011
Taking the cap off an EpiPen incorrectly when treating a severe food allergy could potentially result in failure to deliver the drug, the distributor of the device says.
December 23, 2011
Taking the cap off an EpiPen incorrectly when treating a severe food allergy could potentially result in failure to deliver the drug, the distributor of the device says.
Peanut Allergies: Breakthrough Could Improve Diagnoses
December 16, 2011
Roughly three million Americans suffer from peanut allergies; yet current diagnostic methods don't detect every case. New findings by University of Virginia scientists, however, may allow for the development of more sensitive diagnostic tools and a better understanding of nut allergies.
December 16, 2011
Roughly three million Americans suffer from peanut allergies; yet current diagnostic methods don't detect every case. New findings by University of Virginia scientists, however, may allow for the development of more sensitive diagnostic tools and a better understanding of nut allergies.
Parents Demand Allergy Law
December 8, 2011
Following the death of a 6-year-old Montreal schoolgirl, parents of children with food allergies and support groups are calling on Quebec to make it law for all schools to institute training programs and emergency measures to deal with the potentially fatal allergic reaction known as anaphylaxis.
December 8, 2011
Following the death of a 6-year-old Montreal schoolgirl, parents of children with food allergies and support groups are calling on Quebec to make it law for all schools to institute training programs and emergency measures to deal with the potentially fatal allergic reaction known as anaphylaxis.
Navigating Holiday Parties with Food Allergies: Advice from the Editor-in-Chief at Living Without
December 8, 2011
The holidays are festive, filled with good friends and good food, but for people with food allergies and sensitivities, holiday parties can be a source of uncertainty and anxiety.
December 8, 2011
The holidays are festive, filled with good friends and good food, but for people with food allergies and sensitivities, holiday parties can be a source of uncertainty and anxiety.
Does My Baby Have Food Allergies?
December 7, 2011
Food allergies in younger children can be especially scary to parents, since adequate nutrition is vital to a baby's growth and development. To make matters even more complicated, other conditions may mimic food allergies. So how do you know what's a real food allergy and what isn't?
December 7, 2011
Food allergies in younger children can be especially scary to parents, since adequate nutrition is vital to a baby's growth and development. To make matters even more complicated, other conditions may mimic food allergies. So how do you know what's a real food allergy and what isn't?
Allergy Sufferers Should Prepare for Holiday Triggers
November 26, 2011
The holiday season can be a challenge for people with allergies and asthma, but there are a number of things they can do to protect themselves, allergists say.
November 26, 2011
The holiday season can be a challenge for people with allergies and asthma, but there are a number of things they can do to protect themselves, allergists say.
Ban Foods for Entire Family, or Just Allergic Kids?
November 25, 2011
In solidarity with family members who have food allergies, many families enforce a voluntary ban on the food or foods in question. But is that a safe and advisable practice?
November 25, 2011
In solidarity with family members who have food allergies, many families enforce a voluntary ban on the food or foods in question. But is that a safe and advisable practice?
Prevent Food Allergies From Ruining Holiday Fun
November 21, 2011
For both adults and children who suffer from a food allergy, the holidays can be a daunting time as they attend gatherings with those who may not be familiar with the issues they face.
November 21, 2011
For both adults and children who suffer from a food allergy, the holidays can be a daunting time as they attend gatherings with those who may not be familiar with the issues they face.
Harvard Medical School Adviser: Fish Allergies Can Appear Later in Life
November 13, 2011
Contrary to what many people assume about food allergies, they can crop up without warning at any time of life.
November 13, 2011
Contrary to what many people assume about food allergies, they can crop up without warning at any time of life.
Turner's Thoughts: Allergy or intolerance; what's the difference?
November 11, 2011
Though most are familiar with food allergies, food intolerances differ from a food allergy, as the immune system is not involved when a person is intolerant to a food.
