"I want to stay at home"

Every child's (and adult's) experiences of their allergies will be different but if the dangers of their condition become overwhelming to them, you may be faced with a child who has become fearful of the outside world.

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Allergies aren't funny!

Have you noticed that in wider society, people with food allergies have been the butt of jokes on social media, TV and in films?

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Ever heard of a mould allergy?

When Natasha was just a toddler, the simple pleasure of kicking fallen leaves that piled up on the ground in Autumn months would set off immediate asthma attacks. We had no idea why, until we did a bit of research.

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Basic Level First-Aid Training in Schools Should Include Anaphylaxis

The headteacher told her that the first-aid course the school signed up to, didn't cover allergy or anaphylaxis training.

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Allergic to Exercise?

Ever heard someone say they are allergic to exercise? For most people, the comment would be seen as a joke, but it is actually a real and serious condition!

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Babies, Food Allergies & Anaphylaxis

A child's first allergic reaction, especially if it is anaphylaxis is utterly terrifying. As a parent, you are helpless and desperate for your child to receive the right medical treatment.

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We Won Breakthrough Charity of the Year 2022!

"Thank you 'Third Sector Awards' for this incredible recognition - of our work and for our unrelenting determination to #makeallergyhistory"

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“…I Found Myself in a Very Cold and Lonely Place” - One Mother’s Experience

The loneliness and isolation felt from being an allergy parent are all-consuming.

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Natasha's Day!

Natasha's Day' marks the day that Natasha's Law is officially one year old!

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We have been nominated for 'Breakthrough Charity of the Year'

Natasha, your name is saving lives and raising awareness of the dangers of food allergies around the world.

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Good Friends Can Make All The Difference!

Being friends with Tash opened my eyes to the struggles faced every day by people with food allergies.

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Families need help with inquests

Gareth Gower, Celia Marsh’s brother, told the Guardian it was “startling” to think that some families do not have legal support for cases like theirs.

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4 years since Natasha's Inquest ended

Four years ago today, Natasha's week-long inquest came to an end. When I close my eyes, I can see it, smell it and feel it like it was yesterday.

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Allergy Safe Food in Cafes

Suddenly, a member of staff came over to tell me that my children can't eat food that hasn’t been purchased in the cafe.

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Dear, Non-Allergic Friends...

Being asked questions that suggest I'm making them up such as, “How allergic are you really?” or “Are you just a fussy eater?” hurts.

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Can't Pinpoint Your Food Allergies? It Could be a Histamine Intolerance!

Is there something you suspect you're allergic to but can't put your finger on? It could be Histamine Intolerance.

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Why Gut Heath is Important for People with Allergies

In some areas of the world, asthma and allergies are almost non-existent. If we could understand what’s going on in our gut, could we change the impact allergens have on our bodies?

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Tell, then KISS!

Allergic reactions from kissing can be serious. According to pediatric allergist Dr Scott Sicherer, studies show that between 5 and 12% of food-allergic individuals will experience a reaction from kissing.

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We have a BIG Problem with 'May Contain' Labels

Due to the mass-labelling of ‘may contain’ labels and a lack of regulation and consistency, they can be incredibly frustrating for people with food allergies.

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It’s easy to judge allergy parents when you don’t live an allergic life

Parenting a child with a food allergy completely changes life for everyone in the family and this mum found out the hard way.

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