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Allergen labeling regulations in the US are broken, leading many to believe a product is safe from cross-contact when it isn't. Print the one-page summary for your fridge and share it with your family and your child's teacher. #foodallergies
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Oral Immunotherapy is gaining traction for the treatment of #foodallergies , but few standards exist to help guide families through the process. Researchers at McMaster have addressed that void.
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Thanks to your activism, we succeeded in having this egregiously named product removed! #foodallergies
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Take our 10-second allergen labeling quiz and see for yourself how confusing, ambiguous and dangerous US labeling regulations are! Share with everyone you know coping with food allergies and spread the knowledge. #foodallergies
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Exciting news as ARS Pharmaceuticals responds to the FDA with the additional studies required by the agency. The FDA now has 6 months to consider the nasal epinephrine device but should be able to approve it much sooner. #foodallergies #anaphylaxis
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Many missed this important update published shortly before the Holidays. Please read, then discuss with your allergist before making any changes to your emergency action plan. #foodallergies #anaphylaxis
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Yet another youngster was taken by anaphylaxis after administration of epinephrine was delayed. Please heed the advice at the conclusion of the article and ALWAYS CARRY YOUR EPINEPHRINE. #foodallergies
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This social media influencer tells an entire story about food allergies in a nine-second video viewed over 50 million times. We take a quick look at what might have gone wrong. #foodallergies
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This incredible story of Jaime Simpson and her dog Echo will absolutely melt your heart. Service dogs can provide independence for many with severe, limiting medical conditions. #anaphylaxis
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The Easter Bunny's almost here but there's still time to hop to it! Download one of our standard guides (Peanut & Tree Nut Free, Sesame Free, Dairy Free, Gluten-Free) or create your own Custom edition! #foodallergies
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Many schools throughout the US still don't require training to recognize anaphylaxis and administer epinephrine auto-injectors. Do you know which protocols your school has in place if your child suffers anaphylaxis? #foodallergies
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In this installment of our 'You Be the Judge' series, we ask you to weigh in on this father's actions. Tell us what you think in the comments section. #foodallergies
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Exciting results from this recent study show Sublingual Immunotherapy is a safe and effective option for older kids and those with a history of moderate to severe reactions who may not be candidates for OIT. #foodallergies
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It's important to understand that 'tree nuts' as designated by the FDA includes foods that are not really nuts at all. Here is an explanation along with the definitive list of foods the FDA has categorized as tree nuts. #foodallergies
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Fascinating research from Japan sheds light on some reactions that result from blood transfusions. Good to know if you have #foodallergies or care for someone who does.
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This death of a young boy is as vexing as it is heartbreaking. Here are the details along with questions we — the allergic community — absolutely need answered. #foodallergies
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