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Download our latest guides available in Peanut & Tree Nut-Free, Milk-Free, Gluten-Free, Sesame-Free, and a Custom Edition you can tailor to any combination of the 11 allergens we track! #foodallergies
Download Our Updated Gluten-Free and Allergy-Friendly Guides
In Peanut & Tree Nut-Free, Milk-Free, Gluten-Free, Sesame-Free, and Custom Editions.
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November 26, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Download our latest guides available in Peanut & Tree Nut-Free, Milk-Free, Gluten-Free, Sesame-Free, and a Custom Edition you can tailor to any combination of the 11 allergens we track! #foodallergies
Living with #foodallergies is a complicated reality, even for celebrities. Our thanks to Kerry Washington for sharing how she keeps herself safe at functions. (Video of interview included.)
Why Kerry Washington Ate "Jerky in a Bathroom" at the Met Gala: Severe Food Allergies
Kerry Washington’s candor provides important visibility for allergy sufferers worldwide.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Living with #foodallergies is a complicated reality, even for celebrities. Our thanks to Kerry Washington for sharing how she keeps herself safe at functions. (Video of interview included.)
Exciting news as another needle-free emergency epinephrine alternative is advancing through clinical trials, promising to broaden options for consumers. #foodallergies
Nasus Doses First Patient in Phase 2 Trial of Powder-Based Intranasal Epinephrine for Anaphylaxis
A critical step in the development of another needle-free nasal spray alternative to traditional epinephrine auto-injectors
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November 24, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Exciting news as another needle-free emergency epinephrine alternative is advancing through clinical trials, promising to broaden options for consumers. #foodallergies
Food allergy news headlines for the week ending November 14, 2025. For all the news behind the headlines or to subscribe to our newsletter, visit SnackSafely.com.
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November 23, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Food allergy news headlines for the week ending November 14, 2025. For all the news behind the headlines or to subscribe to our newsletter, visit SnackSafely.com.
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Researchers are increasingly focusing on the microbiome to treat #foodallergies and improve existing treatments. Learn more about this exciting trial and consider enrolling your adolescent if you live in the Boston area and they are eligible.
Phase II Trial Now Recruiting, Investigates Microbiome as Immunotherapy Enhancer
Trial will determine whether combining microbiota transplantation with OIT can improve the safety, efficacy, and durability of food allergy treatment.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Researchers are increasingly focusing on the microbiome to treat #foodallergies and improve existing treatments. Learn more about this exciting trial and consider enrolling your adolescent if you live in the Boston area and they are eligible.
As if you didn't have enough to worry about, here is news of a new concern facing the #foodallergy community.
A New Worry: Deliberate Food Allergy Disinformation is Now a Threat
This was a deliberate attempt to post clickbait, and it poses a new concern for the food allergy community.
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November 20, 2025 at 3:11 PM
As if you didn't have enough to worry about, here is news of a new concern facing the #foodallergy community.
Great news for those wanting neffy epinephrine nasal spray but can't get it due to doctor or paperwork issues. Take advantage of this new program where you schedule a free virtual visit with a prescriber from home and receive neffy 3-5 days later. #foodallergies #anaphylaxis
No Needles, Co-Pay or In-Person Doctor Visit: neffy® Access Now Unlocked for Millions with Commercial Insurance
Get neffy delivered in 3-5 days without leaving home, even if your doctor won't prescribe it.
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November 19, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Great news for those wanting neffy epinephrine nasal spray but can't get it due to doctor or paperwork issues. Take advantage of this new program where you schedule a free virtual visit with a prescriber from home and receive neffy 3-5 days later. #foodallergies #anaphylaxis
While the Food Allergy Fund's Leadership Summit was a source of optimism regarding the future of research into therapies and a cure, one discussion was a cause for serious concern. #foodallergies
RFK Jr Taints an Otherwise Successful Food Allergy Fund Leadership Conference
RFK Jr's personal biases threaten food allergy research.
