Tragedy has struck a Chicago school: 13-year-old Katelyn Carlson has died after eating Chinese food that was supposed to be safe.
Parenting & School
When The Teacher is a Food Allergy Bully
It was bad enough that Stephanie Brown’s son Jacob had allergies to corn and egg, and couldn’t eat anything his… Read more »
Bullying Rampant Among Allergic Children
Thirty-five per cent of kids with food allergies over the age of five have experienced bullying, teasing or harassment related to their allergies, according to a new study.
Navigating the Kids’ Birthday Party with Allergies
An invitation to a birthday party is exciting news for any kid! But worries about food allergens can spoil the fun for those with allergies. Help food-allergic kids stay safe and have fun by following this expert tips.
Schools that Breathe
For too long, students with asthma and allergies have suffered with
symptoms in dusty, moldy, chemical-smelling classrooms. But now some
schools are wiping the slate clean – with a healthy approach to air.
Sabrina’s Law: The Girl and the Food Allergy Law
One young girl’s tragic, likely preventable death from anaphylaxis has become the catalyst for change in Ontario. Sabrina’s Law now requires anaphylaxis safety plans in schools across the province.
Sara Shannon’s Journey with Sabrina’s Law
After tragically losing her daughter to anaphylaxis, Sara Shannon fought for legislation that requires schools in Ontario to have anaphylaxis policies. She hopes the new law will help protect students and prevent further tragedies from happening.
Food Allergies: When Treats and Food Take Over the Classroom
Curbing the frequency of fatty, sugary snacks in the classroom benefits all kids, not just those with food allergies.
Bullying Case Grabs Attention
Food allergy bullying is on the rise. With such high stakes, it’s an alarming trend that needs to be stopped.
Backlash Boards the Bus: Allergy Protocols Likened to Hysteria
From blogs to the press to esteemed medical journals, those who support anaphylaxis policies in schools are being branded as “hysterical” or “fearful” or even needing to “feel special”. Exceptional anxiety is portrayed as the rule. AL bites into: why critics love to hate food allergy.