November 11, 2011
Though most are familiar with food allergies, food intolerances differ from a food allergy, as the immune system is not involved when a person is intolerant to a food.
Food Allergy Sufferers Negotiate the Minefields of Dining Out
November 8, 2011
Ordering a meal causes anxiety among those who might get hives at best or go into anaphylaxis at worst, but some restaurants are trying to make things safer.
November 8, 2011
Ordering a meal causes anxiety among those who might get hives at best or go into anaphylaxis at worst, but some restaurants are trying to make things safer.
Food Allergies: The Hidden Culprit
November 7, 2011
You may have food allergies and not even know it! That's because the typical symptoms that people identify as related to allergies--watery, itchy eyes, or sinus congestion, or a rash- are just the tip of the iceberg.
November 7, 2011
You may have food allergies and not even know it! That's because the typical symptoms that people identify as related to allergies--watery, itchy eyes, or sinus congestion, or a rash- are just the tip of the iceberg.
Alcohol, Asthma and Allergies Don't Mix
November 6, 2011
Alcoholic beverages can trigger allergic reactions or exacerbate existing allergies, experts warn.
November 6, 2011
Alcoholic beverages can trigger allergic reactions or exacerbate existing allergies, experts warn.
Press Release: Most States Don't Make the Grade on Asthma & Allergy School Health
November 4, 2011
Report Finds States Lack Policies to Curb Classroom Burden of Asthma and Severe Allergies
November 4, 2011
Report Finds States Lack Policies to Curb Classroom Burden of Asthma and Severe Allergies
Dealing with Food Allergies on Halloween
October 29, 2011
Halloween may be a fun holiday but when it comes to food safety and food allergies, everyone needs to be serious, a U.S. food expert advises.
October 29, 2011
Halloween may be a fun holiday but when it comes to food safety and food allergies, everyone needs to be serious, a U.S. food expert advises.
Food Allergy More Than Disagreeable
October 25, 2011
For more than a decade, the rate of reported food allergies among Americans has steadily risen. Are the numbers accurate? A full answer is surprisingly hard to pin down.
October 25, 2011
For more than a decade, the rate of reported food allergies among Americans has steadily risen. Are the numbers accurate? A full answer is surprisingly hard to pin down.
Restaurants are Super-sizing Their Nutritional Disclosures
October 22, 2011
Fast-food chains are updating their signs and menus with more information about ingredients and pointing out potential problems for those with food allergies and other restrictions. It's a response to customer demands, but it also helps woo diners.
October 22, 2011
Fast-food chains are updating their signs and menus with more information about ingredients and pointing out potential problems for those with food allergies and other restrictions. It's a response to customer demands, but it also helps woo diners.
Researchers Engineer New Way to Inhibit Allergic Reactions Without Side Effects
October 11, 2011
Researchers from the University of Notre Dame have announced a breakthrough approach to allergy treatment that inhibits food allergies, drug allergies and asthmatic reactions without suppressing a sufferer's entire immunological system.
October 11, 2011
Researchers from the University of Notre Dame have announced a breakthrough approach to allergy treatment that inhibits food allergies, drug allergies and asthmatic reactions without suppressing a sufferer's entire immunological system.
Release: Peanut Allergy Turned Off By Tricking Immune System
October 10, 2011
Researchers have turned off a life-threatening allergic response to peanuts by tricking the immune system into thinking the nut proteins aren't a threat to the body, according to a new preclinical study from Northwestern Medicine.
October 10, 2011
Researchers have turned off a life-threatening allergic response to peanuts by tricking the immune system into thinking the nut proteins aren't a threat to the body, according to a new preclinical study from Northwestern Medicine.
Parents of Children With Food Allergies Survey
September 30, 2011
These are the published results of a survey offered by Galaxy Foods and FAAN.
September 30, 2011
These are the published results of a survey offered by Galaxy Foods and FAAN.
