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“We were told it was safe”: a family’s call for better allergy care for young adults   10th April 2026

Saavan and his family have been navigating life with serious food allergies since early childhood. While they have worked tirelessly to manage his condition, inconsistent access to specialist care and limited treatment options have created significant challenges along the way.
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“I’ve been asked to leave restaurants and sign disclaimers” 8th April 2026

Allergies are often associated with childhood — but they can develop at any stage of life. For Hong, that moment came at 30, when she was diagnosed with serious allergies. Almost overnight, she had to completely rethink her diet, with
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“I didn’t want to make a fuss – so I took risks I shouldn’t have” 7th April 2026

Luke first experienced a serious allergic reaction aged three and from that moment on, everyday life became about constant vigilance and staying safe in situations most of us take for granted. That vigilance was sometimes met with misunderstanding, exclusion, and
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Show your support for Anaphylaxis Awareness Week 2025 16th September 2025

Join us from 1st – 7th October for a week dedicated to raising awareness about anaphylaxis and supporting those affected. Over 30 years ago Anaphylaxis UK was set up with the principle objectives of preventing deaths from food-induced anaphylaxis and

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New online allergy course for school nurses 15th September 2025

Anaphylaxis UK, the UK’s only charity solely dedicated to supporting people living with serious allergies, has launched a brand-new training course for school nurses, alongside a refreshed version of its popular course for healthcare professionals.  With up to 8% of

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Do’s and don’ts of eczema care in children & adults 13th September 2025

To mark National Eczema Week 2025 (13-19 September), we’ve invited Dr Helen Brough, Consultant in Paediatric Allergy and Founder of Children’s Allergy Doctors, to share her top do’s and don’ts of eczema management in both children and adults. We spoke

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Celebrating Professional Careworkers’ Week: Spotlight on allergy training  12th September 2025

Professional Careworkers’ Week (12-19 September) is a chance to recognise and celebrate the invaluable work of careworkers who dedicate their lives to supporting others.  Careworkers play a vital role in safeguarding the health and wellbeing of those in their care,

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Anaphylaxis UK Business Symposium 2025  11th September 2025

Anaphylaxis UK is delighted to announce the return of our Business Symposium in 2025 — a leading event dedicated to advancing best practice in allergen management across the food sector.  Taking place on Wednesday 12 November 2025 at the Edgbaston

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Transitioning to university: managing serious allergies 10th September 2025

Heading off to university is an exciting milestone filled with new opportunities—but for students with serious allergies, it can also bring unique challenges. The good news is that with the right preparation, you can take control of your health and

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Supporting students with allergies: New ELSA Resources to build confidence  2nd September 2025

Over the past year, we have been highlighting an often-overlooked issue: the emotional toll of having an allergy.   For students living with allergies, the school day can present many dangers which leads to persistent anxiety, including eating in the cafeteria

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Make your school allergy-safe with our new and improved AllergyWise® for Schools resources  1st September 2025

We’re excited to announce that AllergyWise® for Schools just got even better! Our newly updated resource pack now includes a comprehensive suite of allergy-aware cooking materials — a must-have for every secondary school DT department.  Understanding allergies isn’t just important

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Wraparound care and allergy management: Are you ready for September’s changes?  28th August 2025

From 1 September 2025, new requirements will come into force for wraparound care providers under the Early Years Statutory Framework (EYFS). While expectations for private, voluntary, and independent (PVI) providers – or where Reception children attend – are clearer, school-led

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