Bullying is damaging for anyone to endure, but when students are bullied because of their food allergies, the consequences can be life-threatening.
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Q&A with Celiac Expert Dr. Joseph Murray
The Mayo Clinic’s celiac guru talks about going gluten-free, who should screen for celiac, and his new book.
Easing the Stress of Teen Food Allergies
Allergy expert Jan Hanson shares how parents and teens can work together to ease the stress of allergies.
Peanut Allergy and the Skin: Q&A with Dr. Helen Brough
The skin may hold the answer to why some children develop peanut allergies before ever having peanuts, according to new research.
A Nurse Driven to Improve Food Allergy Education
She’s on the faculty at Spring Arbor University in Michigan, working with registered nurses pursuing their baccalaureate degree in nursing.… Read more »
7 Mistakes to Avoid When Advocating at a 504 Meeting
Gina Mennett Lee offers advice on how to successfully negotiate a 504 plan to ensure that your child stays allergy safe at school.
Disney to Place ‘Stock’ Auto-Injectors at Its Parks and on Cruises
EpiPens will be placed at Disney parks, resorts and cruises for emergency use.
Refused Seat On Amtrak, Allergic Teen Launches Suit
Lawyer charges that policy is a “clear and explicit example of discrimination.”
A Force of Nature for Safe Travel with Allergies
When a United Airlines flight crew said they wouldn’t make an announcement to passengers that Lianne Mandelbaum’s son, Joshua, would… Read more »
Babies’ Skin Exposure Linked to Peanut Allergy
Study finds exposure on the skin can sensitize infants to peanut – before they’ve even had a taste of it.