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Protecting your adrenaline auto-injectors this summer  9th July 2025

Now that summer is finally here, it’s important to think about how warmer weather can affect your medications—especially if you have serious allergies. Adrenaline auto-injectors (AAIs) are life-saving devices used to treat serious allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), and they require proper
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Get involved in research: are you a parent or caregiver of an infant aged 0-17 weeks? 27th June 2025

Researchers at the University of Southampton are inviting parents and caregivers of young infants to take part in a research study to help prevent food allergy in babies. This research is part of a doctorate project led by Karen Wright,
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Allergy-proof your festival experience 26th June 2025

For many people in the UK, summertime means one thing—festival season! But for those living with serious allergies, the carefree vibe of festivals can quickly turn into a source of stress. We don’t want anyone to miss out on the festival experience, so we’ve put together some top tips to help you stay safe while having a great time.
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Goats’ milk formula not a solution for cows’ milk allergic infants 20th July 2015

In February, an amendment to the infant formulae and follow-on formulae regulation came into effect. This amendment permits goats’ milk infant formula and follow-on formula to be sold on the UK market. At this time, the Food Standards Agency expects

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Anaphylaxis Campaign statement on link between anticholinergic antihistamine and dementia 20th July 2015

Statement regarding recent study linking commonly used medicines, including over-the-counter anticholinergic antihistamine treatments for conditions such as hay-fever, to dementia. A recent study found there may be a link between commonly used medicines, including some first-generation antihistamines, and dementia. The BBC

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FSA Statement about Cumin Swap 20th July 2015

Last week The FSA  issued an alert to people with nut allergies about a batch of ground cumin sold by The Barts Ingredients Company Ltd which was found to contain traces of almond protein not listed on the label. The

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Today, 24th July 2014, the Parliamentary Office for Science and Technology has published its report on childhood allergy 20th July 2015

Summary In the UK, 40-50% of children have at least one diagnosed allergy. The increased prevalence of allergies negatively impacts affected children’s quality of life and puts pressure on health services. This 'Postnote' discusses the causes and extent of allergic

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Anaphylaxis Campaign joins Specialised Healthcare Alliance 20th July 2015

The Anaphylaxis Campaign has become a member of the Specialised Healthcare Alliance (SHCA), the group campaigning on behalf of people with rare and complex conditions. The Alliance is a coalition of 100 patient-related organisations, supported by 14 corporate members, all

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Preventing harm to people with drug allergies – New NICE guidelines September 2014 20th July 2015

Every year, around 62,000 people in England have a serious allergic reaction to a drug which puts them in hospital. NICE has published its first guideline on drug allergy in adults, children and young people, which aims to dispel confusion

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London reception marks 20 Years of the Anaphylaxis Campaign – Monday 8th September 2014 20th July 2015

The event held at Governors’ Hall, St Thomas’ Hospital highlighted the Charity’s achievements over the last 20 years and honoured instrumental figures in accomplishing important milestones, such as changes to food labelling and the establishment of many of the UK’s

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Prescription Charges Coalition responds to the Barker Commission Recommendations on Prescription Charges 20th July 2015

The Prescription Charges Coalition has issued a statement in response to proposals from the Barker Commission which recommend some fundamental changes to prescription charges in order to raise a potential additional £1 billion revenue for the NHS. These include the

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