Best FAACTs Roundtable Podcasts (2025)

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Ep: 231: Creating an Allergen-Friendly Restaurant Chain from Your Heart 19:12

2d ago19:12

19:12

In honor of Food Allergy Awareness Month, we’re sitting down with Tara Gilad, a mover and shaker in our food allergy community. Tara is a co-owner and co-founder of the Vitality Bowl Franchise, and we learn more about what inspires her and how she engages with the food allergy community. Resources to keep you in the know: Vitality Bowls About Vital…

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Ep. 230: Shared Decision-Making for Teens and Young Adults 17:38

9d ago17:38

17:38

Shared decision-making often focuses on parents and caregivers working with the doctor to benefit their child’s health. We are exploring the next level of shared decision-making when the patient is older, such as a teen or young adult. Tune in as board-certified allergist, Dr. Doug Mack discusses how to approach teens and how young adults can navig…

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Ep. 229: International Oral Immunotherapy Guidelines 18:00

16d ago18:00

18:00

Not long ago, 36 allergy experts worldwide came together to develop a consensus on preparing their patients for Oral Immunotherapy, also known as OIT. We’re sitting down with FAACT’s Medical Advisory Board Member, Dr. Katherine Anagnostou, one of the 36 allergy experts collaborating in the Preparing Patients for Oral Immunotherapy (PPOINT) consensu…

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Ep. 228: Allergists Speak Up - Making Sense of Food Allergy Social Media 22:08

23d ago22:08

22:08

Three leading allergists, Drs. Farah Khan, Manisha Relan, and Zach Rubin, are sitting down with FAACT to share their perspectives regarding how patients can use social media to benefit them as they manage food allergies. We’ll also explore how to avoid social media pitfalls and how to speak to your teen and young adult about navigating food allergi…

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Ep. 227: The Caregiver Perspective on Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) 21:53

1M ago21:53

21:53

We’re exploring how one family chose oral immunotherapy (OIT) for their child and what life has been like since they made that decision. Food allergy parent, advocate, and blogger, Hillary Tolle Carter is sharing her family’s OIT journey with us today! Resources to keep you in the know: Hillary Tolle Carter - Website Hillary Tolle Carter - WebMD Bl…

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Ep. 226: What to Know About Airborne Food Allergies 16:30

2M ago16:30

16:30

In this episode, we explore the definition of airborne allergies with FAACT’s Medical Advisory Board member, Dr. Kristin Sokol. We discuss situations to avoid when allergens might be in the air, such as walking through a kitchen where flour is being mixed or a barbeque restaurant where shrimp is being grilled. Resources to keep you in the know: Sch…

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Ep. 225: Updates from the AAAAI/WAO Joint Congress 18:15

2M ago18:15

18:15

Learn more about the ground-breaking news from the recent American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (AAAAI)/World Allergy Organization (WAO) Joint Congress from FAACT Medical Advisory Board Chair, Dr. Shahzad Mustafa. Topics include the most recent research in anaphylaxis, food allergy therapies, and other conditions in allergy and immuno…

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Ep. 224: Food Allergens Hidden in Cannabis-Containing Products 17:31

2M ago17:31

17:31

This podcast is for adult listeners since our topic explores hidden food allergens in Cannabis products. We’re sitting down with Steven Gendel, PhD, principal and consultant for Gendel Food Safety, to explore the intersection of food allergies and edible cannabis products - and how listeners can better understand how to determine if a product conta…

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Ep. 223: Food Allergy Treatment - The Power of Community and Science 32:11

3M ago32:11

32:11

We’re sitting down with Debbie Chizever Taback, Co-founder of Latitude Food Allergy Care, to explore Oral Immunotherapy, also known as OIT, and the impact of transforming food allergy treatment with empathy, science, and expertise. Resources to keep you in the know: Latitude Food Allergy Care Free Weekly Event: "Ask About OIT" office hours on Frida…

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Ep. 222: Could It Be Alpha-Gal Syndrome? with Dr. Scott Commins 22:25

3M ago22:25

22:25

Alpha-Gal Syndrome has been making headlines over the last few years, but do you know that a simple bite from certain ticks or chiggers can trigger an allergy to meat and other products made from mammals? We’re exploring this mysterious condition with Alpha-Gal expert and board-certified allergist, Dr. Scott Commins. Challenging to diagnose and eve…

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Ep. 221: Making Spirits Bright with Food Allergy Friendly Traditions 22:10

5M ago22:10

22:10

The holidays are a beautiful time to create lasting family memories. But what do you do when your family needs to pivot to stay safe while honoring traditions? We’re sitting down with Megan Lavin, the Founder of Allergy Awesomeness and cookbook author, to learn her secrets and discover new ideas for creating incredible holiday memories while stayin…

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Ep. 220: The Food Allergy Hive - A Supportive Community for Those with Food Allergies 33:21

