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Re: Food Allergy Test: What Does It Mean?
Maggie - I would say discussion about egg free flu shots is outside the scope of this particular blog post - but I can tell you we will be doing a blog post in the near future about egg allergy and flu vaccine, so that should provide some more insight on this issue. Stay tuned! Deidre - negative test results are usually accurate, but in a small percentage of cases, children can react with negative test results. That is why it's important to get evaluated by an allergist, since they are most...
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Re: Food Allergy Test: What Does It Mean?
Yes, we've been seeing allergists since she was 6 or 9 months old. We have moved a couple of times and had to switch allergists and it can be confusing, some say lip swelling alone is anaphylaxis, what she had with banana and mustard, and some say it's not. It's hard when allergist's don't agree.
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Re: New Epinephrine Study Shows Alarming Results
@ Wendy Mains-- I think I know why your child had to use his epi pen so many times in the ER/hospital. Hospitals are FILLED with corn-derived products. I am also corn-allergic. I found out the hard way, after a lifetime (I'm in my 50s!) of migraines, joint pains, spontaneous vomiting seemingly without a cause, I ended up at the big famous institution in Minnesota. The immunologist looked at the results of a basic saliva genetic test that I had purchased and had processed. He said I should...
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Re: New Epinephrine Study Shows Alarming Results
Wow Rose, thanks for sharing your story. My kids were both highly sensitive to corn and derivatives when they were little. Both outgrew it by middle school, but it was a real challenge to avoid and many just wouldn't believe where corn hid and that the highly processed stuff could possibly be an issue. Thankfully mine were not anaphylactic.
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Re: Flying with Food Allergies (Free Webinar)
Here's the recording of this webinar: Flying with Food Allergies - Video and Resources
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Re: New Epinephrine Study Shows Alarming Results
Dear Dr. my son has severe cow milk allergy and we live in Kuwait. Is this allergy supposed to disappear or the symptoms alleviate by age. He is now three years and half and was diagnosed as milk allergy when he was 6 months old.
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Re: New Epinephrine Study Shows Alarming Results
Hi Aboreem1969 - welcome to KFA! There is no absolute time line for outgrowing a food allergy (not reacting anymore). How has your son's allergy been monitored? Has he been tested periodically to see if the numbers are decreasing? Has he eaten anything with milk recently and still showing reactions?
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Re: New Epinephrine Study Shows Alarming Results
As the mother of a son with an anaphylactic alergy to corn I can't stress the importance of carrying the epipen at all times even when food intake is not planned. He has been tested thoroughly and his only allergy is corn so we know if he has a reaction then corn was present and his reaction occurs within seconds. We walked into a small hospital for a pre op appointment and we weren't inside for more than 3 min. and he had his worst reaction ever (the 7th one that year-corn has a nasty habit...
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Re: Study Shows Increased Anxiety for Parents of Children Allergic to Milk and Eggs
Dr. Matthew Greenhawt is a volunteer medical advisor for Kids With Food Allergies. You can find other research he has been involved in by browsing our Medical Advisory Team blog .
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Re: New Epinephrine Study Shows Alarming Results
I was complacent. My 14 year old daughter was complacent. Eye-rolls and annoyed posture every time I asked if she had her epi-pen. She doesn't remember her reaction when she was 2.75 years old and there have been many, many expired epi-pens since. I used to say it was the best money I ever threw away. Until this year, I got annoyed. I was certain I had sent in an epi-pen in the fall for school. The nurse sent an email to all delinquent parents of food allergic kids. "Your child's epi-pen is...
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Re: New Epinephrine Study Shows Alarming Results
My son, wearing his EpiPen pouch above, carries his Epi everywhere, every time. He just turned 8 y/o and hasn't had a reaction in years... at least 5 years. His first was at almost 14 months old... Daddy gave him a Ritz Bitz PB Sandwich Cracker and he reacted... at the ER, they told us he is probably allergic to peanuts and to make that appointment with the allergist. We did and at 14 months old, he was diagnosed with an anaphylatic peanut allergy. Even though I used to be a nurse, I...
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Re: New Epinephrine Study Shows Alarming Results
Wendy and Campbell, Thank you for sharing your stories with us. Sorry to hear about your children's reactions. What you have shared will help other parents! AMommy, thank you for sharing Jayden with us and tell him that KFA says he's doing a great job taking care of himself and is setting a great example for other kids.
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Re: New Epinephrine Study Shows Alarming Results
I will certainly let him know. Thank you for using his photo... he was thrilled! Kimberly and Jayden Originally Posted by Kids With Food Allergies: AMommy, thank you for sharing Jayden with us and tell him that KFA says he's doing a great job taking care of himself and is setting a great example for other kids.
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Re: New Epinephrine Study Shows Alarming Results
I'm shocked, but not surprised as I know several people who don't carry the epi pens with them for their kids. I don't understand what good the epi will do if its at home and you are out. I feel as if my DDs medication bag is an extension of her. Wherever she goes, it goes. When she was first diagnosed several years back, there were 2 occasions I left it home. I turned right around to get it. To me, that is her lifeline. NOTHING is more important! I am equally as shocked with people whose...
