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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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Climbing for Greg: Brother takes on Mount Kilimanjaro in memory of sibling lost to anaphylaxis 10th August 2026

When Josh begins his ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro later this year in aid of Anaphylaxis UK, every step he takes up Africa’s highest peak will be in memory of his brother Greg,…

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Celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Yule or other winter festivals? Keep a look out for these allergens 28th November 2022

If you or your child live with a serious allergy, the festive period can be challenging. With much of the celebrations centred around food, allergens can find their way into a variety…

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In memory of Frans Timmermans 23rd November 2022

Anaphylaxis UK is deeply saddened to learn of the death of Frans Timmermans, founder of the Dutch Anaphylaxis Network.

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Positive results from study of Palforzia in peanut-allergic children aged 1 to 3  15th November 2022

Aimmune Therapeutics has shared its positive findings from the Phase 3 POSEIDON study of Palforzia.  

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New NHS hospital food standards include food allergy training requirement for all staff  15th November 2022

Following an independent review of hospital food in 2020, the NHS has published new national standards for healthcare food and drink that all NHS organisations will be legally required to meet as…

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The impact of anaphylaxis on quality of life and mental health of adults 6th November 2022

The aim of this study was to assess the impact anaphylaxis has on the QoL and mental health of adults, using validated measures. 

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Warning on food ordering apps after teenager is hospitalised 1st November 2022

Eighteen-year-old Eleanor Lincoln went into anaphylactic shock after eating a takeaway curry which had been ordered via an app.  Eleanor, who has a serious peanut allergy, was celebrating her 18th birthday with family…

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Anaphylaxis UK welcomes new Clinical and Scientific Ambassador 17th October 2022

We are delighted to welcome Professor John Warner OBE as our Clinical and Scientific Ambassador.

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BSACI Pollen Food Syndrome webinar – 13 Oct 10th October 2022

Following the publication of the Guideline for the diagnosis and management of Pollen Food/Oral Allergy Syndrome, BSACI will be hosting a webinar on Thursday 13 October 5-6pm. Sarah Baker, Anaphylaxis UK’s Head…

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Statement regarding the inquest of Joe Dobson  10th October 2022

Joe Dobson, 19, died from an allergic reaction after eating at a Mexican restaurant while on holiday on 1st November 2021, a coroner has ruled. 

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