Tag: children

Kyle Dine and Friends

Kyle Dine Video Helps Kids Understand Food Allergies While Having the...

A wonderful resource for parents and educators.
EpiPen Shortage

Critical Shortage Forces Australians to Rely on Contaminated and Expired EpiPens

The devices are intended as an emergency treatment for young children who suffer anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction.
Emergency Department

Study: More Young Children Being Treated at ER for Anaphylaxis, Fewer...

The number of young children presenting at the ER with anaphylaxis more than doubled between 2006 and 2015.
Flu vaccine

American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement on Flu Vaccine (and Egg...

A summary of their recommendations for children including those with egg allergy.
Governor Pritzker

Illinois Enacts Law Requiring Insurance to Cover Epinephrine Auto-Injectors for Children

This legislation takes a big step forward in protecting our children and families.
Girl Eating

NIH Funds Kent State Psychologist's Project to Teach Children Food Allergy...

A Kent State University researcher with a background in safety training models has devised a method to help some children with food allergies stay safe.
Toddler eating egg

Study Highlights Triggers of Anaphylaxis in Infants, Children

According to the study, triggers for anaphylaxis can differ based on geographical region.
Sesame Seeds

Study: Sesame Allergy Common Among Children with Food Allergy in Small...

While seeking to determine IgE levels that predict clinical reactivity to sesame, this study found sesame allergy prevalent in a small cohort.
Child Thinking

Positive Mindset About Side Effects of Peanut OIT Improves Outcomes

Framing side effects as positive signs of healing significantly reduced anxiety in young children.