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15 May 12 - Anaphylaxis News
Allergy training leaves childcare workers in chaos, warn experts
Allergy experts have warned the lack of consistency and standards among anaphylaxis management trainers has thrown the system, designed to ensure teachers and carers can prevent life threatening reactions, into chaos.
Survey reveals the anaphylaxis concerns of travelling Canadians at risk of ...
A total of 666 Canadian adults, who were all prescreened as being at risk of anaphylaxis, a or as being responsible for a child at risk, were asked about their allergy concerns when planning a trip.
Coroner recommends sedation overhaul
Deputy State Coroner Scott Mitchell says the cause of death was either an excessive intake of adrenaline or anaphylaxis. The inquest heard Ms Grainer was given up to 20 times more adrenalin that she should have received but the sedationist Doctor ...
Wendy Mondello: Food allergy awareness week
But we were quickly immersed in the world of food allergies when Joseph experienced an anaphylactic reaction to a tiny teaspoon of yogurt when he was 9 months old.
The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network Celebrates 20-Year Anniversary and ...
FAIRFAX, Va., May 11, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN(TM)) will be celebrating 20 years of service and honoring individuals who have strived to make a difference in the lives of food allergy families at a benefit ...
Jackie lives life on the edge for son
This week is Food Allergy Awareness Week - an initiative of Anaphylaxis Australia that provides public education, research and ongoing support for sufferers.
Washington area charity event calendar for the week of May 14
The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network A nonprofit that raises public awareness, provides advocacy and education, and advances research for people affected by food allergies and anaphylaxis. 20th Anniversary Celebration@ Liaison Capitol Hill in ...
Restaurants the focus of Food Allergy Week
Tragic outcomes like that of Ms Townsend are the impetus behind Food Allergy Awareness Week, an initiative of Anaphylaxis Australia.
Winner: Rita Molloy
... a Difference in the Food Allergy Community Award in the category of School Nurse from the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network based on her "tireless efforts" on behalf of the food allergy community in the areas of awareness, education and advocacy.
Probiotics for my infant?
We discussed Type I allergies, which typically happen immediately after food consumption and cause severe reactions like hives, swelling, shortness of breath, and possibly anaphylaxis. We also discussed Type II reactions, which are much more common and ...
Boom in food allergies driving physicians nuts
Maria Said, the president of Anaphylaxis Australia, said the increase in allergies was not only putting huge pressure on childcare centres to change the way they operate but also primary and high schools.
The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network's Food Allergy Conference Returns to ...
FAIRFAX, Va., Apr 19, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN(TM)) is hosting the second of a series of Food Allergy Conferences next week -- an educational event like no other in that it brings national experts in the ...
The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network's Walks Raise More Than Just Funds for ...
Since 2004, the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN(TM)) has raised more than $14 million for food allergy awareness, advocacy, education, and research programs through its Walk for Food Allergy fundraising events.
Doctor gives evidence
A sedationist who gave adrenaline to remedy Helen Grainger's anaphylactic reaction was adamant he followed correct procedure by slowly injecting the drug.
iPhone app for food allergy sufferers launched
GS1 Australia says it has collaborated with Anaphylaxis Australia to ensure GS1 GoScan meets allergy sufferers' needs. Anaphylaxis Australia, along with major retailers, international food companies, the Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC), ...
Food Allergy Awareness Week highlights restaurant responsibilities
With the majority of allergic reactions to food occurring outside the home, Anaphylaxis Australia says the foodservice industry not only has a role to play, but a responsibility when dishing up for diners with dietary requirements or allergies.
Leading Food Allergy Organizations Unite to Combat the Rising Food Allergy Crisis
The Food Allergy Initiative (FAI) and the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) today announced their intent to merge, pending regulatory approvals.
Food allergies can affect you and the ones around you
According to the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN), there are over 15 million people affected by food allergies in the United States.
Virginia Enacts Stock Epinephrine Law to Help Protect Students with Allergies
Epinephrine is a life-saving drug used to halt anaphylactic allergic reactions. While students who have suffered anaphylactic reactions often have an epinephrine injector for their personal use at school, not all do. This was the case with Amarria ...
FDA proposal threatens access to care for asthma and allergy patients
It wasn't that long ago when asthma and severe allergies, like anaphylaxis, were treated with fumigating powders, caustic vapors, opium and stramonium cigarettes.
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