Category Archives: Allergy

A supportive approach for children with food allergies

My son was 4 when he had a severe allergic reaction to a chocolate bar with walnuts in it.  Around that time, I was completing my second year of training as a pediatric allergist and was already very interested in … Continue reading

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Summer Camp and Food Allergies

With summer officially here, camp season is also in full swing, and families everywhere are sending their children to summer camp. According to the American Camp Association, more than 11 million children and adults attend summer camps. Camps present wonderful … Continue reading

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Hosting Holiday Guests with Food Allergies

At this time of year, millions of Americans leave their homes to get together with loved ones for the holidays.  It can be a wonderful time for families and friends, separated by distance and responsibilities, to come together to relax, … Continue reading

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Back to School with Food Allergies: What the School Community Needs to Know

Close to 56 million American children are now back to school, settling into new routines and starting another year of learning.  As the school year kicks off, both parents and their children are diving head first into the school social … Continue reading

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