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Support for adults with food and non-food allergy 10th July 2026

Food and non-food allergies are often associated with childhood, but millions of adults across the UK live with allergies too. Around 6% of the UK adult population has a clinically confirmed food…

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Lower dose EURneffy® nasal adrenaline spray approved by MHRA for younger children 30th June 2026

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved a lower-dose version of the adrenaline nasal spray, EURneffy®, for the emergency treatment of serious allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) in children aged four…

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Anaphylaxis UK welcomes launch of Natasha’s Prize 22nd June 2026

The announcement that Natasha’s Foundation has launched Natasha’s Prize – a groundbreaking £10 million fund dedicated to research into preventing allergies – has been hugely encouraging for the allergy community.  As a charity supporting…

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Taking part in Veganuary: our top tips   7th January 2026

If you’re taking part in Veganuary and have a food allergy or intolerance, it’s important to remember that vegan or plant-based labels do not automatically mean a product is safe. Foods labelled…

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Research opportunity: lived experience of young adults managing food allergy 22nd December 2025

A student researcher at the University of Nottingham is inviting individuals aged 18–25 with a diagnosed food allergy to take part in an online questionnaire exploring the lived experiences of young adults…

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Christmas Helpline Opening Hours – Anaphylaxis UK 17th December 2025

As the festive season approaches, we’d like to remind you of our Helpline opening hours over the Christmas and New Year period. Please note that there will be some closures and reduced…

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FSA issues a precautionary warning to people with allergies not to eat Dubai-style chocolate 16th December 2025

The following news story has been shared on behalf of the Food Standards Agency (FSA). The FSA has found several Dubai-style chocolate products that do not meet the required food safety and…

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Understanding cold induced urticaria  12th December 2025

While food allergies are well known, allergic reactions and anaphylaxis can also be triggered by non-food allergens such as animals, medications, cosmetics — and even cold temperatures.  What is Cold urticaria?  Cold-induced…

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Big Give 2025: Challenge Complete!  9th December 2025

We are thrilled to announce that Anaphylaxis UK raised £19,694.75 (incl Gift Aid) in Big Give’s Christmas Challenge 2025!

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Staying safe with allergies this winter  8th December 2025

As we step into the colder months, we’ve compiled a list of top tips and things to consider during winter if you are managing serious allergies.  Protecting your adrenaline devices  Adrenaline Auto…

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Save the Date: The Big Give Christmas Challenge is back for 2025  27th November 2025

It’s nearly time for your donation to be doubled! We’re excited to announce that Anaphylaxis UK will be participating in the UK’s biggest collaborative fundraising campaign, and it starts next week on Tuesday 2 December.

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Are some patients getting the wrong dose of adrenaline? National data reveal gaps in dose switching  26th November 2025

A recent review of community adrenaline prescriptions from 2022-2024 has revealed that many people in England may be prescribed the lower-dose adrenaline auto-injector (AAI) when they should have been upgraded to the…

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