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Food Allergy
FDA Food Code Calls for Allergen Labels for Dining, Delis, Bakeries
The FDA’s latest version of its Food Code calls for allergen labeling of “unpackaged” food served at restaurants, delis, and… Read more »
Egg Allergy Life: Learning to Skate Around a Sneaky Allergen
My egg-allergic son had an allergic reaction when he was 2 years old because of a club sandwich from a… Read more »
Multiple Food Allergies ‘Remarkably Common,’ Study Finds
A new study reveals the significant size and burden of multiple food allergies in the United States. Among those with… Read more »
My Food Allergy Goals for the New Year [Allergy Mom Video]
As you think about the year ahead, it helps to have some goals – yes, even food allergy goals. Maybe… Read more »
Bread Suppliers ‘Adding Sesame’ as Seed Becomes Top Allergen
A growing number of U.S. commercial bakeries are intentionally adding sesame to some breads and baked goods, then labeling sesame… Read more »
Brilliant, Beloved College Student Dies of Nut Allergy Reaction
A college student described as a natural leader, brilliant, and much loved by his classmates and teachers has died after… Read more »
Southwest Restores Nut Allergy Pre-Board, Advocates Seek More
Southwest Airlines will once again allow travelers with peanut and nut allergies to pre-board to wipe seating areas for allergens.… Read more »
Odd Anaphylaxis: Pollen in a Scrape; Shrimp Plus Dust Mite Shots
Allergists have recently come across two odd causes for anaphylaxis. While both cases are distinct, each involves a combination of… Read more »
Peanut Oil and Allergy: When Is It Safe to Eat, When Is It Not?
Does experiencing an allergic reaction after consuming food containing peanut oil indicate a person has a peanut oil allergy? The… Read more »