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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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Statement regarding merge of Anaphylaxis UK and Allergy UK 11th June 2026

Anaphylaxis UK and Allergy UK to merge, creating a stronger, unified voice for people living with allergy and anaphylaxis.  Anaphylaxis UK and Allergy UK today announce their intention to merge on the 1st of October, bringing together their expertise to create a more powerful, unified voice
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How to keep your kitchen allergen-safe this Christmas  12th December 2024

The holidays are a time to enjoy with family and friends, but for those with allergies, they can also bring added challenges. Whether your guests have food allergies, asthma, or other sensitivities, it’s essential to prepare your home to minimise

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Addressing the allergy education gap in UK medical training  11th December 2024

A recent report led by the British Society for Allergy & Clinical Immunology (BSACI), Shaping Allergy Training in the UK Foundation Programme: a national survey, highlights the urgent need to integrate allergy education into the early stages of medical training.

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Double at Christmas: challenge complete! 10th December 2024

We are thrilled to announce that Anaphylaxis UK raised £15,855 in the UK’s biggest collaborative fundraising campaign – Big Give’s Christmas Challenge 2024.

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Exploring alternatives to injectable adrenaline for anaphylaxis treatment 28th November 2024

This article provides an overview of the study published in Clinical & Experimental Allergy. You can read the full study here. Adrenaline is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis, a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. It is typically administered through

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Call for participants: help shape support for South Asian adults with food allergies 27th November 2024

Researchers from the University of Birmingham, University of Surrey, and the NHS are again inviting South Asian adults with food allergies to take part in an important study. The research, part of the FAIR Study (Addressing Inequalities in the Management

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Coming soon…Double the donation, double the difference 26th November 2024

Anaphylaxis UK will be taking part in the UK’s biggest collaborative fundraising campaign – Big Give’s Christmas Challenge 2024!

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The Dos and Don’ts of eating out with an allergy this Christmas 25th November 2024

Here’s a short list of Dos and Don’ts to apply to your social calendar this Christmas:

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Cold Weather Care: Protecting Your Adrenaline Auto-Injectors This Winter 22nd November 2024

Winter brings beautiful landscapes, festive cheer, and crisp air—but it also brings freezing temperatures that can pose a risk to your adrenaline auto-injectors (AAIs). Whether you’re hitting the slopes, taking winter walks, or simply dealing with cold weather in the

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An update from Food Standards Agency regarding Mustard Products and Peanut Contamination 14th November 2024

Investigation into mustard ingredients contaminated with peanuts draws to a close… As a result of this investigation, the FSA have lifted their precautionary advice to people with a peanut allergy to avoid eating foods that contain or may contain mustard, mustard powder, mustard seeds or mustard flour both in the home and when eating out as these products are now safe to eat.

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