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November 18, 2025 at 4:04 PM
While the Food Allergy Fund's Leadership Summit was a source of optimism regarding the future of research into therapies and a cure, one discussion was a cause for serious concern. #foodallergies
Exciting news on the diagnosis front, as this device detects imminent reactions earlier, signaling the need to stop an oral food challenge before symptoms worsen. #foodallergies
Novel Device Promises Safer Oral Food Allergy Challenges
Device measures water loss from the skin, a physiological change known to occur rapidly during an allergic reaction.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Exciting news on the diagnosis front, as this device detects imminent reactions earlier, signaling the need to stop an oral food challenge before symptoms worsen. #foodallergies
The tick responsible for AGS has been found across the continental US. The CDC estimates a half million Americans may already have the disease and the incidence is skyrocketing. We include our primer to help you keep yourself and your family safe. #foodallergies
First Known Fatality from Tick-Borne Alpha-gal Meat Allergy Confirmed
Case serves as a tragic and urgent reminder of the potentially life-threatening nature of this emerging condition.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:27 PM
The tick responsible for AGS has been found across the continental US. The CDC estimates a half million Americans may already have the disease and the incidence is skyrocketing. We include our primer to help you keep yourself and your family safe. #foodallergies
Researchers have known for decades that pets in early childhood lower the risk of developing food allergies later in life, but they haven't understood why until now. This intriguing study reveals the mechanism and could lead to new treatments. #foodallergies
Study Reveals How Dogs Can Reduce Food Allergy Risk in Children
Exposure to dogs appeared to restart the normal immune development process.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Researchers have known for decades that pets in early childhood lower the risk of developing food allergies later in life, but they haven't understood why until now. This intriguing study reveals the mechanism and could lead to new treatments. #foodallergies
The Center for Food Allergy & Asthma Research (CFAAR) Summer 2026 program will take place July 20th-24th; Applications are now open!
Learn more/apply on their website:
feinberg.northwestern.edu/sites/cfaar/community-outreach/cfaar-ambassadors-program.html
Learn more/apply on their website:
feinberg.northwestern.edu/sites/cfaar/community-outreach/cfaar-ambassadors-program.html
November 12, 2025 at 4:04 PM
The Center for Food Allergy & Asthma Research (CFAAR) Summer 2026 program will take place July 20th-24th; Applications are now open!
Learn more/apply on their website:
feinberg.northwestern.edu/sites/cfaar/community-outreach/cfaar-ambassadors-program.html
Learn more/apply on their website:
feinberg.northwestern.edu/sites/cfaar/community-outreach/cfaar-ambassadors-program.html
Important information for individuals with allergies or eczema planning to undergo surgery: Be sure to discuss with your surgeon any extra precautions you should take during your recovery period. #foodallergies #ACAII25
People with Allergies or Eczema May Face Higher Risk of Surgical Complications
New research suggests inflammation and immune system changes can make it harder for the body to heal.
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November 12, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Important information for individuals with allergies or eczema planning to undergo surgery: Be sure to discuss with your surgeon any extra precautions you should take during your recovery period. #foodallergies #ACAII25
Every #foodallergy parent's worst nightmare occurred during a Qatar Airways flight from Washington to Doha, as a flight attendant dismissed a mom's warnings and mocked her concern, according to a lawsuit.
$5M Lawsuit Claims Qatar Airways' Negligence Caused Severe In-Flight Anaphylaxis and ICU Stay for Toddler
The crew allegedly failed to make a public announcement for a medical professional or call for ground-based telemedicine support.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Every #foodallergy parent's worst nightmare occurred during a Qatar Airways flight from Washington to Doha, as a flight attendant dismissed a mom's warnings and mocked her concern, according to a lawsuit.
An important study presented at #ACAAI2025 showed that vaccinated children with eczema had lower rates of both allergic conditions and infections compared to their unvaccinated peers. Eczema is an early step in the "atopic march" toward #foodallergies.
COVID-19 Vaccination Linked to Reduced Infections in Children with Eczema
“We found lower rates of both allergic conditions and infections among vaccinated children compared to their unvaccinated peers.”
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November 10, 2025 at 3:22 PM
An important study presented at #ACAAI2025 showed that vaccinated children with eczema had lower rates of both allergic conditions and infections compared to their unvaccinated peers. Eczema is an early step in the "atopic march" toward #foodallergies.
Food allergy news headlines for the week ending November 8, 2025. For all the news behind the headlines or to subscribe to our newsletter, visit SnackSafely.com.
