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Food Allergy Canada · Policy overview by province
Province and territory summary of school anaphylaxis laws, orders and policies, from Ontario's Sabrina's Law to Alberta's 2020 act, with links to official sources. Updated August 2026.
Food Allergy Canada · Guide
Food Allergy Canada's guide for parents of elementary and middle school kids: meeting staff, action plans, carrying epinephrine, food policies and a back-to-school checklist.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) · Guidelines and toolkit
CDC's page on its voluntary guidelines for managing food allergies in US schools and early care and education programs, with a downloadable guide and toolkit.
Allergic Living (editor Gwen Smith) · Online magazine and news site, several posts a week
Canadian magazine and news site covering Canada and the US: food allergy news, research and treatments, recalls, school, travel and dining, plus allergy-friendly recipes.
SnackSafely.com (founder Dave Bloom) · News site, several posts a week
US food allergy news site: research and treatment news, advocacy, school and labelling issues, plus its Safe Snack Guide listing allergy-friendly products.
Charity, education, allergy alerts, school resources and monthly news
National charity for Canadians living with food allergy: education, allergy alerts, school resources, local support groups, youth mentorship and national advocacy.
FAACT (Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Connection Team), hosted by Caroline Moassessi · Podcast, weekly
Weekly interviews from FAACT on living with food allergies at every age: school, college, travel, epinephrine, burnout and research news, with advocates, clinicians and families.
Food allergy educator and musician · School shows, YouTube and Instagram
Musician and educator who uses songs, puppets and games in school assemblies, music and videos to teach kids about food allergies, staying safe and including friends.
Charity, research funding, education and advocacy
US non-profit that funds food allergy research and runs a patient registry, education, school and college resources, advocacy, a support group finder and programs for teens.
Food Allergy Canada · Downloadable plan (fillable PDF)
Fillable form for recording a person's allergies, symptoms to watch for and emergency steps, to share with schools, caregivers and others. Colour and black and white, English and French.
Non-profit, support line, webinars and training
Quebec non-profit with free food allergy services: a support line answered by a nutritionist, webinars, mentoring for the newly diagnosed, school tools and recipes. Site in French and English.
Dr. Payel Gupta and Kortney · Podcast, weekly
An allergist and a co-host who lives with food allergies explain allergy, asthma and eczema in plain language. Food allergy episodes cover testing, anaphylaxis, school, anxiety and treatment.
Charity, helpline, training and support groups
UK charity for people at risk of serious allergic reactions: helpline, AllergyWise online training, school resources and support groups. In 2026 it announced a merger with Allergy UK.
Non-profit, education, advocacy and events
US non-profit with food allergy education, school and civil rights advocacy resources, behavioural health resources, a teen retreat and Camp TAG for kids.
Megan Lavin · Recipe blog, irregular posts
Family recipes free of the top allergens, ingredient explainers and a regular Allergic Living video series on school, sports, dining out and building a child's independence.
Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) · Podcast, about monthly
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America's podcast: short expert chats on asthma and allergies, with regular food allergy episodes on treatment options, school plans and cross-reactivity.
Charity, helpline and education
Australian charity that runs the free National Allergy Helpline, with information on food and other allergies, school and childcare resources, food allergen alerts and advocacy.
Charity, research funding, campaigns and school education
UK food allergy charity (formerly the Natasha Allergy Research Foundation) that funds clinical research, campaigns for Natasha's Law and Benedict's Law, and runs the free Allergy School program.
British Society for Allergy and Clinical Immunology (BSACI) · Public guide (digital and print) and website
Public guide and website from the UK allergy specialists' society, with articles by clinicians and patient groups on food allergy, anaphylaxis, school, travel, eczema, asthma and more.
Andy Glynne · Illustrated nonfiction, 2017
Two children with anaphylactic allergies describe in their own words how it affects school, family, friends, holidays and celebrations. Based on BAFTA-winning BBC animations. Ages 9+.
Alexa Baracaia · Book, 2021
UK parent guide from diagnosis to independence: school care plans, judging real risks, parties and social life, travel and recipes. Also written for grandparents, teachers and carers.
