Allergies and asthma are more than just an inconvenience; they're a serious health concern that's on the rise. If you're among the millions who experience these conditions, you know that symptoms can be unpredictable and sometimes even life-threatening. Health insurance isn't a luxury in this context—it's a necessity. From potentially sky-high medical bills to accessing … [Read more...]
Flying with allergies – Airlines can do better!
In this guest blog post from my favourite allergen safe snack company, Creative Nature raises the topic of airline travel for those with allergies. Enhancing Airline Travel for Allergy Sufferers: A Call for Inclusive Changes Airline travel has opened up new horizons for global exploration, yet the journey for those with allergies often comes with hurdles that dampen the … [Read more...]
The best food allergen conference ever!
I've spoken at a lot of events and conferences over the years and all of them have been good. This event however was really special and it reminded of the excellent events organised by the late Jeffrey Hyman and the much missed FDIN - Food and Drink Innovation Network. Jeffrey really GOT 'free from' and championed for awareness and inclusion before anyone else was doing … [Read more...]
Updated advice on using Epipens and AAIs
Do you know how to use an adrenaline auto injector (AAI)? Even if you think you do, please have a quick scan and read of this blog post with updated guidelines from the Medicines & Health Regulatory Authority (MHRA). Click here to Read the new guidelines for using AAIs. What is anaphylaxis? With over 20% of the UK’s population affected by at least one allergy, … [Read more...]
Famous comedian is an allergy bully
Alan Carr's response to being told someone is allergic to coriander is not to accept it and show compassion; it is to laugh at the woman, do this loudly so everyone hears and then shove coriander into her mouth. Shocking isn't the word! Firstly thanks to my wonderful brother who read this article and thought of me, he knew my spider senses for injustice in the face of … [Read more...]