New research suggests a link between early-life secondhand smoke exposure and the development of food allergies.
Food Allergy News
Peanut Butter Smeared at School in Graduation “Prank”
A peanut butter smearing incident that occurred at a high school in Toronto is not being treated as a criminal… Read more »
Lupine Warning Issued to Peanut-Allergic Consumers
Updated June 1, 2017: The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is warning consumers about lupine (also called lupin), as both… Read more »
Allergic Student’s Death Could Have Been Prevented, Inquest Finds
The tragic death of a 14-year-old London student who had an allergic reaction to his school lunch might have been… Read more »
Is Expired Epinephrine OK to Use? Study Finds Longer Shelf Life Than Date Indicates
The epinephrine in auto-injectors appears to have a longer shelf life than the expiration date indicates, a California study finds.… Read more »
Family Sues, Arguing Pool Club Denied Renewal Over Food Allergies
A family in Boston says they are being discriminated against by a local pool club because of their son’s food… Read more »
Family Gets $118,000 in Allergy Discrimination Case
After-school center agrees to change epinephrine policy, giving access to kids with severe allergies.
Central Michigan University Student Charged in Alleged Peanut Hazing Incident
A college student could face jail time if convicted of the charge.
Grieving Mom Warns: Speak Up About Severe Food Allergies
Young man who died of anaphylaxis had been embarrassed about multiple food allergies.
Teen with EoE Allergy Denied Coverage for His Essential Formula
Family in desperate need of a solution after insurance company denies coverage for son’s nutritional formula.