Have you been affected by the formula shortage? The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has asked Congress to prioritize specialty formulas that many families managing food allergies need. (KFA is the food allergy division of AAFA.) Join our community to share your story and get updates on the latest news.
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When should you give your child epinephrine? Should you give them an antihistamine for anaphylaxis? We asked a board-certified allergist questions many parents have about anaphylaxis, a severe allergic reaction, and how to treat it. Read the blog post to learn more.
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In May, AAFA launched our Health Equity Advancement and Leadership (HEAL) program. The HEAL program reinforces AAFA’s commitment to drastically reduce health disparities in communities that bear the heaviest burden of asthma. Learn more about HEAL.
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A recent study suggests having a food allergy may decrease the risk of COVID-19 infection. But there's more to it. Members of AAFA’s Medical Scientific Council reviewed the study to provide insights on the limitations of the results. Learn more.
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Dupixent® (dupilumab) is the first approved treatment for EoE. This is big news for the EoE community. Read the press release.
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DBV Technologies announced positive results from a clinical trial for Viaskin™ Peanut, a skin patch being studied for peanut allergy treatment. If approved by the FDA, the Viaskin Peanut patch will be the first treatment of its kind available for toddlers with peanut allergy. Learn more.
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As you get ready to fire up the grill for the summer, check out these allergy-friendly and grill-friendly recipes from our Safe Eats® Allergy-Friendly Recipe Collection.
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Made without egg, fish, milk, gluten, peanut, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nut, and wheat
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Made without egg, fish, milk, gluten, peanut, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nut, and wheat
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Made without egg, fish, milk, gluten, peanut, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nut, and wheat
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Made without egg, fish, milk, gluten, peanut, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nut, and wheat
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Planet Oat Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert (undeclared peanut) and Wilton Brands Rainbow Chip Crunch Sprinkles and Rainbow Sprinkles Mix (undeclared milk) are among the foods recently recalled. Be sure to check our list of recent recalls.
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Managing food allergies is hard work, but Kids With Food Allergies CARES. With our passion for community, advocacy, research, education, and support, KFA is able to serve as a vital lifeline for many families working to keep their children with food allergies safe and healthy. And you can help!
Every gift helps! By contributing today, you can make a difference in the lives of families raising children with food allergies.
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If you didn't get a chance to read our April 2022 issue, check it out to learn more about the Medical Nutrition Equity Act, an epinephrine device recall, allergy-friendly bread recipes, and more.
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Thank you for your continued support.
Kids With Food Allergies is the food allergy division of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
Visit kidswithfoodallergies.org, aafa.org, aafa.org/certified
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