After learning about rules put in place to accommodate a peanut allergic student, parents at one Florida elementary school became outraged.
Managing Allergies
FAAMA: Inside the U.S. School Allergy Law
After years on the table, the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Management Act was finally passed. Allergic Living highlights what FAAMA means for American students at risk of anaphylaxis.
U.S. Passes School Allergy Law
The U.S. Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Management Act was signed into law by the President on Jan. 4. The aim: safety in schools.
Teen Has Fatal Reaction at Chicago School
Tragedy has struck a Chicago school: 13-year-old Katelyn Carlson has died after eating Chinese food that was supposed to be safe.
Canadian Airlines Release Food Allergy Policies
West Jet and Air Canada recently released new food allergy policies. Read up on the changes and the specifics of each.
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 »
Air Canada Unveils Allergy Policy
Air Canada’s peanut- and nut-free buffer zones are ready for takeoff. But will these accommodations really fly?
Have Kitchen, Will Hit the Ski Slopes
Our travel expert’s cool allergy-friendly places to ski.
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.
Teen Almost Kicked Off Plane
A mother’s request for a p.a. announcement about her teenage son’s peanut allergy almost got them thrown off a flight. The pilot’s concern? That the allergy was a flight risk.