Allergies and Anaphylaxis
August 2024: FDA approval of the first nasal spray epinepherine
Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan
Form developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics
Epinephrine at Camp (2023)
A resource to include some details about unassigned Epinephrine at camps, a link to guidelines state by state, suggestions for purchasing and associated cost. Read more
Does your state allow stocking epi in schools? The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America has a map providing state by state details for stocking epinephrine in schools. Read more
Anaphylaxis Study
ACH participated in an Anaphylaxis study in conjunction with Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Ohio State University initiated in May 2016. Camp nurses provided feedback regarding anaphylaxis in the camp setting allowing us to better understand the implications of care and identify measures to address safety.
Study Findings
Food Allergy Prevalence and Management in an Overnight Summer Camp
Anaphylaxis Knowledge in Camp Personnel
Survey data were collected from camp directors, medical personnel, and camp staff concerning food allergy and anaphylaxis. Knowledge gaps were identified in these groups, particularly in identifying anaphylaxis, but recent training was associated with increased knowledge. Read the Article
Food Allergy Trends and Epinepherine Autoinjector Presence at Summer Camps Read the Article
JOURNAL ALLERGY CLINICAL IMMUNOLOGY PRACT VOLUME 5, NUMBER 2
Life with Food Allergies Website
A non-profit organization committed to Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE) https://www.foodallergy.org
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Website
Kids With Food Allergies Website
Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Connection Team