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Re: Raising a Well Adjusted Child with Food Allergies
Raising a Well-Adjusted Child Who Takes Food Allergies in Strid e 1/15/2013 -- This free online class was presented by Kids With Food Allergies Foundation as part of our educational outreach program. Our guest speaker was author Linda Coss. Dr. Michael Pistiner was our representative from our medical advisory team. This webinar was made possible by an unrestricted educational grant provided by Mylan. We thank our guest speakers who joined us as uncompensated volunteers. During the online...
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Re: Dairy-Free, Egg-Free Rainbow Cake Surprise
Dr. Meg Edison was also a guest speaker in our recent Celebrating Birthdays with Food Allergies webinar, and so if you'd like to hear more birthday-related suggestions from her, you can watch our archived video.
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Re: Dairy-Free, Egg-Free Rainbow Cake Surprise
Thank you so much for your blog, Dr. Edison - I had no idea you were associated with KFA! My son (actually, my whole family) greatly appreciate all of your kitchen creations! Thanks for doing what you do.
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Re: Dairy-Free, Egg-Free Rainbow Cake Surprise
That is beautiful! My DD already asked for it for her birthday.
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Re: Dining Out with Food Allergies
On March 12, 2013, Kids With Food Allergies hosted a webinar on the topic of dining out with food allergies. Our guest speakers were Sloane Miller and Dr. Michael Pistiner. We thank Mylan, who provided the educational grant to make this webinar possible. The video and resources from the webinar are now available for your convenience. RESOURCES THAT ACCOMPANY THE VIDEO: Register to Become a Member of Kids With Food Allergies Foundation We offer the largest online support community for parents...
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Re: What Parents Need to Know About Food Allergy in Schools - Part 2
Link to part 1 -- http://community.kidswithfooda...ols-tips-for-parents Link to part 2 -- http://community.kidswithfooda...hools-ask-the-expert
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Re: Michael's first day of 1st grade with food allergies
Hi Michael, Hope you're enjoying school!
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Dining Out with Food Allergies (Video & Resources)
On March 12, 2013, Kids With Food Allergies hosted a webinar on the topic of dining out with food allergies. Our guest speakers were Sloane Miller and Dr. Michael Pistiner. We thank Mylan, who provided the educational grant to make this webinar...
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Does Your State Protect Students with Asthma and Food Allergies? Free Webinar
Register Now August 12, 2014 at 1pm Eastern | 10 am Pacific Food allergies, asthma, and environmental allergies at school present serious concerns. Some states are better than others when it comes to supporting students with these...
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Egg Allergy Alert - Michael Angelo's Gourmet Foods, Inc.Vegetable Lasagna Products
Michael Angelo's Gourmet Foods, Inc. Recalls Vegetable Lasagna Products Due To Misbranding And Undeclared Allergens Class I Recall Release: 035-2016 Health Risk: High Date: May 4, 2016 Congressional and Public Affairs Sarah R. Lichtman (202) 720-9113 Press@fsis.usda.gov WASHINGTON, May 4, 2016 – Michael Angelo’s Gourmet Foods, Inc., an Austin, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 1,575 pounds of vegetable lasagna products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S.
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Egg Allergy Alert - Schiff's Italian Brand Meatballs
Caesar's Pasta, LLC Recalls Beef Meatball Products Due To Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens Class I Recall Release: 126-2017 Health Risk: High Date: Dec 1, 2017 En Español Congressional and Public Affairs Sarah R. Lichtman (202) 720-9113 Press@fsis.usda.gov WASHINGTON, Dec. 1, 2017 – Caesar's Pasta, LLC, a Blackwood, N.J. establishment, is recalling approximately 46,810 pounds of beef meatball products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food...
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Egg and Soy Allergy Alerts - Michael Angelo's Gourmet Foods, Inc. Shrimp Scampi Products
Michael Angelo's Gourmet Foods, Inc. Recalls Shrimp Scampi Products Due To Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens Class I Recall Release: 059-2016 Health Risk: High Date: Jul 13, 2016 Congressional and Public Affairs Sarah R. Lichtman (202) 720-9113 Press@fsis.usda.gov WASHINGTON, July 13, 2016 – Michael Angelo’s Gourmet Foods, Inc., an Austin, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 4,225 pounds of frozen shrimp scampi products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S.
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Everything You Need to Know About Epinephrine (Video & Resources)
Kids With Food Allergies (KFA) , a division of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America hosted a free educational webinar on February 26, 2014 featuring two of our medical advisors, Michael Pistiner, MD, and Angela Nace, PharmD. They...
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Facebook Live Chat: Back to School With Food Allergies
Join Kids With Food Allergies and Michael Pistiner, MD, MMSc, for a Facebook Live Chat on heading back to school with food allergies. Dr. Pistiner, a pediatric allergist, will answer your questions on how to prepare for the new school year while keeping your child with food allergies safe.
