New Study by FAI-Caregiver Impact
The impact of food allergies on caregivers' quality of life varies widely, according to an FAI-sponsored study published in theAnnals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. But one factor is constant: concern about the social limitations on food-allergic children, especially in school and daycare settings.
Dr. Ruchi Gupta and colleagues at Children's Memorial Hospitaland Northwestern University (Chicago) surveyed 1,126 caregivers nationwide from January 1, 2008 to January 1, 2009. The authors believe that this the largest study to evaluate food allergies' effect on caregivers in the United States.
Food Allergy Initiative - STudy Examines Caregivers' Quality of Life
Eating Out With Food Allergies
Kids With Food Allergies published an interview with Dr. Michael Pistiner (an allergist and food-allergy advocate) entitled Educational Eating. It's worth a read, particularly for those who are new to food allergies and concerned about how to keep safe while dining out.
Diet, Environment, and Children’s Food Allergies: newyorker.com
Great article in The New Yorker! How things have changed!
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