Non Food Items That Have Nuts in Them
September 23, 2011
A Great List of Non-Food Products Containing Nuts
September 23, 2011
A Great List of Non-Food Products Containing Nuts
Thomson Reuters-NPR Health Poll: One-in-Five US Households Have Food Allergies
August 6, 2011
One in five Americans reports having at least one household member with a food allergy or intolerance, according to the Thomson Reuters-NPR Health Poll.
August 6, 2011
One in five Americans reports having at least one household member with a food allergy or intolerance, according to the Thomson Reuters-NPR Health Poll.
Take Food Allergies Seriously; Read the Labels Very Carefully
August 3, 2011
From Tampa Bay Online; a doctor provides excellent advice to parents who suspects their child has a wheat allergy.
August 3, 2011
From Tampa Bay Online; a doctor provides excellent advice to parents who suspects their child has a wheat allergy.
Foods With Baked Milk May Help Build Tolerance In Children With Dairy Allergies
July 2, 2011
Introducing increasing amounts of foods that contain baked milk into the diets of children who have milk allergies helped a majority of them outgrow their allergies, according to a study conducted at Mount Sinai School of Medicine's Jaffe Food Allergy Institute.
July 2, 2011
Introducing increasing amounts of foods that contain baked milk into the diets of children who have milk allergies helped a majority of them outgrow their allergies, according to a study conducted at Mount Sinai School of Medicine's Jaffe Food Allergy Institute.
High Prevalence Of Childhood Food Allergy in US
June 21, 2011
A national study of food allergies in the US, the largest of its kind, finds that more children have food allergies than previously reported.
June 21, 2011
A national study of food allergies in the US, the largest of its kind, finds that more children have food allergies than previously reported.
Six Million U.S. Kids Have Food Allergies
June 20, 2011
Food allergy in children is more common than previously thought, and often is associated with severe symptoms and multiple foods, a new survey found.
June 20, 2011
Food allergy in children is more common than previously thought, and often is associated with severe symptoms and multiple foods, a new survey found.
Kudos: Disney Takes Lead on Gluten, Food Allergens
June 3, 2011
The folks at Disney are earning major kudos from people with celiac disease, gluten intolerance, and other food allergies.
June 3, 2011
The folks at Disney are earning major kudos from people with celiac disease, gluten intolerance, and other food allergies.
5 Ways Americans' Allergies Are Getting Worse
May 27, 2011
A large new study has found that the incidence of allergies is on the rise. In this article from Time, experts discuss five reasons why allergies are getting worse.
May 27, 2011
A large new study has found that the incidence of allergies is on the rise. In this article from Time, experts discuss five reasons why allergies are getting worse.
Food allergies cost $500 million a year: study
May 5, 2011
Doctor visits, hospital care, and lost work days due to food allergies come with an annual $500 million price tag, according to a new U.S. study.
May 5, 2011
Doctor visits, hospital care, and lost work days due to food allergies come with an annual $500 million price tag, according to a new U.S. study.
FAAN Names Maria Acebal as CEO
May 5, 2011
FAAN™ (The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network) today named Maria L. Acebal, J.D., as its new CEO, replacing Julia E. Bradsher, Ph.D., who was recently appointed CEO of the Global Food Protection Institute (GFPI).
May 5, 2011
FAAN™ (The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network) today named Maria L. Acebal, J.D., as its new CEO, replacing Julia E. Bradsher, Ph.D., who was recently appointed CEO of the Global Food Protection Institute (GFPI).
Survey on Management of Food Allergy in Schools and Child Care Centers
May 2, 2011
Have you had a chance to participate in the "Attitudes and Opinions about the Management of Food Allergy in Educational Settings" survey?
May 2, 2011
Have you had a chance to participate in the "Attitudes and Opinions about the Management of Food Allergy in Educational Settings" survey?
What to do when foods become allergens
May 1, 2011
Clifford W. Bassett, MD, is medical director of Allergy & Asthma Care of New York and on the faculty of the New York University School of Medicine, both in New York City. In this interview with Clinical Advisor, Dr. Bassett provides practical advice for managing food allergies in the primary-care setting.