Jessica Jacobs, illustrated by Jacquelyn Roslyn · Picture book, 2012
Six-year-old Ben learns to speak up about his peanut allergy at school, sports and parties, with support from friends and family. Includes guidance for parents.
Mireille Schwartz · Book, 2017
A parent guide to spotting reactions, testing, label reading and a safer home, plus school, restaurants, parties and travel, and helping kids learn to manage their own allergies.
Non-profit, helpline, education and advocacy
US non-profit with education on allergies, asthma and anaphylaxis, a helpline, free toolkits, school planning guides, monthly webinars and advocacy.
Charity, helpline and information resources
UK national allergy charity: helpline backed by clinical experts, factsheets, allergy translation cards, school resources, and youth and parent groups. In 2026 it announced a merger with Anaphylaxis UK.
Professional society, allergist directory and patient education
Professional society of allergists and immunologists. Public tools include a find-an-allergist directory covering the US, Canada and other countries, a conditions library and school tools.
Professional society, allergist directory and patient resources
Professional society of Canadian allergists and immunologists. Public tools include a find-an-allergist directory, an anaphylaxis action plan and patient and school resources.
American Academy of Pediatrics · Professional society, parent articles
Parenting site from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Its food allergy guide explains symptoms, testing, emergency treatment, label reading and plans for school and child care.
Allergy UK · Online, every six weeks on Mondays (sessions recorded)
Free online group for parents and carers of children with allergies to share experiences, swap strategies for school and social settings, and talk about stress and worry.
Ontario Ministry of Education · Government policy
Ontario's directive, which cites Sabrina's Law, setting out what school boards must do for students with anaphylaxis, asthma, diabetes or epilepsy, including Plans of Care and staff training.
Anaphylaxis UK · Podcast, about monthly
Anaphylaxis UK's podcast on living with serious allergies. Experts cover topics such as safer schools, weaning, immunotherapy, young adult life and the emotional impact of allergies.
Co-founder, Elijah-Alavi Foundation · Nonprofit, Instagram and X
US advocate who co-founded the Elijah-Alavi Foundation. Pushes for Elijah's Law and anaphylaxis training in child care and schools, with a focus on equal access.
Professional society, action plans and e-training
Professional society for allergy and clinical immunology in Australia and New Zealand. Publishes ASCIA Action Plans, patient fact sheets and free anaphylaxis e-training for schools and childcare.
Non-profit, training and advocacy
US non-profit working for equitable access to food allergy, asthma and anaphylaxis prevention education, with training for child care centres, schools and businesses, and advocacy.
Government of British Columbia, Ministry of Education and Child Care · Government policy page
BC Ministry of Education and Child Care page on the Anaphylaxis Protection Order and provincial framework for schools, with a sample emergency procedure plan and staff training materials.
Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) · Guide and school program
FARE's page on food allergy bullying, with resources for parents and schools and the Be a PAL program, which teaches kids how to support classmates with food allergy.
Episode · AAFAnoon Chats · Jul 29
18 min
Asthma and allergies are very common among school children. Many schools have plans in place to manage these conditions. But each school is different and each child’sneeds are different.
Blog post · Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia (A&AA) · Jun 16
If a school aged child is at risk of anaphylaxis and has been prescribed adrenaline devices, parents should provide at least one device to school. The post Adrenaline devices and allergy medication in school first appeared on Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia .
Study · European annals of allergy and clinical immunology · Sep 25
Machado R, Pádua I, Lima R, et al.
Background. Food allergy (FA) is a growing public health concern among school-aged children. Schools are high-risk settings for accidental exposures and anaphylaxis, yet staff frequently report insufficient preparedness to manage such emergencies.
Episode · Anaphylaxis UK: Let's Talk About Allergies · Sep 28
36 min
Join Dr Adrian Sie, a leading consultant in paediatrics and allergy specialist, and Tracey Dunn, Education and AllergyWise manager, as they discuss the often misunderstood topic of nut-free schools.
Episode · Food Allergy Made Easy · Sep 7, 2025
11 min
Hey food allergy mama! This episode might be controversial, but today I’m talking about why I think celebrations with food like birthday cupcakes, donuts, and cookies don’t belong in the classroom.
