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Overview for Healthcare Professionals on Anaphylaxis and Allergy Management

This section offers an in-depth guide for healthcare professionals in the UK, focusing on the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of anaphylaxis and allergies.

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NICE Quality Standards and Guidelines

The NICE guidelines on food allergies and anaphylaxis provide detailed recommendations for the diagnosis, management, and long-term care of individuals, particularly children and young people, at risk of allergies and anaphylaxis.
Adrenaline (epinephrine) is the emergency treatment for a serious allergic reaction.

Adrenaline and Auto-Injectors (AAIs)

Healthcare professionals are encouraged to familiarise themselves with these guidelines to ensure patients at risk of anaphylaxis are prescribed and properly equipped to manage emergency situations.
Making an Allergy Management Plan

Allergy Management Plans

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) and the British Society for Allergy & Clinical Immunology (BSACI) provide essential resources for managing anaphylaxis and allergies in children.

Free downloadable posters

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AllergyWise for Healthcare Professionals

AllergyWise® is an online e-learning course and the easiest way to learn about anaphylaxis, the risks of serious allergies and how to manage them. The courses can be worked through conveniently from your home or workplace, wherever and whenever it suits you. The courses are simple to follow with interactive diagrams and graphics which makes learning about anaphylaxis and teaching those around you easier than ever, no matter who you are or what you do.

New review highlights potential of epicutaneous immunotherapy for food allergies 21st March 2025

A new systematic review published in Clinical and Translational Allergy examines the potential of epicutaneous immunotherapy (EPIT) for treating food allergies. The study, conducted by researchers from Tampere University and Imperial College London, analysed data from 11 randomised controlled trials

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New study examines how gut bacteria may influence food allergy risk in infants 18th March 2025

A recent study led by researchers at the RIKEN Centre for Integrative Medical Sciences (IMS) in Japan has provided new insights into the relationship between gut bacteria and food allergies, particularly to eggs. The findings suggest that certain types of

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Promising results from Phase 1 trials of novel peanut allergy vaccine suggest potential for future therapy 14th February 2025

A Phase 1 clinical trial led by Imperial College London has tested a novel vaccine, VLP Peanut, designed to offer long-term protection against peanut allergy. Early results suggest the vaccine is well tolerated, reduces allergic responses, and promotes immune tolerance.

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Latest News for Healthcare Professionals

Anaphylaxis UK secures Innovate UK grant to develop support for allergy-related anxiety 28th February 2025

We are delighted to announce that Anaphylaxis UK has been successful in its application to Innovate UK for funding to set up a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with the University of Surrey to offer support that addresses the psychological impact of living with serious allergies.
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New study explores peanut allergy treatment for children with higher tolerance levels 20th February 2025

A recent study led by researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, has provided encouraging evidence that a supervised, gradual peanut ingestion protocol may help children with a high-threshold peanut allergy increase their tolerance to
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Research opportunity: have you had a severe food allergy since childhood that requires use of an adrenaline auto-injector? 14th February 2025

The University of Manchester is inviting individuals to participate in an event where they can share their healthcare experiences and contribute to meaningful discussions with student researchers. This research opportunity aims to help students learn directly from patients about their
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