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After Quebec Teen’s Food Allergy Death, Her Parents Call for OIT Clinics
A Quebec teen has lost her life to a severe food-allergic reaction, and her grieving parents are not even certain… Read more »
Peanut-Allergic Teen Dies of Severe Reaction that Began at School
At Allergic Living, we’re saddened to report that Jagger Shaw, 14, has died of anaphlaxis. The teen from Papillion, Nebraska,… Read more »
Enough is Enough With the Food Allergy ‘Jokes’
Food allergies are the “Rodney Dangerfield” of diseases. They get NO respect. For years now, I have been calling out… Read more »
Girl with Milk Allergy Dies of Severe Reaction Related to Desensitization
Brooklyn Secor lit up the room with her huge smile and bright blue eyes. The 9-year-old enjoyed gymnastics and making… Read more »
After Daughter’s Food Allergy Tragedy, Idaho Family Launches Foundation
The family of an Idaho teen who died from a severe allergic reaction in late May is launching new nonprofit… Read more »
Merrill Debbs on Honoring Oakley and the Meaning of Red Sneakers Day
Merrill Debbs on the important messages of International Red Sneakers Day on May 20.
Food Allergy Cited in Deaths of 12-Year-Old and College Student
Two families are reeling from the loss of sons this past month, with anaphylaxis confirmed in one death and suspected… Read more »
Ocean City Father Dies of Shellfish Allergy Reaction
Chris Trimper, a member of an historic family in the amusement rides business, has died of a severe allergic reaction.… Read more »
Devastated Mom Speaks Out About 17-year-old’s Death Due to Nut Allergy
“Today, I will leave this hospital without my son,” Kari Wahl, mother of Brandon Cheatham, wrote in a heartbreaking social… Read more »