Editor: V. Dimov, M.D., Allergist/Immunologist, Assistant Professor at the University of Chicago
The Food Allergy Action Plan by FAAN is available here (adapted by Dr. Dimov):
The generic version is available from FAAN website: FAAN's Food Allergy Action Plan is available for download in several languages. You may copy these documents and distribute them freely.
Tips for managing food allergy (MJA, 2004):
- Always carry an EpiPen 2-Pak
- Always read food labels
- Ask questions about food preparation (be aware of the risk of cross-contamination)
- No label/no eat
- No EpiPen/no eat
- Tell friends about a serious food allergy
- Tell friends if feeling unwell, especially after eating
Eleanor Garrow, Vice President of Education and Outreach for FAAN, talks about living with food allergies, 2010.
Related reading
Cetirizine is better than diphenhydramine (Benadryl) in the treatment of acute food-induced allergic reactions. JACI, 2011.
Food allergy and anaphylaxis training - free at AllergyReady.com
Published: 06/07/2011
Updated: 06/11/2012
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