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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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‘Natasha’s Law’ Comes into Force Today! 1st October 2021

Today is the long-awaited day that ‘Natasha’s Law’ for allergen labelling comes into force. If you are wondering what it means for you or your family, please take a look at this video. Our helpline is open 9am-5pm Mon-Fri to

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York Health Economics Consortium (YHEC, University of York) Peanut Allergy Research 24th September 2021

York Health Economics Consortium (YHEC, University of York) is running a survey to study how peanut allergy impacts on children’s quality of life. The results of the survey will not only help them better understand how peanut allergy affects a

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JCVI issues updated COVID-19 Booster advice – AstraZeneca vaccine can be considered for those who had it previously due to allergies 16th September 2021

The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has updated its advice on the COVID-19 vaccine booster programme. The full announcement can be read here :- JCVI Issues updated advice on COVID-19 booster vaccination Of particular note for people with allergies

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Statement regarding death of George Cox 2nd September 2021

We are saddened to learn of the tragic death of George Cox, aged 45, who sadly died on 28th August 2021. We would like to offer our deepest sympathies to his family at this difficult time. George suffered an allergic

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Latex in COVID-19 PCR tests – an update from NHS Test and Trace 1st September 2021

Following enquiries to the Anaphylaxis Campaign helpline about latex warnings on PCR tests supplied by NHS Test and Trace we have sought clarification and have now received an update. NHS Test and Trace have confirmed that no natural rubber latex

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A message from our Chief Executive 16th August 2021

After thirteen  very happy years as Chief Executive of the Anaphylaxis Campaign I have now decided that it is time for me to retire. I joined this marvellous charity after spending over 30 years working in the NHS. I have

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Efficacy of Palforzia in childhood peanut allergy increases over time 11th August 2021

Over a two-year period, daily use of Palforzia in those with a childhood peanut allergy led to higher level of allergen desensitisation An estimated approximately 2% of the population of Western nations has a peanut allergy. However, the prevalence in the paediatric population

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Compulsory Covid-19 vaccination for care workers 6th August 2021

COVID 19 Vaccination as a condition of deployment operational guidance has now been published by the government. You can read the full guidance here. The guidance includes new information about medical exemptions from COVID-19 vaccinations for as follows:- General guidance on

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PREPACKED FOR DIRECT SALE 3rd August 2021

Information for businesses who sell food that is prepacked for direct sale to consumers. New legislation, which will require food businesses in Scotland to include the product name and full ingredients on food sold prepacked for direct sale (PPDS), comes

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