Thirty-five per cent of kids with food allergies over the age of five have experienced bullying, teasing or harassment related to their allergies, according to a new study.
Author: Allergic Living
Sabrina’s Nutty Tale Documentary
In May 2001, CBC Radio aired a first-person radio documentary about living with food allergies. It was called “A Nutty… Read more »
Navigating the Kids’ Birthday Party with Allergies
An invitation to a birthday party is exciting news for any kid! But worries about food allergens can spoil the fun for those with allergies. Help food-allergic kids stay safe and have fun by following this expert tips.
Managing Food Allergies: The Basics
Finding out that you or your child has a serious food allergy can feel overwhelming. In the first appointment, a… Read more »
Vitamin D May Combat Mold
More praise for vitamin D. New research suggests it may be effective in treating mold allergy that is a common trigger in asthma flare-ups.
Mother Seeks Apology in Daughter’s Asthma Death
A New York mother says a police officer blocked her from getting to hospital as her daughter was having a fatal asthma attack. Now, she is asking for an apology.
Testing For Food Allergies
One of the biggest challenges for people with food allergies is to figure out exactly what’s causing the problem. North… Read more »
Year-Round Allergies Make Ragweed Worse
Study finds you might develop symptoms earlier than others also allergic to ragweed.
Food Allergy Tips for Visiting Relatives Safely
Don’t let food allergies get in the way of enjoying time with your relatives. Be polite but be firm to stay safe and ensure a peaceful get together.
Early Exposure Could Lessen Risk of Allergy
Researchers in Israel have stumbled upon an intriguing finding: after studying 13,000 infants they found that those who were introduced… Read more »