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Overview for Healthcare Professionals on Anaphylaxis and Allergy Management

This section offers an in-depth guide for healthcare professionals in the UK, focusing on the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of anaphylaxis and allergies.

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NICE Quality Standards and Guidelines

The NICE guidelines on food allergies and anaphylaxis provide detailed recommendations for the diagnosis, management, and long-term care of individuals, particularly children and young people, at risk of allergies and anaphylaxis.
Adrenaline (epinephrine) is the emergency treatment for a serious allergic reaction.

Adrenaline and Auto-Injectors (AAIs)

Healthcare professionals are encouraged to familiarise themselves with these guidelines to ensure patients at risk of anaphylaxis are prescribed and properly equipped to manage emergency situations.
Making an Allergy Management Plan

Allergy Management Plans

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) and the British Society for Allergy & Clinical Immunology (BSACI) provide essential resources for managing anaphylaxis and allergies in children.

Free downloadable posters

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AllergyWise for Healthcare Professionals

AllergyWise® is an online e-learning course and the easiest way to learn about anaphylaxis, the risks of serious allergies and how to manage them. The courses can be worked through conveniently from your home or workplace, wherever and whenever it suits you. The courses are simple to follow with interactive diagrams and graphics which makes learning about anaphylaxis and teaching those around you easier than ever, no matter who you are or what you do.

Meet former army combat medic David Holden who now puts his skills to use teaching first aid 27th April 2018

In celebration of #WorldAllergyWeek, and as the NHS celebrates its 70th Birthday #NHS70, we are sharing stories from our Healthcare Professional Members about their work. David previously worked as an army combat medic and whilst he was stationed in Hong Kong,

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Dr Nitin Verma talks about developing Paediatric allergy services in Dubai 24th April 2018

In celebration of #WorldAllergyWeek, and as the NHS celebrates its 70th Birthday #NHS70, we thought it would be a great opportunity to showcase stories from our Healthcare Professional Members about their work. Our Healthcare Professional Membership scheme is open to

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Meet the healthcare profs of the future from the Birmingham Anaphylaxis society 23rd April 2018

In celebration of #WorldAllergyWeek, and as the NHS celebrates its 70th Birthday #NHS70, we thought it would be good to catch up with students who are studying to be the healthcare workers of the future. Lydia Scrivens, Birmingham Anaphylaxis President, explains

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Latest News for Healthcare Professionals

Oral immunotherapy shows positive results in adults with peanut allergy 27th May 2025

A new study, led by King’s College London and Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, has shown promising results, demonstrating that peanut oral immunotherapy (OIT) may be an effective treatment for adults with peanut allergies. The trial, known as
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Get involved in research: help set the agenda for future research into food allergy in children 21st May 2025

Researchers at the University of Bristol and the James Lind Alliance invite you to take part in the second phase of a UK-wide survey to prioritise the most urgent unanswered questions about childhood food allergy. This is the second part of the
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Introducing allergens during weaning 21st May 2025

Last week Anaphylaxis UK celebrated National Weaning Week 2025—a time dedicated to supporting families as they introduce solid foods to their babies. We marked the occasion by publishing a podcast, offering practical, evidence-based information on safely introducing common allergens during
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