On August 5, Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner signed a bill that makes several significant improvements to the availability of epinephrine across Illinois. Public Act 99-0711, the Epinephrine Auto-Injector Act, allows a healthcare practitioner to prescribe epinephrine auto-injectors (EAIs) in the name of an authorized entity where allergens capable of causing anaphylaxis may be present, so… Continue reading Illinois Expands Access to Stock Epinephrine
FARE is seeking individuals to join Community Engagement Councils (CEC) in select communities throughout the country. In designated communities, the CECs will play a critical role in improving the quality of life and the health of individuals with food allergies. Key to this is pursuing community trust and partnership between FARE, the CEC, FARE’s Clinical Network sites, parents,… Continue reading New Initiative Seeks Volunteers for Community Engagement Councils in Select Cities
If you haven’t had a student with a food allergy in your classroom yet, odds are you soon will. For reasons that aren’t completely understood, the incidence of food allergies is increasing. One in 13 children, or roughly two in every classroom, has a food allergy. As a school teacher, you will need to know… Continue reading What Teachers Should Know About Their Students with Food Allergies
One of the benefits of becoming a FARE member is the discount you receive on the popular Allergic Living magazine. With the deadline for Allergic Living’s Fall 2016 edition quickly approaching – the subscription list closes August 9 – editor Gwen Smith writes a guest blog post to offer FARE followers a sneak peek into… Continue reading Sneak Peek at Allergic Living’s Fall Magazine
As the world’s largest private source of funding for food allergy research, FARE is leading the fight against food allergies. As a FARE supporter, we need your help to end this epidemic. We’re asking you to join your neighbors in raising funds and awareness at a FARE Walk for Food Allergy in your area. Who… Continue reading Why We Walk for Food Allergies
For parents and students managing food allergies, the back-to-school season means taking important extra steps to prepare for a safe, successful year. Tips for the School Year: Work with your doctor: Refill prescriptions and have your physician fill out FARE’s Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan. Review relevant laws and guidelines: Having a basic… Continue reading Prepare to go Back to School with Food Allergies
FARE is proud to continue its support of community-based education, advocacy, and awareness initiatives through the 2016 Community Outreach Award program. This year, FARE awarded more than $145,000 to support 53 projects in 24 states. Support group leaders and FARE Walk for Food Allergy volunteer chairs are carrying out projects which serve to educate others about… Continue reading 53 Local Food Allergy Projects Funded by FARE
Thousands of walkers, volunteers and supporters will come together over the next four months in more than 50 cities in support of their loved ones, friends and the 15 million Americans with food allergies for the FARE Walk for Food Allergy. In the last decade, the FARE Walk for Food Allergy has raised more than $24… Continue reading FARE Walk for Food Allergy Raises Vital Funds and Awareness
By: Gina Clowes, National Director, Training and Community Outreach I watched in horror as hives and welts crawled up the side of my (then) two year-old son’s face. I had snacked on a granola bar that contained milk and nuts while out running errands. When I returned home, I kissed his little face as I… Continue reading Anaphylaxis Aftermath: 10 Important Steps to Take After an Allergic Reaction
Linda Herbert, Ph.D., presented Psychosocial Aspects of Food Allergy Among Adolescents, July 13, 2016, as part of FARE’s free monthly webinar series. Dr. Herbert is an assistant professor in the Division of Psychology and Behavioral Health at Children’s National Health System, Washington, D.C. She also is the director of the Division of Allergy and Immunology’s… Continue reading Psychosocial Aspects of Food Allergy Among Adolescents (Webinar Recording and Recap)
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