Food Allergies
Adults, caregivers living with food allergies need improved access to psychological care
Adults and caregivers reported psychological stress caused by food allergy. However, only a fifth of patients reported seeking mental health resources, according to a study published in Allergy.
Elijah’s Law passes in California to protect children with food allergies
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Elijah’s Law, also known as AB 2317, into law in September, which was drafted to protect children with food allergies who attend childcare centers.
College students with food allergies face food insecurity, lack of options at food banks
Many food pantries are unable to accommodate and provide safe food options for college students that struggle with food allergies and food insecurity, according to a study published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.
California lawmaker introduces Protecting Children with Food Allergies Act
Congressman Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10) introduced H.R. 9550, or the “Protecting Children with Food Allergies Act,” to help make children with allergies safer in their schools.
Beyond Avoidance: IgE-Mediated Food Allergies – Therapeutic Innovations to the Rescue
This activity is supported by an educational grant from Genentech, a member of the Roche Group.
Seasonal, food allergies linked to higher alopecia areata risk
The risk of developing alopecia areata increases when both seasonal and food allergies are present, according to a study published in The European Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.
Most caregivers of children with food allergies go online at least weekly for information
More patients are using online platforms to obtain information on food, trusting professional organizations and allergists the most, according to a study published in Annals of Allergy and Asthma and Immunology.
Pediatric egg-induced anaphylaxis may present differing symptoms than other food allergies
Children experiencing egg-induced anaphylaxis may be seeing certain symptoms that differentiate them from other food-induced anaphylaxis, according to a study published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.