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![Why Should Your Child Wear Medical ID?](https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/media/blog/07.02.18_Medical ID Blog_Photo-116.jpg)
Why Should Your Child Wear Medical ID?
Does your food allergic child wear a medical ID? Here is the importance and positives of why they should. We have our emergency action plan, a trusted allergist, and always carry two epinephrine auto injectors. All
![Navigating the Emotional Seas of Food Allergies: One Parent’s Journey Towards Resilience](https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/media/blog/06.18.18_Blog Photo_Navigating Food Allergies_Tamara Hubbard-115.jpg)
Navigating the Emotional Seas of Food Allergies: One Parent’s Journey Towards Resilience
by Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC As a parent, there are days that are etched in your mind forever. The day your children were born. Their first words. Their first steps. Their first days of school. But when you’re the
![Getting to Know OWYN: Going the Extra Mile](https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/media/blog/06.05.18_OWYN Logo-114.jpg)
Getting to Know OWYN: Going the Extra Mile
by Caroline Moassessi, OWYN Consultant "No one fully understands unless you live and breathe it yourself," Amy Feuerstein, shared, "you just can't have a little." A sentiment she remembered explaining to well-meaning
![5 Things to Do for the End of School](https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/media/blog/05.24.18_5 Things To Do For End of School_Blog Photo-113.jpg)
5 Things to Do for the End of School
by Stacey Stratton, FAACT’s Director of Publications The end of the school year can bring excitement to the children and relief to the parents. Maybe your school was great working with you and your child’s food
![Food Allergies & Field Trips](https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/media/blog/05.10.18_FA Field Trips_Blog Photo-112.jpg)
Food Allergies & Field Trips
by Stacey Stratton, FAACT’s Director of Publications If your child’s school is planning a field trip, be sure to find out the answers to these 5 things:When, Where, How, What, and Who. By discussing these
![Vitality Bowls Rallies Communities in Support of Food Allergy Awareness](https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/media/blog/Vitality Bowls_Logo.png.jpg)
Vitality Bowls Rallies Communities in Support of Food Allergy Awareness
National Superfood Café Raises Awareness, Funds for Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Connection Team SAN RAMON, Calif. – Fueled by the desire to spread knowledge of food allergies, Vitality Bowls is
![Tips for Creating a “Safe” Easter That Your Child Will Enjoy and Remember](https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/media/blog/03.27.18_Easter Blog Photo.jpg)
Tips for Creating a “Safe” Easter That Your Child Will Enjoy and Remember
by Stacey Stratton Easter can be another concerning time for parents, who have children with food allergies. Not only do you have to watch that all the candy and food is “safe”, but you might also have to
![New Research Results from American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology / World Allergy Organization Joint Congress](https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/media/blog/03.06.18_AAAAI-WAO Photo.png)
New Research Results from American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology / World Allergy Organization Joint Congress
FAACT President and CEO, Eleanor Garrow-Holding, and Vice President of Development and Programs, Julie Forrest, attended the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology (AAAAI)/World Allergy Organization (WAO)
![Managing Your Child’s Food Allergies at School](https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/media/blog/01.08.18_Lisa Musician_Blog Photo.jpg)
Managing Your Child’s Food Allergies at School
by Lisa Musician, RD How can parents best partner with a school to insure their child’s food allergies are managed safely and successfully? For anyone sending a child off to school, it can be exciting,
![Increasing Allergy Safety this Holiday Season while Enjoying Allergy-Friendly Sweets](https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/media/blog/12.21.17_Holiday Tips for Celebrating Safely Photo.jpg)
Increasing Allergy Safety this Holiday Season while Enjoying Allergy-Friendly Sweets
by Stacey Stratton, FAACT’s Publications Manager The holidays are made for celebrating, and this usually includes lots of food and fun! Here are some of FAACT’s reminders and tips, as you prepare for the