Developing a food allergy in adulthood is a life-changer. Your carefree diet is out the window, and now you have auto-injectors, anaphylaxis risks, and lots of explaining. Meet those who’ve joined this brave new world.
Basics
5 Reasons Patients Shun Critical Food Challenge Tests
Allergist Dr. Scott Sicherer decided to find out why.
Anaphylaxis Severity Affects Child’s Risk for Biphasic Reaction
New research suggests that when a child experiences anaphylaxis, either the severity of the allergic response or delay in getting epinephrine are key risk factors in whether the child will go on to have a biphasic (or secondary) anaphylactic reaction.
Are You Using Your Auto-Injector Or Inhaler Correctly?
In a new study, only 16 percent of epinephrine users and 7 percent of inhaler users administered their medication perfectly.
7 Mistakes to Avoid When Advocating at a 504 Meeting
Gina Mennett Lee offers advice on how to successfully negotiate a 504 plan to ensure that your child stays allergy safe at school.
Those Who Outgrow Food Allergy Can Risk EoE
A small proportion of children who outgrow a food allergy may later develop EoE to that same food
How to Read a Label When You Have Food Allergies (Canada)
Whether you’re new to food allergies or have been dealing with them for years, figuring out what is and isn’t in the food you find at the grocery store can be daunting.
‘May Contain’ Warnings on Canadian Food Labels
These types of labels are voluntary and are not required under labelling regulations in Canada.
‘May Contain’ Warnings on Food Labels: What You Need to Know
While advisory labels can be helpful to allergic consumers, they are voluntary and are not required under labeling regulations in United States.
How to Read a Label When You Have Food Allergies
The tricks to understanding package labels with food allergies.