New U.S. school guidance has been unveiled to help teachers and school staff provide a safe, inclusive environment for students… Read more »
Managing Allergies
Food Allergy Dining: Is this a Safe Restaurant or a Restaur-Not?
When my son Alex was growing up, like many children, he occasionally mispronounced certain words. Sometimes we corrected them right… Read more »
Busting Airline Nut Allergy Myths – or Upping Allergy Backlash?
The topic of flying with food allergies is once again in the news. This time, it’s not the umpteenth passenger… Read more »
Allergy Mom Video: How I ‘Cook’ in a Hotel to Manage Allergies
Does the idea of a road trip with your family – whether for school sports or vacation – fray your… Read more »
Hurricane Relief: How to Help Those Who Need Allergy-Safe Food
Updated Oct. 18, 2024 – The food allergy community is rising up to help residents impacted by the devastation of… Read more »
Childcare and Food Allergies: Our Journey from Despair to Hope
The journey of finding the right childcare for our son was no easy feat. It’s been a whirlwind of emotions.… Read more »
Video: Allergy Mom Solves ‘No Backpacks’ Rule and Carrying Epi
As Megan Lavin’s son with multiple food allergies moved up to the larger middle school this fall, a new food… Read more »
Neffy Epi Sprayers Now Available in U.S. Pharmacies and Online
Updated February 2025 – Patients with food, drug and stinging insect allergies are increasingly able to get prescriptions filled for… Read more »
Food Allergy OIT and Competitive Sports: It Can Be Done
I cannot remember my first allergic reaction. I know it was triggered by a taste of hummus at 13 months… Read more »
Video: Allergy Mom’s Crisis over Summer Camp Menu Options
Last year, Megan Lavin told Allergic Living followers about her older son’s big rite of passage: going to his church’s… Read more »