Preparing for the Worst: Is Your Child Ready for an Anaphylaxis Event at School?

By Kathleen MacNaughton, Health Pro Wednesday, March 05, 2008

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What if the worst possible thing were to happen to your child when he or she is out of your sight (and care) at school? What if your child went into a severe allergic reaction known as anaphylaxis? It could happen, you know. Is your child prepared? Does he or she know what to do to prevent such ...

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Anonymous

11/20/09 2:32pm

I have it!!!

melisa

1/ 1/11 9:48pm

Vaccinations also have been known to cause anaphylaxis. Look it up at www.vran.org.

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