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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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New review highlights ethnic inequalities in children’s food allergy care 21st May 2026

A new international review has highlighted important inequalities in the prevalence, management, and outcomes of IgE-mediated food allergies among children from different ethnic backgrounds. The scoping review, published in the World Allergy Organization Journal, analysed 37 studies from high-income countries
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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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Staying safe with allergies this winter  8th December 2025

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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Save the Date: The Big Give Christmas Challenge is back for 2025  27th November 2025

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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Are some patients getting the wrong dose of adrenaline? National data reveal gaps in dose switching  26th November 2025

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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 Encouraging trends in peanut allergy prevention in the US   26th November 2025

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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Get involved in research: factors affecting the choices of consumers with multiple food allergies 24th November 2025

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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Choosing a primary, infant or junior school for your child with allergies  19th November 2025

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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Reflecting on Anaphylaxis UK’s Business Symposium 2025 18th November 2025

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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What should your Adrenaline Auto-Injectors look like? 13th November 2025

Following some recent queries, we’ve put together a few tips to help you check whether your Adrenaline Auto-Injectors (AAIs) need replacing.  Adrenaline is the first-line treatment for serious allergic reactions (anaphylaxis). It is available on prescription in a pre-loaded injection

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Announcement from Anaphylaxis UK 10th November 2025

Anaphylaxis UK announces that Simon Williams has stepped down from his role as Chief Executive to pursue other opportunities.

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