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Food allergy can lead to Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE). The foods that most commonly cause an allergic reaction leading to EoE include milk, eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts or tree nuts and fish or shellfish. You may have a combination of allergies that increase the risk of EoE....
Over 33 million Americans have a serious and potentially life-threatening food allergy. Every 10 seconds, food allergy sends a patient to the emergency room. foodallergy.org FOOD ALLERGY AWARENESS WEEK is May 12-18, 2024. Join us for this great opportunity to shine a spotlight on a condition that...
Navigating Back to School with Food Allergies The excitement of going back to school is a feeling shared by many students and parents alike. However, for families dealing with food allergies, this time of year can also bring about unique challenges and concerns. With proper planning,...
Are you celebrating Independence Day this weekend and next week? Check out these food allergy tips from AAFA to keep in mind for Fourth Of July BBQ events: 🍴Provide labels or markers to write names on cups to prevent mix-ups. 🍴Ask your guests ahead of...
I often find that the terms "food allergy" and "food intolerance" are used interchangeably. But really…...
The peanut pill, Palforzia, has been approved by the FDA, so what are food allergy patients supposed to think? Here is what we know: Palforzia is a patented capsule that contains peanut flour. It is prescribed to treat ages 4 to 17 with a confirmed diagnosis of...
Having a food allergy during the holiday season can be overwhelming. Here are a few tips: If you are hosting a holiday party, check with your guest. If someone is dealing with a food allergy, offer food allergy friendly options. If you are attending a...
"I’m going to kill you with this peanut butter cracker.” As an allergist and mom of a child with food allergy, I was shocked and disturbed by this headline quote. The idea of food being used as a weapon is horrifying. School should be a safe...
April 7-13 is World Allergy Week 2019 (www.worldallergyweek.org). This organization has dedicated the 2019 week to raise awareness of the global problem of food allergy. Often, I tend to get so focused on the food allergic patients and families we care for in north Texas...
