While food allergies are well known, allergic reactions and anaphylaxis can also be triggered by non-food allergens such as animals, medications, cosmetics — and even cold temperatures. What is Cold urticaria? Cold-induced urticaria (CU) is a type of chronic hives
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We are thrilled to announce that Anaphylaxis UK raised £19,694.75 (incl Gift Aid) in Big Give’s Christmas Challenge 2025!
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As we step into the colder months, we’ve compiled a list of top tips and things to consider during winter if you are managing serious allergies. Protecting your adrenaline devices Adrenaline Auto Injectors (AAIs) such as EpiPen or Jext should
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It’s nearly time for your donation to be doubled! We’re excited to announce that Anaphylaxis UK will be participating in the UK’s biggest collaborative fundraising campaign, and it starts next week on Tuesday 2 December.
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A recent review of community adrenaline prescriptions from 2022-2024 has revealed that many people in England may be prescribed the lower-dose adrenaline auto-injector (AAI) when they should have been upgraded to the higher dose based on their age and weight.
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Peanut allergy is one of the most common food allergies in children, affecting around 1 in 50 children in the UK. For many years, parents were told not to give peanuts to young children. But over the past decade, advice
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A master’s student in Allergy at the University of Southampton is seeking volunteers aged 18 or over who have three or more confirmed food allergies from the UK’s top 14 major allergens. Alternatively, volunteers may be the parent of a
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Whether you’re a first-time school parent or preparing to send your little one off to “big school”, choosing the right setting can feel both exciting and overwhelming. For families of children with allergies, there’s the added challenge of making sure the school not only understands
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Last Wednesday (12 November), we were proud to host our second Business Symposium — an inspiring gathering of more than 140 professionals from the food industry and regulatory sectors. Held at The Edgbaston Park Hotel and Conference Centre, the day
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