Why Teachers Need To Know About Food Allergies

The increase in the number and severity of food allergies among children means teachers must know how to deal with reactions. Over at EducationWorld.com, Joy Rotondi suggests ways teachers can prepare themselves to respond in the event of a food-allergy emergency.  Click here to read more.

Additional resources:

• The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) offers allergy-sensitive recipes for the traditional holiday fare, including gravy and pumpkin pie.
• FAANKids is a food allergy site just for kids.
• Food Allergies in the Real World is aimed at teens who want to actively monitor their food allergies.
• The Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America provides information about a broad spectrum of allergies as well as asthma.