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FDA: Foods Must Contain What Label States
FDA: Foods Must Contain What Label SaysFebruary 4, 2013 As someone who cares about what your family eats, you make it a practice when shopping to read the labels on food packages. And you have the right to expect that the information on the...
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First Day of School Photos for Kids with Food Allergies
Back-to-school season is here! Join Kids With Food Allergies and celebrate the beginning of another successful year. We'd love to see your child's first day of school photo. Let’s show children with food allergies living full and happy lives!...
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Children With Egg Allergies Can Safely Receive Flu Vaccine, Multi-Center Study Finds
Children With Egg Allergies Can Safely Receive Flu Vaccine, Multi-Center Study Finds"The new study, published in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, is good news for children who've had severe egg allergies, given the prevalence of the...
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Flying with Food Allergies (Free Webinar)
If the thought of flying with a child with food allergy causes you worry, please register for this free meeting. The speakers are Dr. Matthew Greenhawt, a pediatric allergist, and attorney Laurel Francoeur. Dr. Greenhawt will review the medical issues...
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Flying with Food Allergies (Video and Resources)
Kids With Food Allergies (KFA) , a division of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America hosted a free educational webinar on June 17, 2014 featuring guest speakers Matthew Greenhawt, MD, MMSc, and Laurel Francoeur, JD. The...
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AllergyEats Plans Food Allergy Conference for Restaurateurs
AllergyEats Presents The 2nd Annual Food Allergy Conference for Restaurateurs: What Every Restaurant Should Know About Food Allergies To Ensure Safety & Maximize Customer Engagement, Loyalty, and Revenue Boston, MA, July 17, 2013 AllergyEats , the leading guide to allergy-friendly restaurants nationwide, presents The 2nd Annual Food Allergy Conference for Restaurateurs: What Every Restaurant Should Know About Food Allergies To Ensure Safety & Maximize...
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Almond, Walnut, Hazelnut Allergy Alert: Marina German Bakery
Marina's German Bakery Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almonds, Walnuts, and Hazelnuts in Pastry Products Contact: Consumer: Michael Groemling 915-591-3737 915-497-3690 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - November 20, 2013 - Marina's German Bakery...
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Anaphylaxis in America Research Study Review with Dr. Robert Wood (Video and Resources)
Kids With Food Allergies (KFA) and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America hosted a free educational webinar on November 18, 2013 featuring guest speaker Robert A. Wood, MD, chief of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology at Johns Hopkins. Dr....
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As Schools Boost Access to EpiPens, Do Teachers Know How to Use Them?
Link to video Dr. Dave Stukus, a pediatric allergist at Nationwide Children's Children's Hospital, and a medical advisor for Kids With Food Allergies, is featured in this video and article supporting increased access to epinephrine in schools....
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Ask the Allergist and Pharmacist about Epinephrine
FREE WEBINAR: Everything You Wanted To Know About Epinephrine And More RSVP: Reserve your seat by registering WHEN: Wednesday, February 26, 2014 TIME: 7:00 pm Eastern time WHERE: Your computer, iOS or Android device...
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Live Q&A: Dining Out With Food Allergies
FREE WEBINAR: Dining Out With Food Allergies - Ask The Experts Register to submit your questions and then join our live discussion on eating out with food allergies. Our expert panel will answer your questions, share tips and personal stories, and...
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Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America Hires New CEO
(Washington, DC) The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) appointed Cary Sennett, MD, PhD, as President and CEO. Sennett was recently a Vice President at WellPoint, one of the largest health benefit companies in the U.S. AAFA...
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Asthma & Allergy Foundation's New CEO Hits-the-Ground, Pedaling
Patient Advocate and Avid Tandem Cyclist to Lead Change at Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). Kids With Food Allergies is a division of AAFA. WASHINGTON, Sept. 25, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- When the Asthma and...
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Asthma and Food Allergy Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention (Video and Resources)
Kids With Food Allergies (KFA) hosted a free educational webinar on October 17, 2013 featuring guest speaker David Stukus, Director of the Specialty Asthma Clinic, Nationwide Children's Hospital, and a member of KFA's Medical Advisory Team. Dr. Stukus...
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Back To School Homework: Keeping Students with Food Allergies Safe
Kids With Food Allergies, a division of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, has many free resources for parents, schools, teachers and staff to use to prepare for the upcoming school year and keep students with food allergies safe. Archived...
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Can We EAT Our Way to Prevention of Food Allergies?
We now have very strong evidence that early introduction of peanut can prevent the development of peanut allergy. Does this apply to other allergenic foods? The authors of the newest research study, Enquiring About Tolerance (EAT) sought to answer this question.
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Coping with Food Allergy Anxiety: Back to School and More (Video and Resources)
Kids With Food Allergies (KFA) hosted a webinar on August 11, 2015 on Coping With Food Allergy Anxiety: Back to School and More. Dr. Gianine D. Rosenblum is a New Jersey psychologist in private practice and a parent to a child with food...