November 8, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Food allergy news headlines for the week ending November 8, 2025. For all the news behind the headlines or to subscribe to our newsletter, visit SnackSafely.com.
Exciting news from #ACAAI2026 as Aquestive's sublingual epinephrine study shows similar effectiveness in children and teens as in adults. #foodallergies
Anaphylm™ Sublingual Epinephrine Shows Promising Results for Pediatric Anaphylaxis Treatment
Aquestive's phase 1 study of AQST-109, shows promising results as a new, easy-to-use option for treating severe allergic reactions like anaphylaxis.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Exciting news from #ACAAI2026 as Aquestive's sublingual epinephrine study shows similar effectiveness in children and teens as in adults. #foodallergies
Exciting news on the treatment front as Viaskin peanut patch studies show effectiveness. The company also has a milk patch in the pipeline. #foodallergies
Peanut Patch Treatment Continues to Help Toddlers Safely Build Tolerance Over Three Years
After three years of treatment, more than 70% could tolerate about three to four peanut kernels.
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November 6, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Exciting news on the treatment front as Viaskin peanut patch studies show effectiveness. The company also has a milk patch in the pipeline. #foodallergies
Please note this important advisory for undeclared wheat. #foodallergies
Advisory: Nationwide Recall of Häagen-Dazs Variety for Undeclared Allergen
Häagen-Dazs Chocolate Dark Chocolate Mini Bars may contain undeclared wheat.
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November 5, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Please note this important advisory for undeclared wheat. #foodallergies
Super exciting news for the treatment of young children, as a study showed nearly two-thirds achieved lasting remission three months after treatment ended. Although this study focused on treating peanut allergy, SLIT is also available for milk, eggs, soy, tree nuts, wheat, et al. #foodallergies
Peanut Sublingual Immunotherapy Shows Long-Term Benefits for Young Children
SLIT significantly increased rates of tolerance and remission.
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November 4, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Super exciting news for the treatment of young children, as a study showed nearly two-thirds achieved lasting remission three months after treatment ended. Although this study focused on treating peanut allergy, SLIT is also available for milk, eggs, soy, tree nuts, wheat, et al. #foodallergies
This study is eye-opening because, in addition to tracking the shift in tree nut allergy rates, it reveals a shocking fact: 80% of severe reactions happened in individuals without a prior allergy diagnosis, and the medical system is woefully unprepared to manage these cases. #foodallergies
Study: Cashew Now Dominates Anaphylaxis in Children, Almond Rises in Adults
Across both age groups, the vast majority of patients were unaware of their allergy prior to the anaphylactic event.
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November 3, 2025 at 2:34 PM
This study is eye-opening because, in addition to tracking the shift in tree nut allergy rates, it reveals a shocking fact: 80% of severe reactions happened in individuals without a prior allergy diagnosis, and the medical system is woefully unprepared to manage these cases. #foodallergies
Because the only things that should be scary on Halloween are the costumes!
October 31, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Because the only things that should be scary on Halloween are the costumes!
This groundbreaking research establishes the foundation for understanding and developing new treatments for #foodallergies, #IBS, and other chronic conditions.
Rewiring the Gut: Scientists Decipher the 'Second Brain' to Fight Food Allergies
Research is a major step forward, laying the foundation for an entirely new approach to treating chronic conditions like food allergy.
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October 31, 2025 at 3:28 PM
This groundbreaking research establishes the foundation for understanding and developing new treatments for #foodallergies, #IBS, and other chronic conditions.
Food allergy headlines for the week of October 27, 2025, from the news desk at SnackSafely.com.
October 30, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Food allergy headlines for the week of October 27, 2025, from the news desk at SnackSafely.com.
More exciting news on the treatment front as RAPT Therapeutics begins trial of an anti-IgE candidate to treat #foodallergies. This trial will recruit people with allergies to peanuts, milk, eggs, walnuts, and cashews.
RAPT Therapeutics Launches Phase 2b Trial for Anti-IgE Therapy for Food Allergies
Food allergy trial advances after promising Phase 2 results for chronic spontaneous urticaria.
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October 30, 2025 at 2:55 PM
More exciting news on the treatment front as RAPT Therapeutics begins trial of an anti-IgE candidate to treat #foodallergies. This trial will recruit people with allergies to peanuts, milk, eggs, walnuts, and cashews.