New figures released by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) show that a worrying number of people who are allergic to animal-based products, such as egg, milk or fish, are unaware that foods labelled vegan or plant-based can still contain traces of ‘animal’ allergens, putting them at risk of an allergic reaction.
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New international guidelines published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology this April aim to support healthcare professionals using oral immunotherapy to treat patients with food allergies. The guidelines were developed by a team of 36 international experts including Anaphylaxis UK’s Clinical and Scientific Panel member Dr Paul Turner. They are not mandatory but aim to standardise the process for families considering oral immunotherapy and improve outcomes for patients.
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Neil Powell, a clinical pharmacist from Cornwall, has been awarded funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research to explore the best way to treat patients incorrectly labelled as allergic to penicillin.
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Tanya will be taking on the iconic TCS London Marathon 2024 for Anaphylaxis UK on Sunday 21 April. Running has become Tanya’s space to process her grief following the death of her 17 year old daughter, Alexandra, from anaphylaxis.
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Researchers from the University of the West of England (UWE) are seeking individuals with food intolerances, allergies, or special dietary requirements to participate in their study focusing on experiences at outdoor events.
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Researchers from the University of Nottingham would like to interview parents and caregivers of children with a diagnosed food allergy about their experiences of uncertainty so that they can provide the right help and support.
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The Civil Aviation Authority have published a review of the evidence on the risks of allergic reactions on commercial flights for those with food allergies and how to manage them. The results are reassuring, showing that the risk of a reaction in the air is up to 100 times lower than on the ground.
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Chris Soul is one of our runners flying the flag for Anaphylaxis UK at the TCS London Marathon 2024 on Sunday 21 April. Chris’s motivation to proudly wear his Anaphylaxis UK top on race day is deeply personal, with both
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Well done to Benedict Blythe Foundation for publishing their REACT report on the subject of allergies in schools.
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We’re thrilled to announce that we are partnering with ITN Business to produce an upcoming news-style programme ‘Allergy Aware’, launching on 1st October to coincide with Anaphylaxis Awareness Week.
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