Treatment of young toddlers with peanut oral immunotherapy (OIT) may be the key to inducing remission of peanut allergy, a… Read more »
Author: Wendy Mondello
Severe Snack Reaction: A Teen’s Trauma and Food Allergy Lawsuit
“Hey mom, we have a problem. This has nuts in it,” said Trevor Gartman, then 16, from the backseat of… Read more »
Girl with Milk Allergy Dies of Severe Reaction Related to Desensitization
Brooklyn Secor lit up the room with her huge smile and bright blue eyes. The 9-year-old enjoyed gymnastics and making… Read more »
EpiPen Lawsuit Settlement: Bulk of Award Goes to Insurers, Lawyers
A U.S. District Court judge gave final approval in November 2021 to a $345 million settlement with Pfizer Inc. and… Read more »
Food Ordering App That Meets Allergic Students’ Needs
With a few touches on his phone, Noah Lustbader orders gluten-free meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner that are ready… Read more »
Colleges That Go the Distance for Students with Food Allergies
Marissa Burk can often be found sitting in the campus dining hall, chatting with her friends while enjoying a plate… Read more »
After Daughter’s Food Allergy Tragedy, Idaho Family Launches Foundation
The family of an Idaho teen who died from a severe allergic reaction in May 2021 has launched a new… Read more »
New School Guidelines: How They Impact 504 Plans for Allergies
Amanda Bee’s 9-year-old daughter learns alongside her peers without fear of accidentally touching spilled milk or being distracted by a… Read more »
School Guidelines Recommend: No Allergy-Free Zones, More Training
Allergists have issued guidelines that call for schools and child-care centers to have staff training on anaphylaxis, allergy action plans,… Read more »