Mennett Lee, who holds a masters of education degree, founded the Food Allergy Education Network and spent many years advocating for children with food allergies from her town of Branford, Connecticut. She and fellow volunteers provided educational resources on food allergies to families, schools and local communities.
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Can Fussiness in a Child be a Sign of Allergic Reaction?
Q. Recently my mother was babysitting my son, who is 3 years old and peanut-allergic. She called me distressed; she… Read more »
‘Extremely High’ Food Allergy Rate in Inner-City Children
A new study suggests that up to 1 in 10 inner-city children is allergic to peanut, milk or egg.
Anaphylaxis in the Air: Two August Airline Incidents
A report on two recent anaphylaxis emergencies in the sky.
Milk Allergy Issues with Schools
An investigation of the most misunderstood food allergen, and how to protect milk-allergic kids at school.
Managing Milk Allergy in Canadian Schools
Cheese, milk, yogurt, pizza, popcorn, you name it – dairy is in everything. Allergic Living investigates the big challenges in keeping students allergic to dairy safe at school.
Courageous Woman Who Unites Allergy Bloggers
Her story is humbling. Two sons with multiple food allergies, and the younger has a host of other medical issues.
Is Residue on a Football a Risk for Nut Allergies?
Q: My son goes to high school this fall and wants to try out for the football team. He has peanut and nut allergies, so is there a risk of him coming in contact with nut residue on the ball? Other boys will eat products containing these foods.
College To-Do Checklist with Allergies
A checklist for any student with food allergies preparing for college.
Are Smears on a Football a Risk for Nut Allergies?
Q: My son goes to high school next fall and wants to try out for the football team. He has… Read more »