Factors that may affect an allergic reaction

How to include students with food allergy in school life

Allergic reactions are serious so it is important to help keep children with food allergies safe. There are ways to reduce risk for children with food allergies without leaving them out or making them feel different.

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Video: Starting school with food allergies

A short video to help parents of children with food allergies confidently make the transition from preschool and childcare to primary school.

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Adrenaline injectors and allergy medication in school

On this page Primary School High School Related information If a school aged child is at risk of anaphylaxis and has been prescribed adrenaline (epinephrine) injectors (Anapen® or EpiPen®), parents should provide at least…

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Allergy Aware - not food bans

Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia does not promote food bans in schools and Child Education and Care services. Instead, A&AA promotes an Allergy Aware approach.

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Where to keep your adrenaline injectors

Always have an adrenaline injector available to the person at risk of anaphylaxis at all times, and ensure they are stored correctly.

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Allergic reactions in childcare

Tips and advice for parents on how to work with your childcare to ensure allergic reactions are prepared for and well managed.

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Using an adrenaline injector FAQ

Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia answers common questions about using an adrenaline (epinephrine) injector such as Anapen® or EpiPen®.  Preparing for an emergency Learn more about preparing for a severe allergic reaction…

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Buying an adrenaline injector FAQ

Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia answers common questions about buying an adrenaline (epinephrine) injector such as Anapen® or EpiPen®.  Preparing for an emergency Learn more about preparing for a severe allergic reaction…

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About adrenaline injectors (Anapen® and EpiPen®)

Learn about how adrenaline works and how to store and use adrenaline injectors like Anapen® and EpiPen®.

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Why we DO NOT recommend taste test for food allergens

Sometimes people who have food allergy may get their someone else to taste their meal when eating out to check if it contains their allergen. We DO NOT recommend this practice because many food allergens cannot be tasted in a food.

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Cross-contamination of coffee steamers

With the greater range of milk types available, there is a risk of cross-contamination of their coffee for people with food allergy.

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Can I order my meal with a QR code if I have a food allergy?

People with food allergies must remember to let the restaurant or café know about their allergies when using a QR code ordering system to help prevent being served their allergen and to help prevent cross-contamination

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