Studies differ on whether to test siblings of kids with food allergy – before introducing an allergenic food.
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Special Report: What Sparked the Peanut-Tainted Flour Recalls?
From growing to transportation to handling, an investigation into how peanut wound up in flour
Theater Discrimination Decision Seen as “Wake-up Call” on Allergy as Disability
The U.S. Department of Justice has found that a theater company violated a food-allergic boy’s rights.
Restaurant Owner Jailed in Allergic Man’s Death, Setting Precedent
Allergic Living speaks to U.K. detective and prosecutor on allergy manslaughter case.
Lessons from a Peanut Kiss Death: Boyfriend Didn’t Know of Allergy
Mother warns of precautions and communication needed to prevent tragedies like her daughter’s.
Panera, Ex-Worker Settle Food Allergy Harassment-on-Job Case
Resolution involves Panera statement to affirm it takes food allergies seriously.
Big Rise in Emergency Hospital Visits for Food Allergy Anaphylaxis Seen in Study
Trips to emergency department for food anaphylaxis in kids doubled in 4 years.
Cause of EoE Food Allergies Isolated in Patients, and It May Be Key to Drug Therapy
Calpain 14 regulates another protein in esophagus tissue that plays key role in EoE’s inflammatory response.
Stock Epi Used in 38% of Anaphylactic Reactions in U.S. Schools
Expanded survey looked at more than 6,500 elementary, middle and high schools.
EAT Study: Feeding 6 Allergens to Babies Safe, But Not Easy
Highly positive results seen for early peanut and egg introduction, but more study needed on other allergens.