Video: Starting school with food allergies

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

If a school aged child is at risk of anaphylaxis and has been prescribed adrenaline injectors parents should provide at least one device to school …

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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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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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Ten tips for eating out with food allergy

Here are ten tips to help people with food allergy to enjoy eating out.

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Halloween and food allergy

Halloween and trick or treating is becoming more popular in Australia, with many neighbourhoods using it as a time to come together and have fun. Trick or treating can be safe for children with food allergy BUT parents or a trusted carer…

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