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Author: Wendy Mondello
Grocer, Baker Face Lawsuit over Dancer’s Fatal Allergic Reaction
A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed over the fatal allergic reaction of dancer Órla Baxendale, who died after eating… Read more »
Super Bowl Champ ‘All In’ for Raising Food Allergy Awareness
The parenting playbook changed dramatically for Super Bowl champion Jason McCourty seven years ago. That’s when he witnessed his youngest… Read more »
Red Sneakers Day 2024: Expanding West for Food Allergy Impact
Get your red sneakers out, it’s almost time to make tracks for the eighth annual International Red Sneakers Day. The… Read more »
Elijah’s Law in Maryland Hailed; Action Urged in Other States
Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed Elijah’s Law on April 25, 2024. The law is designed to protect children with food… Read more »
Asthma Medications Guide: What to Know for Optimal Control
Asthma medications play an essential role in managing asthma – a chronic disease of the airways. If not well-controlled, asthma… Read more »
Teva Halts Digital Inhalers, Another Blow to Asthma Options
Inhaler options for asthma patients will shrink further when three digitally connected inhalers are discontinued on June 1, 2024. Teva… Read more »
Kentucky Boy, 8, Died from Fentanyl, Not Reaction to Strawberries
The death of an 8-year-old Kentucky boy has been ruled “fentanyl intoxication,” and not an allergic reaction, according to the… Read more »
School Football Allergy Incident: Texas Family Launches Lawsuit
The family of Texas high school football player Carter Mannon is suing his former school district over their handling of… Read more »
Price Caps on Asthma Inhalers a Big Win, But Barriers Remain
Asthma advocacy groups are applauding the move by major pharmaceutical companies to cap the price of their respiratory inhalers. The… Read more »