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Anaphylaxis UK is the only UK-wide charity operating solely for the growing numbers of people at risk of serious allergic reactions and anaphylaxis. While there is currently no cure for anaphylaxis, we believe that through information, training, and support, there can be a brighter future for people living with serious allergies.

Our mission is to create a safer environment for everyone with allergies by working with and offering training for the food industry, schools, pre-schools, colleges, health professionals and others.

What is anaphylaxis?
  • right_arrow_orange_icon Anaphylaxis (pronounced ana-fil-ax-is) is a serious and often sudden allergic reaction. It is potentially life-threatening and always requires an immediate emergency response.
  • right_arrow_orange_icon It can occur when someone with allergies is exposed to something they are allergic to (known as an allergen).
  • right_arrow_orange_icon Reactions usually begin within minutes and rapidly progress but can occur up to 2-3 hours later.
  • right_arrow_orange_icon If you have experienced a sudden allergic reaction in the past, then you may be at risk of anaphylaxis even if you have not had anaphylaxis before. We advise that you see your GP and ask for a referral to an allergy clinic.

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Top resources for managing serious allergies

Here are some of the ways we support people to manage day-to-day life with a serious allergy.

Is Your School AllergyWise®?

We offer training for teachers and all school staff. We encourage a whole school allergy awareness approach – the more staff who understand allergy and how to recognise an allergic reaction, the more likely your school will be able to safely manage pupils with allergies.

Check with your school and ask if they have done our training.

Ways You Can Help

There are many ways that you can get involved with the vital work we do! Your support has a huge impact on the lives of people with serious allergies.

Your time is as valuable as your donations, so explore the button below to discover all the ways you can help us further our mission of securing a brighter future for people at risk of anaphylaxis.

Latest News from Anaphylaxis UK

All of our latest news posts. Click through to read more.

ALP Nuneaton celebrates fourth consecutive Anaphylaxis UK Allergy Aware School Award 24th March 2026

Last month, Anaphylaxis UK and Jodie Gosling, MP for Nuneaton, visited ALP Nuneaton Specialist Independent School to celebrate staff and pupils after the school achieved the Anaphylaxis UK Allergy Aware School Award for the fourth consecutive year.  Around 8% of school children
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Historic Commons announcement puts children’s allergy safety on a legal footing 11th March 2026

Press release shared on behalf of the National Allergy Strategy Group, of which Anaphylaxis UK is a member The National Allergy Strategy Group (NASG) welcomes last night’s House of Commons debate, in which the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Education,
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Why allergy awareness matters in healthcare 9th March 2026

Allergies can impact almost every aspect of daily life — from school and travel to attending a hospital appointment. That is why Anaphylaxis UK advocates for a safer, allergy-aware approach across all environments. In healthcare settings, it may be assumed
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Anaphylaxis UK's Convenient Clothes Collection

If you have a busy schedule or a large quantity of clothes to donate, Anaphylaxis UK offers a FREE pickup service.

Have your donated items collected from either your home, workplace, school or university saving you time and effort!

Allergy Alerts

Soy and Milk Alert – Seggiano Chocolate Covered Torrone AND Seggiano Pistachio and Chocolate Covered Torrone 20th March 2026

Product name: 1. Chocolate covered Torrone  Pack size: 125g Batch code: 250925 Use by: 25 September 2026 Product name: 2. Pistachio and Chocolate Covered Torrone Pack size: 125g Batch code: 011225 Use by: 01 December 2026   Seggiano is recalling
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Milk Alert – Walkers Hot Honey Crisps 6 pack 16th March 2026

Product name: Hot Honey Crisps 6 pack Pack size: 6 x 25g Batch code: GBB 584 031 Use by: 16 May 2026 Walkers is recalling Walkers Hot Honey Crisps 6 pack because some packs may contain Mild Cheese and Onion
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Hazelnut(nuts) Alert- Gü Blonde Chocolate Cheesecake 9th March 2026

Product name: Gü Blonde Chocolate Cheesecake Pack size: 2 x 82g Use by: 12 March 2026     Gü Indulgent Foods are recalling Gü Blonde Chocolate Cheesecake because of undeclared hazelnuts (nuts) which are not mentioned on the label. The
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