Diagnosing a true food allergy is a complex process, which is why it’s important to seek the help of a board-certified allergist.
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Food allergies can be serious. Living with a food allergy requires thoughtful planning, communication, and vigilance at home and in public. That’s why accurate diagnosis and management are so important.
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NeedyMeds.org is a powerful resource and is a one-stop shop to find medication discounts, clinics, health care related programs and assistance by state and you can even find scholarships!
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Experiencing rigid thoughts and actions is natural when faced with uncertainty, discomfort, and distress. However, flexibility, or the ability to adapt, is beneficial when navigating treatments.
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Evaluation Process Before Beginning Treatment
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Happy #InternationalWomensDay from #FAACT!
We celebrate every woman, today and every day. We are grateful to all women who
continue to be trailblazers and make a difference in this world!
To young women, you can accomplish anything you desire, and be the woman you thrive
to be.
#FAACT Welcomes Two New Medical Advisory Board Members
Farah Khan, MD and Manisha Relan, MD join FAACT's MAB. Their experience and knowledge will further FAACT’s mission of providing science-based resources and programs for the allergy community.
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#FAACT Welcomes New Members to the Leadership Team
Learn more about their backgrounds and personal connections to food allergies here:
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Explore your and your child’s motivations for undergoing treatment.
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No Label, Do Not Eat!
It is important that children learn from an early age that they must read labels. This practice will help the child to become his or her own advocate and navigate through life safely.
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#FAACT Recognizes Women's History Month
The 2026 National Women’s History Month Theme Is “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future”.
Who are the women in your community or organization that you will honor?
Learn more here:
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Miss America’s Teen 2026, Tess Ferm, To Support Families With Food Allergies as New National Spokesperson for FAACT
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Are you attending @AAAAI_org in Philly this weekend?
Please be sure to visit #FAACT Booth 1521 for your food allergy and anaphylaxis education, advocacy, and awareness needs!
#AAAAI26 #FoodAllergy #FoodAllergies #Allergy #Anaphylaxis #AAAAI
Emergency Kit Contents
There are several medications that can be used to treat anaphylaxis. These include epinephrine, H1 antihistamines, H2 antihistamines, albuterol, and steroids.
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#FAACT is partnering with Inspire to learn more about the impact of #EoE on people who live with the condition. If you are currently taking #Eohilia, or are a parent or caregiver of someone who is, you may be eligible to participate in a study and earn up to $300.
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Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) is a serious, potentially life-threatening allergic condition that can occur after a tick bite. It's named for a molecule, galactose-α-1,3-galactose, that's found in most mammals.
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Do You Know Your Epinephrine Options?
#Epinephrine is the FIRST medication that should be administered when treating #anaphylaxis - it reverses symptoms & allows time to seek additional care.
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Happy 25th Anniversary to our partner, Kaleo!
Thank you for educating, advocating, raising awareness, & saving lives for the past 25 years! #FAACT is proud to be a partner.
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Happy Lunar New Year!
#FAACT wishes you a New Year full of wisdom, mystery, and transformation.
#HappyLunarNewYear #LunarNewYear #LunarNewYear2026 #YearOfTheHorse #YearOfWisdom #ChineseNewYear
Symptoms of #anaphylaxis can develop rapidly after exposure to an allergen, usually reaching peak severity within 5 to 30 minutes, but this may be delayed up to 2 hours.
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Happy #Valentine's Day from #FAACT!
Check out our "Valentine's Gems To Warm Your Heart" blog:
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#Love #ValentinesDay #Valentines #Sweetheart #BeMine #BeMyValentine #ILoveSomeoneWithFoodAllergies #HappyValentinesDay #HappyHeartDay #FoodAllergy #FoodAllergies #Allergy #Allergies
Cross-Contact CAN happen! Proper cleaning of hands, cookware, utensils, and also surfaces is vital for preventing exposure to allergens.
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#FoodAllergy #Allergy #CrossContact #KnowTheFAACTs #ShareTheFAACTs #LearnTheFAACTs
While more than 170 foods can cause allergic reactions in people with food allergies, the law identifies the nine most common allergenic foods.
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What is Anaphylaxis (an–a–fi–LAK–sis)?
Anaphylaxis Definition:
Anaphylaxis is a serious allergic reaction that comes on quickly and has the potential to become life-threatening.
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Immune System Response:
• A food allergy is an immune system response to a food the body mistakenly believes is harmful.
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Were you or your child just diagnosed with a #foodallergy? Did you know as many as 32 million Americans live with #foodallergies?
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#Allergy #Anaphylaxis #AllergyAwareness #FoodAllergyAwareness
Did you know that sesame is one of the few allergens that requires testing both with skin and blood tests to detect all relevant allergens?
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A shellfish allergy is different from a fish allergy. Those who are allergic to shellfish do not necessarily have to avoid fish, and vice versa.
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