Blog post · Anaphylaxis UK · Aug 3
With Benedict’s Law coming into force this September, schools across the country are preparing for new safeguarding responsibilities while ensuring compliance with data protection legislation.
Episode · AllergyTalk · Jun 8
29 min
Today we are joined by Dr. Sarah Spriet, a Staff Allergist and Clinical Immunologist at Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center in Northern Virginia and an assistant editor of Allergy Watch.
Study · Nutrients · Sep 11
Noma T, Nowaki K, Nunoya M, et al.
Background/Objectives: This study examined whether sharing a class with a peer with physician-diagnosed food allergy (FA) was associated with post-intervention FA comprehension among preschool children.
Episode · AAFAnoon Chats · Sep 22
36 min
Asthma Peak Season is the time of year when asthma-related emergencies increase. It starts with children going back to school. Having increased asthma symptoms or needing emergency care are both signs of uncontrolled asthma.
Episode · AllergyTalk · Aug 20
30 min
Today we are joined by Dr. Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, the Division Director of Allergy/Immunology at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, a Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at the Herbert Wertheim School of Medicine, and an assistant editor of Allergy Watch.
Episode · AllergyTalk · Aug 20
30 min
Today we are joined by Dr. Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, the Division Director of Allergy/Immunology at Nickalus Children’s Hospital, a Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at the Herbert Wertheim School of Medicine, and an assistant editor of Allergy Watch.
Blog post · Anaphylaxis UK · Oct 8
On 1 October, Allergy UK and Anaphylaxis UK officially came together to form Allergy UK incorporating Anaphylaxis UK.
Episode · Anaphylaxis UK: Let's Talk About Allergies · Oct 7
50 min
Living with allergies goes far beyond the physical symptoms. The unseen burden - constant hyper-vigilance, endless label checks, second-guessing social situations, and the strain placed on families - can feel overwhelming.
Blog post · Anaphylaxis UK · Oct 7
2026 has been a landmark year for the allergic and anaphylactic community.
Episode · Anaphylaxis UK: Let's Talk About Allergies · Oct 1
1 h 1 min
From student flat kitchen politics to backpacking in South East Asia - living with serious allergies isn't just about reading food labels, it's about the mental load and preparation that comes with it.
Blog post · Anaphylaxis UK · Oct 1
Robbie Epsom, Anaphylaxis UK Ambassador I advise on sustainability for a living, and increasingly on AI. But the third thing I talk about is anaphylaxis.
Blog post · Canadian FAIT Foundation · Jun 13
Isabella Babicki-Moore lives with severe anaphylactic allergies to nearly all nuts, along with kiwi and mango, the kind of allergies that bring a serious risk to every school lunch, every restaurant menu, every birthday party and family celebration.
Episode · Talking Allergies · Nov 27, 2025
20 min
In this Talking Allergies episode, we meet Anthony, a young adult living with allergies, who talks about his experience with Food Allergies, Asthma and Eczema from a young age, going through primary and secondary school with allergies, desensitisation, how…
Study · Anaesthesia, critical care & pain medicine · Sep 22
Guarinos E, Bourgeois A, Lebuffe G, et al.
Background: Severe immediate perioperative hypersensitivity reactions (POH) are uncommon but potentially life-threatening events. Postoperative morbidity after suspected grade III POH when surgery is completed remains uncertain.
Blog post · Anaphylaxis UK · Sep 17
Leaving home without your adrenaline is non-negotiable. Despite the known risks, hidden barriers such as perceived social stigma mean that packing an adrenaline device often slips down the priority list for young people.
Blog post · Anaphylaxis UK · Sep 16
Living with serious allergies shouldn’t mean living on the sidelines.
Blog post · Equal Eats Blog · Aug 14
Meet the Rebuilt Equal Eats App We’ve rebuilt the Equal Eats app from the ground up. This update isn’t just a fresh coat of paint.
Blog post · Anaphylaxis UK · Aug 13
An immunotherapy treatment for house dust mite allergy has been made available through the NHS in Scotland.
Blog post · NNMG Food Allergic Families · Aug 12
It's hard to believe my son Evan is 18 years old and getting ready to start college. Such an exciting time for him and a proud time for me. So many memories he will make and what a great journey he will be on as he discovers what his future holds.
