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Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · 17h

Not all foods are labeled for individual resale
- this means individually packaged treats might not have an ingredient label. 🛑 If you can't read it, don't eat it! 🛑

#FoodAllergies

Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · 3d

Pumpkin season is here! Check out our favorite savory and sweet allergy-friendly pumpkin recipes.

https://community.kidswithfoodallergies.org/blog/allergy-friendly-pumpkin-recipes-cooking-tips

#FoodAllergy #Recipes #Pumpkin #Baking

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Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · 5d

🛑 Important Reminder! Don't rely on marketing terms like "allergy-friendly", "allergy safe", "classroom safe", or "school safe". Be sure to read the ingredient label to confirm if a food contains your child's allergens.

#FoodAllergies

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Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · 7d

Managing #FPIES can feel like a puzzle you can’t figure out, but every piece that fits gives you hope.

Our community is here to support you through every step of your journey. Our resources have the info you need to learn how to manage FPIES with confidence.

kidswithfoodallergies.org/fpies

Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · 8d

We won! Allergen disclosure on restaurant menus is now the law in #California. Thanks to @CAgovernor for signing the ADDE Act that takes a big step forward in preventing food allergy reactions in restaurants.

More on the bill:
aafa.org/aafa-bill-to...

AAFA Bill to Require Allergen Labeling in California Restaurants Becomes Law

The Allergen Disclosure for Dining Experiences (ADDE) Act requiring allergen disclosure in restaurants has been signed into law in California.

aafa.org

Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · 11d

Annual reminder that different sizes of candies can have different ingredients.

Ex: full-sized Laffy Taffy has a different formulation than the small Laffy Taffy. The large bars contain egg. The smaller bars contain soy.

Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · 13d

Keep everyone safe and included with non-food treats for celebrations, parties, and rewards! This is a great way to reduce the chances of a #FoodAllergy reaction!

More ideas: https://bit.ly/3IViZLJ

Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · 18d

We’re excited to talk with people attending the FAACT Allergy Summit about our resources for food allergies, asthma, & other allergic diseases!

This event brings together patients, caregivers, health care professionals, & companies that support #foodallergy management.

@faactnews.bsky.social

Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · 24d

We’re at #AAP 2025! Resources we offer #pediatricians: 
√ Posters for current #asthma inhaler & #epinephrine options 
√ Asthma & #FoodAllergyAnaphylaxis action plans  
√ Patient guides for asthma, food allergies, & allergic diseases 
√ Activity books for children on asthma, allergies &, #EoE

Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · 27d

Para más consejos sobre cómo mantenerte saludable durante la temporada de gripe: aafa.org/flu

Flu (Influenza)

For people with asthma, guarding against the flu is important every year because the flu can worsen lung function and make asthma symptoms even worse.

aafa.org

Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · 27d

¡El mejor momento para vacunarte contra la #gripe es ahora! Las vacunas contra la gripe pueden ayudar a prevenir la gripe y pueden hacer que sea más leve y corta si la contraes. Todas las personas mayores de 6 meses deben recibir una vacuna contra la gripe, con pocas excepciones.

Flu (Influenza)

For people with asthma, guarding against the flu is important every year because the flu can worsen lung function and make asthma symptoms even worse.

aafa.org

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Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · 27d

The best time to get your #flu shot is now! Flu shots can help prevent the flu and can make it milder and shorter if you do get it. Everyone over age 6 months should get a flu shot, with few exceptions.

For more tips on staying healthy during flu season: aafa.org/flu

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Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · Sep 18

The CA legislature amended & approved ADDE Act (SB68) & it’s just waiting for Gov. Newsom to sign into law!

We're excited that this bill will be the framework to build upon & for other states to implement.

Read more & send a msg Gov. Newsom:

community.kidswithfoodallergies.org/blog/tell-go...

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Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · Sep 18

Our community often asks, “What snacks can I pack my child for lunch if they have food allergies?”

We have tips to find safe options that can help teach your child learn how to find safe snacks too - https://bit.ly/4nDBP8T

#BackToSchool

Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · Sep 16

Our private, online forums are open 24/7/365 for support. Our community provides an emotionally safe space where you can talk about managing food allergies, get updated information, and get answers to your questions from our experts.

Sign up now: https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/join

Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · Sep 12

#Louisiana is not meeting AAFA’s standards for policies that support the health of students with #asthma & #allergies. The state is missing several critical policies to protect health. Read our report for recommendations for LA to support healthier school environments: aafa.org/advocacy/sta...

Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · Sep 8

The ADDE Bill Passed the Assembly! It now heads to the Governor’s desk for his signature.

Urge Gov. Newsom to sign it: www.votervoice.net/AAFAmerica/c...

#California #FoodAllergy

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Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · Sep 7

Joanne & Louis Giorgi founded the Natalie Giorgi Sunshine Foundation in memory of their daughter who died from an allergic reaction.

They see the ADDE Act as a natural step in protecting people with food allergies in CA.
Add your support: https://bit.ly/4g7CqNn

Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · Sep 5

Hannah Glass tragically lost her life to anaphylaxis, but her family is using her story to inspire hope and food allergy awareness rather than grief.

Read more - https://bit.ly/4gaeRDP

#anaphylaxis #foodallergy

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Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · Sep 3

AAFA is a proud co-sponsor of California’s ADDE Act, which would require restaurants to list the top 9 food allergens for menu items.

If you live in California, send a letter to your assemblymember.
https://www.votervoice.net/AAFAmerica/Campaigns/128760/Respond

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Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · Aug 30

#Ohio has less than half of the policies we recommend to protect the health of students with #asthma and #foodallergies. Read our report to see what gaps Ohio should address to support healthier school environments.

https://aafa.org/advocacy/state-honor-roll/ohio/

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Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · Aug 29

Labeling laws help people with #FoodAllergies identify the major 9 food allergens. But if your food allergens aren’t included in the top 9, it may be harder to identify if a food is safe or not.

Read more on how to manage these allergies - https://bit.ly/4g1HWBe

Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · Aug 28

#Florida is missing some critical protection for students with #asthma and/or #foodallergies. Read our report to find AAFA’s recommendations to help FL schools improve the school environment for kids with asthma and allergies.

https://aafa.org/advocacy/state-honor-roll/florida/

Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · Aug 25

We’ve been invited by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to discuss food allergens and issues around food safety, labeling policy, and improved consumer information.

Join our online community to stay connected for more details on this meeting

https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/join

Kids With Food Allergies @kfa.bsky.social · Aug 24

A recent study looked at children with anaphylaxis who were treated with epinephrine in the ER could be safely sent home after just 2 hours of monitoring. Read about this study, as well as other food allergy research and clinical trials: https://bit.ly/4muDuxa

#anaphylaxis #foodallergies #research

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