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FDA Approves Xolair to Avert Severe Food Allergy Reactions
The Food and Drug Administration has approved omalizumab – the brand Xolair – to help those with one or more… Read more »
Film Drives Home Food Allergy Message: It’s a Disease, Not a Diet
In my video interview with FARE’s CEO Dr. Sung Poblete at the end of 2023, we discussed a new documentary… Read more »
Allergy Mom Video: Goals for a Year of School, Travel Challenges
As she explained last year, contributor Megan Lavin is a big believer in the value of setting goals. In this… Read more »
Xolair Takes Step Toward FDA Approval for Multiple Food Allergies
The use of Xolair as a treatment to protect from allergic reactions to multiple foods has moved a step closer… Read more »
Allergy Mom Video: Our First Cruise with Food Allergies was a Hit
Megan Lavin recently took her family on a six-night cruise off the coast of Mexico. They enjoyed snorkeling, fishing, cruise… Read more »
Pill That Treats Cancer Prevented Food Allergy Reactions in Study
Just a few doses of a pill used to treat blood cancers prevented allergic reactions to peanuts in adults with… Read more »
Are You Wearing Food Allergy Camouflage?
Sometimes when reading articles about food allergies, I’ll see a recurring phrase in the comments section: “People with food allergies… Read more »
Our Summer Camp Win with Food Allergies [Allergy Mom Video]
For years, Megan Lavin’s church has run a summer camp for teen boys and tweens. It’s a special annual week… Read more »
ADINA Act: The Push to Label Drugs for Food Allergens, Gluten
Adina Togal is the inspiration for a bill that would require labeling of the top 9 food allergens and gluten… Read more »