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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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European Medicines Agency (EMA) Review of Adrenaline Auto-Injectors 12th July 2016

On 25 June 2015, the European Medicines Agency (EMA) recommended several measures, including the introduction of more effective educational material, to ensure that patients and carers use adrenaline auto-injectors (AAIs) successfully. Adrenaline…

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Brexit and the EU Food regulations – what next? 29th June 2016

June 2016 Following Britain’s exit from the EU, concerns have been raised as to whether the European Food Information for Consumers regulation (FIC), that became enforceable from December 2014, will still apply….

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Food Allergy Research & Education and Food Allergy Canada announce findings of first global survey on food allergen thresholds 16th June 2016

Consumers in 16 countries, including the UK, provide insights into views on allergen thresholds and purchasing habits Results of the first-ever international survey on perceptions of food allergen thresholds and consumer habits…

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The Anaphylaxis Campaign supports the six year prison sentencing reached today on the Mohammed Zaman curry house case. 23rd May 2016

A “reckless” restaurant owner has been jailed for six years for the manslaughter of a customer who had an allergic reaction to a curry. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-36360111 Lynne Regent, CEO, the Anaphylaxis Campaign said;…

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Impact Report 2015 21st April 2016

We are pleased to announce that our annual Impact Report is now available to view online. At the beginning of each year we reflect on the year that has passed; the difference…

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Seven European countries participate in edge cutting research that will aid better understanding of food allergic incidents 7th April 2016

The Anaphylaxis Campaign has played a key role in the world’s biggest ever study of food allergies.  An ‘Allergic Reactions in the Community’ survey is being launched in several European counties on…

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Enquiring About Tolerance (EAT) Study – results announced – 4th March 2016 4th March 2016

We welcome this important and exciting study as a great step towards reducing the risk of developing food allergies and look forward to follow up studies that we hope will consolidate the…

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National Allergy Strategy Group parliamentary reception- 2nd December 2015 3rd December 2015

Last night we attended a parliamentary reception organised by the National Allergy Strategy Group (NASG) and the All Party Group for Allergy. The event was hugely successful and took place in the…

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BRC and FDF launch ‘free from’ guidance for the food industry 12th November 2015

November 2015: A new guidance document has been launched to provide food manufacturers, retailers and enforcement authorities with essential advice on what must be considered before making a ‘free-from’ claim on a…

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