May 1, 2011
Clifford W. Bassett, MD, is medical director of Allergy & Asthma Care of New York and on the faculty of the New York University School of Medicine, both in New York City. In this interview with Clinical Advisor, Dr. Bassett provides practical advice for managing food allergies in the primary-care setting.
Firstborns 'more likely to suffer from allergies'
April 3, 2011
Did you ever think your eldest sibling moaned more about falling ill than anyone else? It could be they had just cause. Researchers have found first-born children are more likely to suffer from allergies than their younger brothers and sisters.
April 3, 2011
Did you ever think your eldest sibling moaned more about falling ill than anyone else? It could be they had just cause. Researchers have found first-born children are more likely to suffer from allergies than their younger brothers and sisters.
FAAN Announces Winners of its Annual Awards
April 1, 2011
In recognition of their invaluable contributions to the food allergy community, FAAN (The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network) is pleased to announce the winners of its 15th Annual Mariel C. Furlong Awards for Making a Difference (MCF), Third Annual Grandparent Awards, and its Second Annual Youth Special Achievement Awards.
April 1, 2011
In recognition of their invaluable contributions to the food allergy community, FAAN (The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network) is pleased to announce the winners of its 15th Annual Mariel C. Furlong Awards for Making a Difference (MCF), Third Annual Grandparent Awards, and its Second Annual Youth Special Achievement Awards.
Gluten Free and Allergen Free Expo to be Held in Chicago
March 31, 2011
Living Without, a magazine for people with celiac disease, gluten sensitivity and food allergies, has become the title sponsor of the 4th annual Gluten & Allergen Free Expo, to be held April 29 - May 1 in Chicago.
March 31, 2011
Living Without, a magazine for people with celiac disease, gluten sensitivity and food allergies, has become the title sponsor of the 4th annual Gluten & Allergen Free Expo, to be held April 29 - May 1 in Chicago.
Fruit and Veggies May not Protect Kids From Allergy
March 3, 2011
A new study out of Sweden has questioned the notion that fruits and vegetables may help to reduce allergy in children. In fact this study comes to the opposite conclusion.
March 3, 2011
A new study out of Sweden has questioned the notion that fruits and vegetables may help to reduce allergy in children. In fact this study comes to the opposite conclusion.
5 Tips for Parenting Kids With Food Allergies
March 2, 2011
"Dealing with food allergies is so woven into my life at this point that I sometimes forget how little the rest of the world knows about them.""
March 2, 2011
"Dealing with food allergies is so woven into my life at this point that I sometimes forget how little the rest of the world knows about them.""
The Balancing Act of Allergen Labelling
March 1, 2011
The food industry has a responsibility to label allergenic ingredients as big and bold as they can - but also not to over-egg the slimmest of slim possibilities that a trace amount of an allergen may have slipped into a product.
March 1, 2011
The food industry has a responsibility to label allergenic ingredients as big and bold as they can - but also not to over-egg the slimmest of slim possibilities that a trace amount of an allergen may have slipped into a product.
Study Challenges High Rate of Peanut Allergies
February 1, 2011
Peanut allergies may be less common than previously believed, according to a new study based on allergy diagnoses in England.
February 1, 2011
Peanut allergies may be less common than previously believed, according to a new study based on allergy diagnoses in England.
Have a Food Allergy? It's Time to Recheck
January 10, 2011
There is no question that some foods, especially peanuts and shellfish, can provoke severe reactions in a small fraction of the population. But a new analysis of the best available evidence finds that many children and adults who think they have food allergies are mistaken.
January 10, 2011
There is no question that some foods, especially peanuts and shellfish, can provoke severe reactions in a small fraction of the population. But a new analysis of the best available evidence finds that many children and adults who think they have food allergies are mistaken.
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