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Schools Without Stock Epinephrine Four Times More Likely to Lack Medication During Allergic Emergencies - AI-Generated

Schools Without Stock Epinephrine Four Times More Likely to Lack Medication...

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A national survey raises questions about school epinephrine policies, student safety, and the financial burden placed on families.
Even NFL Legends Have Food Allergies- Drew Brees Shares His Story

Even NFL Legends Have Food Allergies: Drew Brees Shares His Story

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NFL legend Drew Brees shares his personal experience with food allergies and emphasizes the importance of awareness and emergency preparedness.
When a Manufacturer Says Trust Us Regarding Allergen Cross Contact

When a Manufacturer Says ‘Trust Us’ Regarding Allergen Cross-Contact in Their...

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Why manufacturers’ assurances about allergen safety may be misleading, and what consumers should ask them about cross-contact and labeling practices.
Jury Awards $1.55 Million After Child Hospitalized by Undisclosed Allergen in Chocolate Wafer

Jury Awards $1.55 Million After Child Hospitalized by Undisclosed Allergen in...

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Colorado jury awards $1.55 million after child hospitalized by undisclosed hazelnuts, as court holds food distributor liable under state law.
New Review Warns of Potentially Severe Allergic Reactions to Chia Seeds - AI-Generated

New Review Warns of Potentially Severe Allergic Reactions to Chia Seeds

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A new review highlights severe chia seed allergies, possible sesame cross-reactivity, and major gaps in diagnosis and research.
New Study Finds Everyday Factors May Influence the Severity of Anaphylaxis - AI-Generated

New Study Finds Everyday Factors May Influence the Severity of Anaphylaxis

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A study of nearly 17,000 anaphylaxis cases links exercise, alcohol, infections, and medications to increases in reaction severity.
Tiny DNA Cartridge Could Simplify Detection of Hidden Food Allergens

Tiny DNA Cartridge Could Simplify Detection of Hidden Food Allergens

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Researchers developed a miniature DNA extraction cartridge that could simplify food allergen screening and help manufacturers detect hidden sesame contamination.
Safe Snack Guide and Allergence Updates!

Updates to Guides and Allergence: See Products from Our New Partners

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Welcome new partners and update your guides.
One-Third Misdiagnosed - AI-Generated

More Than One-Third of Infants Suspected of Peanut Allergy Pass Supervised...

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A landmark Australian study finds 35% of infants with suspected peanut allergies tolerate peanut during medically supervised food challenges.
Pistiner Interview

Keeping Kids with Food Allergies Safe at School: What Pediatricians Want...

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Pediatric allergist explains how accurate diagnoses, emergency plans, and age-appropriate education help protect students with food allergies at school.
Treatment Strategy for Sensitive Kids - AI-Generated

New Treatment Strategy Offers Hope for Children Too Sensitive for OIT

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Ultra-low-dose allergen drops helped 20 of 21 highly sensitive children with peanut or walnut allergies begin conventional immunotherapy.
Flying Blind JACI Commentary - AI-Generated

Anaphylaxis at 35,000 Feet: New FAA Rules Put Passengers at Risk

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Experts warn FAA proposal weakens airline anaphylaxis protections by leaving critical epinephrine requirements to airline discretion.
Vote Healthcare

Healthcare Affects Every American. Don’t Sit This Election Out

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Millions face losing health coverage as rising costs and federal policy changes put affordable healthcare further out of reach.
Pay First - AI-Generated

Woman Told to Pay $400 Before Receiving Lifesaving Epinephrine for Anaphylaxis

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A Virginia urgent care clinic demanded $400 before administering lifesaving epinephrine to a woman experiencing anaphylaxis, raising ethical concerns.
Australian Chestnut

Researchers to Investigate Plant-Based Compound as Potential Treatment for Alpha-Gal Syndrome

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Researchers are investigating a plant-derived compound that could lead to new treatments for tick-triggered alpha-gal syndrome.
Robotic Hand Holding Antibody Flask - AI-Generated

AI Designs 35,000 Antibodies in Weeks, Opening New Possibilities for Food...

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Anthropic's Claude AI generated 35,000 antibody designs, identifying promising candidates for a new approach to treating severe food allergies.
Elijah and Thomas Silvera

Elijah’s Legacy Lives On: Pennsylvania Becomes Eighth State to Enact Elijah’s...

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Pennsylvania becomes the eighth state to enact Elijah's Law, strengthening anaphylaxis preparedness and access to lifesaving epinephrine in childcare.
Restaurant Pressure - AI-Generated

Restaurants Face Growing Pressure to Get Food Allergy Safety Right

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New restaurant allergen disclosure laws are raising expectations for ingredient transparency, staff training, and food allergy safety.
Harry Kitto and Girlfriend

24-Year-Old Dies from Anaphylaxis After Café Repeatedly Assured Him Food Was...

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A 24-year-old traveler died from anaphylaxis after café staff repeatedly assured him that peanut-contaminated churros were safe.
Infant Anaphylaxis Study - AI-Generated

Most Infants with Anaphylaxis Recover After One Epinephrine Dose According to...

