Young & allergic
We know how tough it is being a young and trying to handle your severe allergy. There are so many things going on at this time in life, like school and college, going out and socialising, travelling and university, friends, family and other relationships, but managing an allergy independently for the first time on top of all this can make things even more difficult.
We want to help you to face these challenges with all the best information and support available so that you can get on with life, just like you want to!
Information & Advice
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Information & advice
Helpline
01252 542029 | info@anaphylaxis.org.uk
Got a burning question? Give us a call or drop us an email and our lovely helpline team you will help you out, whatever it is!
We can offer information and advice on:
- managing your allergy at school &college
- going away to university
- friendships, relationships & bullying
- holidays, travelling and staying away from home
- eating out & take aways
...and anything else you'd like to know!
Call our helpline team directly on the number above or email them to get your question answered or information on a particular area of managing your allergy.
You can also send us a private message on Facebook or Tweet or direct message us on Twitter and we'll get back to you as soon as possible with an answer!
Download our Factsheets
It doesn't matter if you're allergic to nuts, fish, milk or...almost anything really! We've got a host of Factsheets available on all the major allergens and some general allergy stuff too. They're free to download and give you the best information on how to recognise, manage and understand your allergy so get downloading today!
Check out other young people's stories
See how other people like you handle their allergy and get on with life.
Download our Anaphylaxis App
Researchers from Applied Research Centre for Health and Lifestyle Interventions at Coventry University in collaboration with Anaphylaxis Campaign recently developed an app for people at risk of anaphylaxis.
It is designed to help you manage your condition on the go and can also provide help and guidance in an emergency situation.
Get the app now!
Check out our Workshop & Support Group programme
Meet others like you in your area and share experiences, plus learn how to handle your allergy independently!
Check out our programme of events to find one in your area.
Take the AllergyWise online course
We know you're busy but our AllergyWise online learning course is really quick and easy. It can help you learn to manage your allergy completely independently and let parents and friends see that you've got it covered - so they don't need to worry!
Get involved!
Join the conversation on Facebook & Twitter
Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for loads of fun stuff, plus news and updates. You can also share you views and ask questions, plus find loads of other people like you.
Become a member
If you're over 18 we'd love to have you as part of our community of members, so you know exactly where to go for support, information and understanding.
Become a friend
Support us and stay up to date with all the latest without breaking the bank.
Tell us your story
Send us your story or let us know if you'd like to be interviewed and we'll ask you some questions about what it's like for you living with allergy. You can also send us your video story now for our very own YouTube channel!
Stuck for what to do? Check out what other people have sent us and our video stories section.
Volunteer for us
Want to boost your CV and help a cause that you're passionate about at the same time? Well then volunteering with Anaphylaxis Campaign is for you!
Check out how you can get volunteering for us here.
NASG Youth Forum
Check out the National Allergy Strategy Group's (NASG) Youth Forum and get involved!
