A former inmate with celiac disease has reached a $630,500 settlement over a lack of safe, gluten-free food during his… Read more »
Managing Allergies
NY Law Brings Allergen Labeling to Deli, Bakery Packaged Foods
New Yorkers picking up a box of cookies at a bakery or a pre-wrapped sandwich from the deli will soon… Read more »
Mom Sues Airline, Alleges Crew Member Fed Child Her Allergen
A North Carolina mother is suing Qatar Airways for $5 million after her 3-year-old daughter suffered anaphylaxis during an overseas… Read more »
Megan’s Video: Son’s Food Allergy Therapy Leads to Epi Ease
Parenting contributor Megan Lavin shares in her new video about a scary food allergy situation with her tween son. However,… Read more »
Flying with Food Allergies Video: What To Know Before You Book
In this engaging video, Lianne Mandelbaum and Editor Gwen Smith discuss the new Allergic Living Airlines & Allergies Guide and… Read more »
Allergic Grad: Nut Policy Means I Can’t Fly Southwest Anymore
As a recently graduated college student previously living in Los Angeles, I know the far-reaching impact Southwest Airlines’ decision to… Read more »
Epi Spray Maker Urges FDA to Require More Study of Epi Film
Competition between epinephrine auto-injector alternatives is heating up. The neffy nasal epinephrine spray is already FDA-approved. A dissolving oral epinephrine… Read more »
Airports to Rental Cars: Unexpected Places Where Allergens Lurk
Over the years, my family has learned a lot about travel safety. Our son Alex has multiple food allergies, which… Read more »
Video: Allergy Mom’s Dining Out Boot Camp to Prep Allergic Son
This past summer, contributor Megan Lavin’s teen son signed up for a special church camp. It wasn’t your typical outdoors… Read more »
Miss America’s Teen Shines Her Spotlight on Allergy Awareness
When Tess Ferm dons her crown and sash, she feels as if she is putting on her own sparkly version… Read more »