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New research finds most infant anaphylaxis cases are food-triggered and respond to one epinephrine dose, but some require additional treatment.
Tezspire Injection for EoE - AI-Generated

New Treatment for EoE Shows Lasting Benefits in Major Clinical Trial

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A Phase 3 trial found Tezspire significantly reduced esophageal inflammation and swallowing difficulties in patients with eosinophilic esophagitis.
Peptide Reactions

Social Media Wellness Trend Linked to 1,180 Emergency Visits, Including Anaphylaxis

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Social media's latest wellness craze is sending Australians to emergency departments with serious complications, including potentially life-threatening anaphylaxis.
Novartis Remibrutinib Phase III Trial - AI-Generated

Novartis Launches Phase III Trial of Pill That Could Help Protect...

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Novartis is testing an experimental pill that could help protect people with food allergies from accidental exposure.
FDA Anaphylm Resubmission News

FDA Accepts Anaphylm Epinephrine Resubmission, Sets March 2027 Decision Date

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The FDA accepts Anaphylm's resubmitted application, setting a March 2027 decision date for the needle-free epinephrine treatment.
Microneedle Phase 1

Microneedle Stamp for Peanut Allergy Moves Through First Human Trial

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An experimental microneedle stamp for peanut allergy is undergoing its first human safety trial, with Phase 2 efficacy testing planned next.
FAO PAL

Global Food Safety Body Sets New Standard for “May Contain” Allergen...

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International food safety experts adopt new science-based guidance to improve the reliability of "may contain" allergen warnings.
Kerry Smith and Daughter

Anaphylaxis in a Bottle: The Hidden Risk of Over-the-Counter Herbal Supplements

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The risk of herbal supplement use is a growing concern. Learn how one woman's serious reaction is prompting calls for stricter regulations.
Rhonan Kelly and Pretoria Drever

Airline Leaves Allergic Couple Grounded and Humiliated Despite their Best Efforts

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KLM left the couple with a difficult choice: stay on the flight and risk severe anaphylaxis mid-air, or leave the plane.

You Be the Judge: Woman Refuses to Continue Having Parents Treat...

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Sound off in the comments section and lend your insight to the discussion.
Xolair

FDA Grants Xolair Priority Review for Children and Adults with...

If approved, Xolair would be the first medicine to reduce allergic reactions to multiple foods following an accidental exposure.
CBS Austin Report on Lake Travis Peanut Hazing Incident

Mom Speaks Out About HS Football Teammates Intentionally Exposing Son to...

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"They might as well have loaded a gun and put it to his head."
Bryn Pharma Intranasal Epinephrine Device

Study Shows Bryn’s Epinephrine Nasal Spray Absorbed as Fast and Lasted...

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Spray was afe and generally well-tolerated with no new safety signals observed.
PowerSoul Cafe

World’s First Gluten-Free Fast Food Chain to Open in January

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Menu will include over 30 varieties of smoothies, personal pizzas, and vegan options.
Sens Schumer and Warren

Top Senate Democrats Demand FAA Require Airlines Carry Epinephrine Auto-Injectors

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The current requirement "puts airline passengers at risk."
Tomatoes

American Academy of Pediatrics Describes Benefits, Risks and Unknowns About GMO-Based...

Encourage more research into the potential health hazards of chemical herbicide residues in GMO-based foods.
Georgina Mansergh

What We Learned from the Georgina Mansergh Inquest

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Report on a death due to anaphylaxis with strategies to avoid a similar tragedy.
Advisory

Advisory: Discard Sesame-Free and Gluten-Free Editions of Safe Snack Guide Dated...

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Only Sesame-Free and Gluten-Free Editions Dated December 6 are affected.
Holiday Edition!

The Holiday Editions of the Safe Snack Guide are Here and...

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With Christmas and Chanukkah-themed goodies!
Mahomes Family

Brittany Mahomes on Rushing Her Son to the ER with Anaphylaxis...

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Both Mahomes children have severe food allergies.
Food Allergy Institute

Long Beach Institute Uses AI to Help Children Achieve Freedom from...

Artificial intelligence helps patients build tolerance at their own pace.
Eco-inject

Auto-Injectors Going Eco-Friendly?

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A UK firm promises a cheaper, sustainable, carbon net-zero auto-injector.
Manischewitz Recall

Manischewitz Issues Recall of Limited Units of Chocolate Coins, a Staple...

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It is imperative that those concerned with milk allergy heed this recall.
Proximity Challenge

Relieving Anxiety in Children and Parents: The Proximity Food Challenge

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Discuss with the allergist to determine whether such a challenge makes sense for your anxious child.
Teal-GivingTuesday

Food Allergy Non-Profits Deserving of Your Support on GivingTuesday

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On this GivingTuesday, support the non-profits that support you!
Speeding Ambulance

Anaphylaxis Guidelines Regarding What to Do After Administering Epinephrine Expected to...

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Paradigm shift based on data and cost-effectiveness analyses.
alladapt

FDA Fast Tracks Alladapt’s ADP101 for the Treatment of Single and...

Fast Track Designation accelerates ADP101's development path for the treatment of food allergies.

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