U.S. schools may be able to receive neffy epinephrine nasal sprayers at no cost for use in allergy emergencies. ARS… Read more »
Managing Allergies
Allergy Mom Video: the Silver Lining in a ‘Failed’ Food Challenge
Megan Lavin is a fan of oral food challenges (or OFCs). They’ve allowed her two boys with multiple food allergies… Read more »
Airlines, Allergies Study: Stress, Insensitivity and Big Opportunity
A recently published global study finds flying with food allergies to be a big cause of anxiety. So what’s making… Read more »
New School Food Allergy Guidance Hailed as ‘Clear, Actionable’
New U.S. school guidance has been unveiled to help teachers and school staff provide a safe, inclusive environment for students… Read more »
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 »