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Lower dose EURneffy® nasal adrenaline spray approved by MHRA for younger children 30th June 2026

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved a lower-dose version of the adrenaline nasal spray, EURneffy®, for the emergency treatment of serious allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) in children aged four years and over. This adrenaline device option is
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Anaphylaxis UK welcomes launch of Natasha’s Prize 22nd June 2026

The announcement that Natasha’s Foundation has launched Natasha’s Prize – a groundbreaking £10 million fund dedicated to research into preventing allergies – has been hugely encouraging for the allergy community.  As a charity supporting people living with serious allergies, Anaphylaxis UK warmly
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NICE publishes updated anaphylaxis guidelines on assessment and referral after emergency treatment 18th June 2026

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has published updated guidance on the assessment and referral of people following emergency treatment for anaphylaxis. This new guideline replaces NICE guideline CG134 (December 2011).  The update aims to improve the
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Allergy-proof your festival experience 26th June 2025

For many people in the UK, summertime means one thing—festival season! But for those living with serious allergies, the carefree vibe of festivals can quickly turn into a source of stress. We don’t want anyone to miss out on the festival experience, so we’ve put together some top tips to help you stay safe while having a great time.

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Remember to check your sunscreen products this summer   26th June 2025

If you have a food allergy, you may need to avoid products that contain that food, or extracts from it, including cosmetics, toiletries, medicines and bath and massage oils. And sunscreen products are no exception to this, as they may

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New study reveals rising cashew nut allergy in children and unexpected almond allergy risk in adults 24th June 2025

A new study using data from the European Anaphylaxis Registry has identified important changes in which tree nuts are most likely to cause serious allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) in children and adults across Europe. The results show that cashew nuts are

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People with allergies warned not to eat imported Dubai-style chocolate products  12th June 2025

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is warning people with allergies to be cautious when buying imported Dubai-style chocolate as some products may not have clear or reliable labels.  

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Celebrating an allergy-safe Father’s Day: Fun and safe ideas for the whole family  12th June 2025

Father’s Day is a chance to celebrate everything that makes your dad special. If food allergies are part of your life, the day might take a little more planning—but that doesn’t mean it has to be any less memorable.  Whether

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Flying with allergies: our top tips   11th June 2025

With summer holidays just around the corner, many of us are preparing for exciting trips away. But for those living with allergies, the thought of travelling can bring additional stress and anxiety. If you or a loved one has serious

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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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