My role as food allergy advocate has been greatly inspired by the late Sabrina Shannon, a food allergy advocate herself,… Read more »
Author: Hannah Lank
Twitter Jokes About Food Allergy: the Trouble with Disease Disrespect
Lately, Iāve been seeing some food allergy ājokesā popping up on my Twitter feed. As a young adult, I can… Read more »
Pizza Mishap: Why You Canāt Let Your Guard Down with Food Allergies
College student writes about how one simple assumption she made during a vacation dinner triggered an allergic reaction.
When Non-Allergic People Stand up for Food Allergies, We All Win
There’s nothing like celebrity to draw attention to a medical condition.
The Major Lessons From My 3 Allergic Reactions
College student reflects on her experiences and what she would do differently.
Working as an NYC Barista Opened My Eyes to Food Allergy Risks
Allergic student Hannah Lank on what she learned working as a barista.
You Can Be a ‘Foodie’ with Allergies, But Also Be a Food Detective
Lately my friends have started labeling me a āfoodie,ā so as you can imagine, I like to dine out. Trying… Read more »
The Consequences of Faking a Food Allergy
People like me donāt get to choose when Iād ālikeā to have food allergies. So when a friend faked a food allergy, it send a dangerous message.
College Lessons: When a Roommate Resists Your Allergy Rules
A college student with food allergies was presented with a new set of challenges to navigate and overcome as she moved in with her first-ever roommate.
College Year One: Success With a Side of Food Allergy ‘Jokesā
Year one of living on my own with food allergies = complete!