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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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The Anaphylaxis Campaign is pleased to promote chapter 3 of Leo’s Story’, a short peanut allergy awareness animated film. 1st November 2018

Welcome to Leo’s Story Chapter 3 which brings the latest results from the pan-European APPEAL (Allergy to Peanuts impacting Emotions And Life) Study to life.  The Anaphylaxis Campaign is a member of Team APPEAL which is a large two-phase study

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Mohammed Abdul Kuddus and Harun Rashid found guilty of manslaughter following the death of Megan Lee 26th October 2018

Today Mohammed Abdul Kuddus and Harun Rashid have been found guilty of manslaughter after failing to discharge general health and safety duty to a person other than an employee and of contravening or failing to comply with EU provision concerning

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Stephanie talks to us about how glitter has helped her educate children all about severe allergies in her bid to improve allergy awareness in schools 22nd October 2018

In July of 2016, Stephanie and her family made the big move from Canada to Cardiff. For anyone, moving across oceans and time zones is an adjustment but for Stephanie there was another element to consider, her son William’s severe

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Statement on the Trial of Mohammed Abdul Kuddus and Harun Rashid following the death of Megan Lee 4th October 2018

Today Mohammed Abdul Kuddus and Harun Rashid are appearing before Manchester Crown Court having been charged with manslaughter and charges of breaking various food safety food requirements, following the death of 15-year old Megan Lee. Megan had eaten food from

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Statement following the outcome from the inquest into the death of Natasha Ednan-Laperouse 28th September 2018

Our deepest sympathies go out to the family of Natasha Ednan-Laperouse who tragedy passed away following a severe allergic reaction to Sesame. She died after eating a baguette from Pret a Manger at Heathrow airport prior to boarding a British

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Statement regarding inquest into of Natasha Ednan-Laperouse 25th September 2018

We were very saddened to learn of the death of 15-year-old Natasha Ednan-Laperouse a few years ago. The inquest started on Monday 24th September at West London coroner’s court. Natasha was known to have an allergy to sesame. She died

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Statement regarding the pre-inquest into the death of Karanbir Cheema 20th September 2018

We were very saddened to learn of the death of 13-year-old Karanbir Cheema. Our Chief Executive has been in contact with the family and attended the pre-inquest this week. Karanbir was known to have severe eczema, bronchial asthma for which

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New research reveals challenges facing young people with food allergies and intolerances 13th September 2018

Survey shows over half of young people with a food allergy or intolerance have avoided eating out in the last six months due to their condition. The results are from a bespoke survey, released by the Food Standards Agency (FSA), in

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Statement regarding the death of Sadie Bristow 11th September 2018

The Anaphylaxis Campaign is saddened to learn of the death of talented young tennis player Sadie Bristow, a 9-year-old from Canterbury, following a tragic accident in August this year as a result of a severe allergic reaction. Sadie Bristow was

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