Always read labels– While it’s always important to read labels, ensure you are reading labels for activity boxes. Often, gingerbread boxes and premade holiday kits have easily missed allergens. Looking at labels online and pre-ordering can help you get an “allergy-safe” activity kit. Plan ahead- let the hosts know about the food allergies present. This can be […]
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Hidden Halloween Allergy Scare
Hidden Halloween Allergy Scaries! Halloween is a fun time for kids, but often children with asthma or allergies fall activities can trigger their symptoms! We want your children with allergies or asthma to be able to enjoy Halloween, and we’re here to help make those pesky allergens a little less spooky! Jumping in fall leaves, […]
Fire Ants – Wasp – Bees, OH MY!
Fire Ants – Wasp – Bees, OH MY! Spring in Texas brings to our minds beautiful bluebonnets and wildflowers. But spring also brings fire ants, wasp, hornets, and bees, which are not only annoying at picnics but also can be dangerous for venom allergic people. The wingless member of Hymenoptera Order is the Fire Ant, […]
Food Allergy Friendly Halloween Treats & Fun
Fun and Prizes are waiting for you!!!!! Lots of food allergy friendly prizes and treats! Games, lights, decorations, and character inflatables! CHOO CHOO EXPRESS!!!!!!!!!!!! CLICK HERE TO SEE THE EVENT
FAQ About Penicillin Allergy
1. What are the signs and symptoms of penicillin allergy? People who are allergic may have any of the following symptoms within an hour of taking the drug: Hives (red welts) Swelling, commonly of the lips, eyes, tongue, hands, or feet. Shortness of breath or wheezing In severe reactions, fainting can occur 2. […]
Your FAAC Providers care about your health and encourage you to receive the COVID-19 Vaccine
Your FAAC Providers care about your health and encourage you to receive the COVID-19 Vaccine COVID-19 vaccines are safe · COVID-19 vaccines were developed using science that has been around for decades. · COVID-19 vaccines are not experimental. They went through all the required stages of clinical trials. Extensive testing and monitoring have shown […]
UPDATED FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE COVID-19 VACCINE
WHY SHOULD I RECEIVE A VACCINE AGAINST COVID-19? Protection! For yourself, your family, your friends, and your co-workers. A COVID-19 vaccination will help keep you from getting COVID-19 or keep you from becoming seriously ill if you get COVID-19. Receiving a COVID-19 vaccination is the pathway towards stopping the pandemic. FOR MOST PEOPLE, THE BENEFITS […]
6 Tips for Managing Food Allergies in Schools during the Covid-19 pandemic
It is back to school time! I know we are all wondering what this new school year will bring in terms of schooling and managing food allergies during the Covid-19 pandemic. There is always a flurry of things that we need to do to keep our children safe, for those who have children with food […]
Are you allergic to Penicillin? PERHAPS NOT!
Chances are you or someone you know has a penicillin allergy. Penicillin and its derivatives are the most common cause of drug-induced anaphylaxis, accounting for some 500 deaths per year in the United States. However, 10 times as many people think that they have a penicillin allergy. Did you know for every 100 people with […]
Fire Ants – Wasp – Bees, OH MY!
Fire Ants – Wasp – Bees, OH MY! Spring in Texas brings to our minds beautiful bluebonnets and wildflowers. But spring also brings fire ants, wasp, hornets, and bees, which are not only annoying at picnics but also can be dangerous for venom allergic people. The wingless member of Hymenoptera Order is the Fire Ant, […]
