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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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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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New Partnership Between Anaphylaxis UK and the Out of School Alliance 5th November 2025

Anaphylaxis UK is delighted to announce a new partnership with the Out of School Alliance (OOSA) — a leading membership organisation supporting providers of wraparound care and holiday clubs across the UK. This collaboration will make it even easier for

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Needle-free adrenaline nasal spray EURneffy® now available in the UK 24th October 2025

Back in July, we welcomed the news that the UK medicines regulator (MHRA) had approved the country’s first needle-free adrenaline nasal spray, EURneffy® for people living with serious allergies. And in another positive step forward, EURneffy® is now available on prescription in the UK.

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Funding spare adrenaline pens for schools could save lives and millions for the NHS, study finds  24th October 2025

A new UK study led by Imperial College London, published in Archives of Disease in Childhood, finds that providing every school with spare adrenaline auto-injectors (AAIs) could improve emergency care for children and save the NHS at least £4.6 million a year. 

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Get involved in research: are you a young person living with one or more confirmed food allergies? 21st October 2025

A master’s student in Allergy at the University of Southampton is inviting young people aged 16–18 years old to take part in a research study exploring the experiences of young people with food allergies as they move away from home.

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How to make Halloween safe and fun for every child 16th October 2025

Halloween should be a night full of laughter, costumes, and community — not worry or exclusion. For families managing serious allergies, this time of year can bring extra challenges. The good news is, with a few simple steps, we can

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Pembrokeshire supermarket fined £36,000 for unsafe allergen labelling  8th October 2025

A Pembrokeshire supermarket chain has been fined £36,000 for serious food allergen labelling breaches – highlighting the importance of getting allergen information correct.  During a routine inspection in July 2024, Pembrokeshire County Council’s Environmental Health Officers found that CK’s Supermarket

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Anaphylaxis UK delighted to announce new Support Group Programme 7th October 2025

As Anaphylaxis Awareness Week 2025 comes to an end, we are delighted to announce our new volunteer-led support group programme to strengthen support for individuals and families living with serious allergies.

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PRESS RELEASE: Anaphylaxis UK shines light on the hidden mental health impact of allergies during awareness week (1–7 October) 23rd September 2025

LONDON, UK – Anaphylaxis UK is calling for greater understanding of the emotional toll of living with serious allergies – an often overlooked challenge – as part of Anaphylaxis Awareness Week (1–7 October 2025). Under the theme #TheHiddenBattleWithAllergies, the charity

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Autumn allergy safety  22nd September 2025

Autumn is a favourite time of year for many, with crisp mornings and cosy evenings, back to school and a return to normality, not to mention Halloween and Bonfire nights.  Unfortunately, allergies are still very much present and can create

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