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UK Launches First National Allergy Strategy to Address Crisis Affecting Millions 21st April 2026

At the start of Allergy Awareness Week, a groundbreaking coalition of charities, clinicians and patients have united to tackle decades of policy neglect with allergic disease affecting over 25% of UK population. The National Allergy Strategy aims to deliver significant
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Why allergy awareness matters in the workplace  20th April 2026

With over 20 million people across the UK living with an allergic condition, there is a significant chance that someone in your workplace, whether your colleague or a customer, has an allergy. This includes food allergies, medication allergies, and environmental triggers.  For employers, this isn’t just a
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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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SNIFFLE study finds nasal flu vaccine appears safe for egg allergic and asthmatic children 20th July 2015

New research, the SNIFFLE study, has reinforced previous findings that nasal-spray flu vaccines appear to be safe for children age two or old who have egg allergies or asthma.  In 2013 the Department of Health introduced a new winter influenza

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Impact Report 2014: The Difference We Make 20th July 2015

Anaphylaxis Campaign Impact Report 2014: The Difference We Make We are pleased to announce that our annual Impact Report is now available to view online. At the beginning of each year we reflect on the year that has passed; the

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Consensus statement on allergen thresholds produced by the Global Food Protection Institute 20th July 2015

The Global Food Protection Institute met in Fairfax, VA, USA on 24th September to discuss Preventive Controls and Allergen Management in the Manufacturing Environment.  One of the main topics covered at the symposium was threshold levels, or reference doses, an

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The Anaphylaxis Campaign welcomes Dr. Anna Murphy to our Clinical and Scientific Panel 20th July 2015

It’s a brand new year and a brand new member for us here at the Anaphylaxis Campaign, as Dr Anna Murphy will be joining us as of January 2013 to bring her expertise and experience to our Clinical and Scientific

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The horse meat scandal & food allergen labelling: The bigger picture 20th July 2015

18/02/2013 In light of the recent horse meat scandal, whereby various processed meat products from multiple companies have been found to contain up to 100% horse meat instead of the advertised beef mince, we were contacted by a number of

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EAACI issues European Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Public Declaration 20th July 2015

27/02/13 EAACI calls on EU and national health policy makers to introduce food allergy education and information campaigns to raise awareness Clear food labelling policies that will help patients better manage their condition Availability to research funds to find a

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Want to find the best places for allergy-friendly dining and travel? 20th July 2015

28/02/2013 We understand that getting out and about when you or a family member has a severe allergy can be daunting. You can end up feeling so stressed worrying about whether you can trust a place to understand your needs

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New Dietary Advice for Early Introduction of Allergenic Foods 20th July 2015

08/03/2013 The merits and pitffalls of early introduction of allergenic foods to children have long been debated. Two knew contributions have become available this week addressing issues around this controversial topic. An article published this week in The Wall Street Journal

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New EU Food Information Regulations ?What you need to know for 13th December 2014 20th July 2015

The new EU Food Information for Consumers Regulation will mean that information about allergenic ingredients will have to be made available for non-pre-packed as well as pre-packed foods. The aim is to make information clearer and more consistent. The new

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