The Anaphylaxis Campaign is shocked to hear of an airline passenger going into anaphylactic shock after consuming food containing sesame seeds on-board a flight.
- 26 November 2018
- News
Sonia Bagga, 39, went into anaphylactic shock after eating two bites of a chicken wrap that she didn’t know contained sesame seeds while on-board a BA flight returning home in September from a family holiday in Dubai. A doctor on board recognised the symptoms and reacted quickly by finding her adrenaline auto-injector and injecting her with adrenaline.
Lynne Regent said: “We hope Sonia has recovered both physically and mentally after what must have been a horrific experience. We urge individuals to continue to ask about ingredients when being served food, regardless of location and always carry your adrenaline auto-injector’s”
The Anaphylaxis Campaign provides medically informed advice and information via our clinical panel to help educate and empower the allergic community to take responsibility for their own safety when travelling.
If you have any concerns or further questions, please contact our helpline team at info@anaphylaxis.org.uk or call 01252 542 029.
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