Allerbling - New Food Allergy Awareness Bracelet
(From Website) AllerblingTM is a visual educational tool and a conversation piece that has the potential to save children’s lives by raising awareness of a child’s food allergies. AllerblingTM is cute and approachable, so kids will want to wear it. Yet it is clearly marked as a medical product for children’s caregivers. It displays the iconic symbols of the food products that are risky to the children, so their teachers and caregivers can be constantly reminded at a glance. We believe the AllerblingTM wristband will help young children, ages three and up; as they learn to read and talk about the ingredients in the food they eat; and what is not safe for them. It is a product that reduces children’s health risk and that is no child’s play!
Should Airlines Ban Peanuts?
On Wednesday, June 2nd, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed new consumer protections for air travelers. Included in the summary are three options that would provide greater access to air transportation to persons with peanut allergies. The DOT is soliciting comments from the public on the several proposed approaches. See more details about the proposal: To submit a comment here by August 9. Regulations.gov |
Science Friday Archives: Food Allergies
Scott Sicherer, MD, Mt Sinai Food Allergy Expert, on Science Friday radio show (call-in) Fri June 11, 2 pm.
(*Dr. Sicherer is one of the doctors at Mt. Sinai who treated my son during the baked milk study.)
New Books for Kids
At our last meeting Jennifer LeBovidge, Ph.D of Children's Hospital Boston came to speak with us about food allergies and anxieties. It was a great talk! One of the resources sited were these great books that help kids deal with the social challenges of living with food allergies.
The No Biggie Bunch – Children’s Books – Kids’ Food Allergies
The No Biggie Bunch – Children’s Books – Kids’ Food Allergies
News From FAAN
Nominate FAAN to Receive $100,000!
The NBC TODAY Show and the Pepsi Refresh Project are joining together to give a nonprofit organization a $100,000 grant. Nominate FAAN for this prestigious prize by submitting a photo or video, along with an explanation of why FAAN is your favorite charity and how FAAN has made a difference and positively affected the lives of others. A photo or video no longer than 60 seconds must accompany the entry and illustrate your essay, according to the contest rules. The deadline for the “What Do You Care About TODAY” contest is Friday!
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Your Input Sought Regarding Peanuts on Airlines
The Department of Transportation is currently accepting comments about how airlines can best address the needs of passengers affected by peanut allergy. Check out pages 51-54 to read more about the proposed rule, and see page 3 for instructions on how to submit a comment.
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New Website Content
We have updated our website with new content! In June, we’re featuring more travel tips, a new recipe, and a new member-penned essay in our community section. Visit our website this week to see what’s new!
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Poster Contest Deadline is Nearly Here …
Pass the word along – the deadline for the 13th Annual Food Allergy News for Kids Poster Contest is Friday! Children with food allergies between the ages of 4 and 11 are encouraged to create a poster on 8.5x11-inch paper based on the theme “Respect Every Bite.” Please make sure the child has listed his or her name, age, food allergies, mailing address, and phone number legibly on the back.
Submissions must be mailed flat (not folded) and postmarked by June 11 to the FAAN office. Prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place in two age categories (4-7 and 8-11).
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