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Significant Drop in Allergen-Related Product Recalls in Australia 29th June 2023

A recent report by Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has revealed that last year, Australia had their lowest rate of allergen-related product recalls in almost a decade. This reduction suggests that FSANZ’s initiatives and tighter regulations in the food

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Statement on the death of Eamonn Hogan 28th June 2023

Anaphylaxis UK recently learned of the tragic death of Eamonn Hogan, aged 43, from Kilcoo, Northern Ireland.  Eamonn suffered a serious and unexpected anaphylactic reaction to a wasp sting on Tuesday 13th June.

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MHRA issues new guidance on the use of adrenaline auto-injectors 19th June 2023

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has launched new guidance on the use of adrenaline auto-injectors, including what steps to take in an emergency and updated advice on body positioning.

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Patients at risk from anaphylaxis to benefit from new GP guidance 15th June 2023

The British Society for Allergy and Clinical Immunology (BSACI) has announced the publication of the Adrenaline auto-injector prescription for patients at risk of anaphylaxis: BSACI guidance for primary care. The guidance, written by the BSACI, is for primary care healthcare professionals managing

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MHRA issues clarification on use of spare pens in schools 12th June 2023

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued clarification on when schools’ spare adrenaline auto-injectors can be used.

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Essex Sushi Restaurant Shut Down Following Allergy Incident and Poor Hygiene 2nd June 2023

Sushi One, a restaurant in Chelmsford, Essex, has been ordered to close by Chelmsford Magistrates Court due to concerns over public safety. The closure follows a series of hygiene warnings issued by Chelmsford City Council and incidents which included a

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Travelling with allergies: What should I take?  31st May 2023

Travelling with allergies presents a few more challenges than for the average traveller, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have an amazing time. 

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How to have an allergy-friendly Father’s Day – 18 June 23rd May 2023

Looking for ways to celebrate Father’s Day this year but concerned about allergies? We’ve put together a brief guide to help you make this day run smoothly.

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Recall of Emerade 300 and 500 microgram adrenaline auto-injector devices 9th May 2023

Pharmaswiss Česka republika s.r.o. and distributor Bausch & Lomb UK Limited is recalling all unexpired batches of Emerade 300 and Emerade 500 micrograms adrenaline auto-injectors.

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