Our mission

 

Anaphylaxis UK is the only UK-wide charity operating solely for the growing numbers of people at risk of serious allergic reactions and anaphylaxis. While there’s no treatment or cure for anaphylaxis, we believe that by providing information, training and support, there is a brighter future for people living with serious allergies.

Our mission is to create a safer environment for everyone with allergies by working with and offering training for the food industry, schools, pre-schools, colleges, health professionals and others.

What is anaphylaxis?
  • right_arrow_orange_icon Anaphylaxis (pronounced ana-fil-ax-is) is a serious and often sudden allergic reaction. It is potentially life-threatening and always requires an immediate emergency response.
  • right_arrow_orange_icon It can occur when someone with allergies is exposed to something they are allergic to (known as an allergen).
  • right_arrow_orange_icon Reactions usually begin within minutes and rapidly progress but can occur up to 2-3 hours later.
  • right_arrow_orange_icon If you have experienced a sudden allergic reaction in the past, then you may be at risk of anaphylaxis even if you have not had anaphylaxis before. We advise that you see your GP and ask for a referral to an allergy clinic.

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Top resources for managing serious allergies

Here are some of the ways we support people to manage day-to-day life with a serious allergy.

Is Your School AllergyWise®?

We offer training for teachers and all school staff. We encourage a whole school allergy awareness approach – the more staff who understand allergy and how to recognise an allergic reaction, the more likely your school will be able to safely manage pupils with allergies.

Check with your school and ask if they have done our training.

Ways You Can Help

There are many ways that you can get involved with the vital work we do! Your support has a huge impact on the lives of people with serious allergies.

Your time is as valuable as your donations, so explore the button below to discover all the ways you can help us further our mission of securing a brighter future for people at risk of anaphylaxis.

Latest News from Anaphylaxis UK

All of our latest news posts. Click through to read more.

Get involved in research: are you a parent or caregiver of an infant aged 0-17 weeks? 27th June 2025

Researchers at the University of Southampton are inviting parents and caregivers of young infants to take part in a research study to help prevent food allergy in babies. This research is part of a doctorate project led by Karen Wright,
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Allergy-proof your festival experience 26th June 2025

For many people in the UK, summertime means one thing—festival season! But for those living with serious allergies, the carefree vibe of festivals can quickly turn into a source of stress. We don’t want anyone to miss out on the festival experience, so we’ve put together some top tips to help you stay safe while having a great time.
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Remember to check your sunscreen products this summer   26th June 2025

If you have a food allergy, you may need to avoid products that contain that food, or extracts from it, including cosmetics, toiletries, medicines and bath and massage oils. And sunscreen products are no exception to this, as they may
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Anaphylaxis UK's Convenient Clothes Collection

If you have a busy schedule or a large quantity of clothes to donate, Anaphylaxis UK offers a FREE pickup service.

Have your donated items collected from either your home, workplace, school or university saving you time and effort!

Allergy Alerts

Milk, pistachio, peanut & soya alert – Wall’s Mini Milk Vanilla Strawberry & Chocolate Ice Cream 27th June 2025

Product name: Wall’s Mini Milk Vanilla Strawberry & Chocolate Ice Cream Lollies Pack size: 10x35ml Best before: 05/2027 Batch codes: L5123, L5126, L5127, L5128, L5129, L5141 and L5142 We have been alerted by Unilever that it is recalling Wall’s Mini
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Peanut alert – Laoganma Brand Black Bean Chili Sauce 25th June 2025

Product name: Laoganma Brand Black Bean Chili Sauce Pack size: 280g Best before: 8 March 2026 Batch code: 18232 We have been alerted by Fortune Foods Ltd that it is recalling Laoganma Brand Black Bean Chili Sauce from sale because
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Milk alert – Inspired Cuisine Baby Potatoes with Herbs and Butter 25th June 2025

Product name: Inspired Cuisine Baby Potatoes with Herbs and Butter Pack size: 385g Use by: All date codes up to and including 01 July 2025 Barcode: 4061463488152 We have been alerted by ALDI that it is recalling Inspired Cuisine Baby Potatoes
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