We sought out the teenage perspective on staying safe with food allergies.
Food Allergy
Cell Discovery May Answer Who’s at Risk of Severe Allergic Reaction
A cell that produces an inflammatory immune protein may amplify anaphylaxis.
Peanut Patch Builds Tolerance Better Over Longer Period: Study
In children, Viaskin Peanut built more allergen tolerance when used over two years.
Allergic Living’s DIY Teal Wizard and Witch Costume
Teal Witch / Wizard Hat Supplies Basic black witch / wizard style hat (party supply store / dollar store) Teal… Read more »
North Carolina Teenager Dies from Food Allergy Reaction
Food allergy tragedy has struck a young person again. Morgan Elizabeth Crutchfield, 17, has died.
Beyond the Eye Roll and Tune Out: How to Talk to Teens About Food Allergies
A young person’s ability to learn from us depends on a few variables and should always be based on his… Read more »
Teen Dies of Suspected Anaphylaxis After Eating Peanut Snack at School Bonfire
Simon Katz, 16, of Littleton, Colorado had been celebrating homecoming.
Nutty Labels: Investigating Starbucks’ ‘Nut’ Syrup
We investigated Starbucks’ seasonal beverages, finding that what’s called a nut isn’t always made from nuts
First-Year College Student Dies of Severe Allergic Reaction
Andrea Mariano, 18, had just moved from home to attend university.
Lawsuits in Amarria Johnson Peanut Allergy Death are Settled
Two lawsuits filed by the mother of Amarria Johnson, the 7-year-old Virginia girl who died from eating a single peanut… Read more »