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New independence, new risks: Why university students can’t afford to leave their adrenaline behind 17th September 2026

Leaving home without your adrenaline is non-negotiable.  Despite the known risks, hidden barriers such as perceived social stigma mean that packing an adrenaline device often slips down the priority list for young…

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Witnessing Anaphylaxis in public: Would you know what to do? 25th August 2026

What should you do if someone has anaphylaxis? We are often asked this on our helpline by people with allergies, as well as parents, friends, family members and members of the public….

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Immunotherapy treatment for house dust mite allergy now available through NHS Scotland  13th August 2026

An immunotherapy treatment for house dust mite allergy has been made available through the NHS in Scotland.  The Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) has accepted Acarizax (12 SQ-HDM sublingual immunotherapy) for adults aged 18–65 with moderate…

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Sponsor a school initiative funds allergy training for Bradford on Avon school  15th May 2025

Christ Church CE Primary school in Bradford on Avon has become the latest UK school to achieve AllergyWise® accreditation showing a dedication to keeping children with allergies safe.  Staff at the school…

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That finish line feeling 14th May 2025

Huge congratulations to our half marathon and marathon runners who proudly represented Anaphylaxis UK in April across the country (and internationally!). We were so lucky to have a passionate and committed team,…

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Safeguarding in the early years: important changes coming in September 2025  13th May 2025

Early years providers, including those offering PVI (Private, Voluntary, and Independent) wraparound care, need to be aware of significant upcoming changes to safeguarding practices.  The changes being made to safeguarding are mandatory…

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Pub chain fined after child’s serious allergic reaction highlights need for robust allergy policies  13th May 2025

Innventure Ltd, a UK-wide pub, restaurant, and inn chain, has been fined £26,802.76 at St Albans Magistrates Court after pleading guilty to food safety offences. The prosecution by Hertfordshire County Council’s Trading…

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Pembrokeshire County Council launches allergen guide for hot drink vendors  6th May 2025

Recent findings from an investigation conducted by Pembrokeshire County Council’s Food Safety Standards Team has highlighted a significant area for improvement for food businesses.  The council’s analysis of samples from a selection…

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What to include in your website allergy policy  6th May 2025

Written by Melissa Thompson, Safer Food Scores Choosing where to eat out when you have food allergies is a serious business. One way customers can gain reassurance is to check if a…

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Uxbridge restaurant fined over £40,000 for food safety breaches  1st May 2025

An Indian restaurant and takeaway, JR Uxbridge Ltd (trading as Javitri), has been fined over £40,000 after pleading guilty to five offences related to health and safety at work, food information, and…

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Remembering Jenson: one year on 1st May 2025

Jenson Joseph sadly passed away on 30th April 2024, aged just 25. One year on, and Anaphylaxis UK is touched by the generosity of his family, friends, colleagues, and football teammates who…

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MPs receive anaphylaxis training in parliament 24th April 2025

MPs gathered in the House of Commons yesterday (22 April) for allergy and anaphylaxis training, as part of an awareness event hosted by The Benedict Blythe Foundation in collaboration with Anaphylaxis UK…

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