As of the spring of 2017, no longer are there any food prohibitions in the schools of the main Montreal… Read more »
Parenting & School
Teacher to Teacher: Let’s Talk Food Allergies in Your Class
Let’s talk, teacher to teacher, about keeping students safely included.
Simon Katz’s Friends on Allergy Tragedy: What We Wish We’d Known
Editor’s Note: Fatal anaphylaxis from food allergy is a terrible way to lose a loved one or friend. An allergic… Read more »
Survey Shows Gaps in Teachers’ Ability to Give an Epinephrine Shot
Many schools don’t have a full-time nurse, yet teachers aren’t permitted to use auto-injectors.
Why “Pet-Free” College Housing Isn’t What It Seems
It’s crucial to notify your college of pet allergies and asthma when you enroll.
Studying Abroad with Food Allergies: An Experience Not To Be Missed
Imagine being in the Chateau De Sers in the south of France nestled in rolling hills, with sunrises and sunsets… Read more »
7 Tips to Help You Let Go of Food Allergy Fears & Anxiety
It’s time to warm up to the idea of experiencing life with food allergies.
Activists Fear Backlash Could Harm Stock Epi Access, Leave Students Vulnerable
Mother-of-three Christina Casado had never heard of an epinephrine auto-injector, until the device was used to save her son’s life.
Field Trips & Food Allergies: Staying Safe Beyond the Classroom
School field trips are rewarding, but allergy hazards can lurk in unfamiliar terrain. Allergic Living explores the right way to… Read more »
6 Steps to a Successful Field Trip with Food Allergies
While field trips have the potential for danger, they are an important part of your child’s education, and worth the effort.