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A Tribute to Jenson 30th April 2026

Today, we’re remembering Jenson Joseph. Losing him so young, aged just 25 on 30 April 2024, was the result of a rare anaphylactic reaction as he lay sleeping. Diagnosed with a peanut and almond allergy at the age of 21,
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Why accessible colour matters to allergy safety in schools 28th April 2026

By Marie Difolco, author of ‘Supporting Colour Blindness in Education and Beyond‘ When people think about allergy safety in schools, they rightly think about training, Individual Healthcare Plans, clear labelling and access to adrenaline devices. What they do not usually
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Nine years on: remembering Owen Carey 22nd April 2026

Today we remember Owen Carey – an 18-year-old young man who died after experiencing a fatal allergic reaction while celebrating his birthday on 22 April 2017 at a London restaurant with his family and girlfriend. Owen had multiple food allergies and made staff aware of them
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Statement regarding the inquest of Robin Wynne Williams 17th November 2023

Anaphylaxis UK is deeply saddened to learn of the death of Robin Wynne Williams, a 45-year-old construction engineer who tragically died from anaphylaxis due to a severe food allergy. Senior coroner Kate Robertson has ended the inquest into Robin’s death

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Double your donation to Anaphylaxis UK during the Big Give Christmas Challenge 2023 16th November 2023

Anaphylaxis UK will be taking part in the Big Give’s Christmas Challenge 2023. From midday 28 November to midday 5 December 2023, donations to our Big Give campaign page will be matched by our supporters The Hospital Saturday Fund. Twice the donation, twice the impact.

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Measuring water loss from the skin can predict anaphylaxis during food challenges 13th November 2023

New research finds that measuring water loss through the skin during food challenges can predict anaphylaxis before symptoms appear, increasing patient comfort and safety.

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New study shows sublingual immunotherapy is effective in young children with peanut allergy 10th November 2023

Researches in the US have completed a trial examining the safety and efficacy of sublingual immunotherapy and found it has potential for long lasting effects and is most effective in young children.

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DBV Technologies to start supplemental safety trial for peanut allergy skin patch 10th November 2023

The biopharmaceutical company DBV Technologies is due to begin two safety trials for Viaskin Peanut in two age groups, known as COMFORT Toddlers and COMFORT Children.

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Employee wins law suit after being dismissed for taking time off to recover from anaphylaxis 9th November 2023

An employee who was sacked after taking five days off work to recover from a near-fatal allergic reaction has successfully sued his employer on the grounds of disability discrimination.

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Pharmacist saves woman having a near-fatal allergic reaction to bee sting in Northern Ireland 8th November 2023

A community pharmacist in Co Down, Northern Ireland, has been celebrated as a local hero after treating a woman with adrenaline after a bee sting caused an anaphylactic reaction

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The FAIR Study – opportunity for healthcare professionals to take part 2nd November 2023

Researchers based at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital are inviting health professionals to take part in The FAIR Study to benefit patients from a South Asian Background with food allergies.

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Over half of takeaways surveyed in Newry, Northern Ireland, failed dairy free allergen test 1st November 2023

A survey by Newry Council has found that 37 out of 63 takeaway meals sampled failed a test for the presence of milk.

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