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    posted 08/20/2008, comments (0)

    8 Ways to Prepare Food Allergic Teens for College

    A new report from the University of Michigan might be alarming, but it shouldn't be surprising: "College students with food allergies aren't avoiding the foods they know they shouldn't eat. Students of all ages are not treated with potentially life-saving epinephrine as often as they should be. And instructors, roommates and friends often are not... Read moreChevron
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    posted 08/15/2008, comments (0)

    Healthier Schools for Healthier Kids

    As kids head off in a few weeks back to school (where did the summer go?) those parents with children who have allergies, food allergies and asthma have some extra steps to consider.   • Will the staff know what an allergic reaction looks like?• Will medication be on hand or readily available?• Will anyone know how to... Read moreChevron
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    Get Ready for School! Tips for Parents of Children With Food Allergies

    It's that time of year again -- school will be starting soon. What should be an exciting time in your child's life can also be very stressful if they've got food allergies. While other parents are hoping their child likes their teacher and makes new friends quickly, parents of children with food allergies have the added concern of making sure... Read moreChevron
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    Let Them Eat Cake: Cooking for Food Allergic Children

    Before I had children, I thought kitchens were for Lean Cuisines and maybe an occasional Thanksgiving Dinner. Then came my little guy with multiple food allergies and it seemed that cooking was all I did for the two years of his life. One of his first words was "deglaze!"   If you have a child with food allergies, you will need to cook... Read moreChevron
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    Take the Sting Out of Insect Allergies

    Insect allergies can occur at any time of the year to sensitive people, but they are often a major problem during the summer when you are more likely to be outdoors doing things such as swimming, hiking and yard work, which can put you into closer contact with stinging insects.   Stinging insects include fire ants, honey bees, hornets,... Read moreChevron
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