5M ago33:21

33:21

Managing your loved ones or food allergies can leave you overwhelmed, stressed, and anxious. But where does one begin to address the emotional side of food allergies? We are sitting down with Elizabeth Hawkins, PhD, MPH, food allergy parent, psychologist, and founder of the Food Allergy Hive, who is also known as the Food Allergy Psychologist, to e…

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Ep. 219: Food Allergy Travels to Japan 33:24

5M ago33:24

33:24

We’re sitting down with young adults and brothers who are managing food allergies to explore their recent trip to Japan. Adam and Jason Rubinstein will share how they prepared and managed their food allergies while staying safe and enjoying Japan's sites and experiences! Resources to keep you in the know: FAACT's Traveling with Food Allergies FAACT…

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Ep. 218: Emergency Preparedness During Disasters - Learn What Is Important to Keep Your Food Allergy Family Safe! 27:33

6M ago27:33

27:33

Natural disasters can strike anywhere, anytime. Finding safe food after or during a disaster can be frightening for those managing food allergies. The good news is that adequate preparation allows you and your family to remain food allergy-safe while navigating a natural disaster. We’re exploring food allergy-focused disaster preparedness with FAAC…

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Ep. 217: Exploring Alpha-Gal Syndrome 37:02

6M ago37:02

37:02

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states, “Alpha-Gal syndrome (AGS) is a serious, potentially life-threatening allergic condition that can occur after a tick bite.” But how do you get AGS and tackle this condition? We’re exploring living with AGS with two change makers and AGS powerhouses, Candice Matthis and Debbie Nichols. They ar…

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Ep. 216: Special Diets - Solutions for Meetings and Events 35:15

7M ago35:15

35:15

We’re exploring how businesses and organizations address the challenges of keeping guests on special diets safe and included with Tracy Stuckrath, the Founder and President of thrive! meetings & events. Tracy has over 20 years of extensive event planning experience, is a sought-after speaker, and will help listeners peek into her world of solutions…

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Ep. 215: The Celiac College Guide 25:13

8M ago25:13

25:13

We’re sitting down with the founder and president of a new non-profit, the Celiac College Guide, Nicole Kessler, to explore this guide and learn more about how to find colleges that meet the needs of families living with Celiac disease. Nicole is a career educator named National Teacher of the Year for Teach for America. She eventually became a sch…

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Ep. 214: The Influencer Life with Lauren Less 20:10

8M ago20:10

20:10

We’re turning on the inspiration today with social media influencer Lauren Less, CEO and Founder of Less with Laur, to learn not only about the life of an influencer but also how to create a joyful life with food allergies and other related conditions. Resources to keep you in the know: Less with Laur - website and blog Follow Less with Laur on her…

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Ep. 213: Back-To-School Must-Knows About Accommodations 24:07

9M ago24:07

24:07

Back to School is here, and one of the most powerful steps any family can take is understanding their legal rights and how to stay calm and cool if their student hits challenges. We’re sitting down with FAACT’s General Counsel, Amelia Smith, JD, to hear her top Must-Knows about the Americans with Disability Act, K-12, and College so your family can…

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Ep. 212: Teaching Families Self-Advocacy with The Asian Allergy Mom 22:49

9M ago22:49

22:49

We explore how parents can find their voice and then guide their children to a life of self-advocacy with Ina K. Chung, who is known as The Asian Allergy Mom. Ina is outspoken about teaching children self-advocacy while encouraging parents to feel confident in finding their voice as they demonstrate to their families that they deserve to advocate a…

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Ep. 211: Food Allergy Treatments and What You Need to Know 37:30

10M ago37:30

37:30

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faacts-roundtable/id1507431265To help you make the best decisions about food allergy treatment choices, we’re exploring current options with board-certified allergist, Dr. Brian Vickery. We’ll discuss what questions to ask your doctor and family when determining the proper treatment for loved ones, including ti…

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Ep. 210: Keeping Food Allergy Social Media About the FAACTs 17:11

10M ago17:11

17:11

Many people discover the latest news, events, and conversations on social media, but how do food allergy influencers navigate and balance sharing their personal experience with education and evidenced-based science to ensure viewers receive accurate information? Popular food allergy influencer Mia Silverman is joining us today to discuss how she us…

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Ep. 209: College and Traveling While Managing Multiple Food Allergies 19:16

11M ago19:16

19:16

Join us as we delve into the world of college and travel with multiple food allergies, guided by the experienced voice of Mia Silverman, a college student and food allergy influencer. Mia's insightful approach to safe eating and travel and her infectious, upbeat, and relatable personality makes this a conversation you don't want to miss. Resources …

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Ep. 208: The Latest Airline News and Advocacy 36:14

11M ago36:14

36:14

The founder of No Nut Traveler, Lianne Mandelbaum, recently shared life-changing news about legislation directly impacting the safety of flying with food allergies. We’re exploring what this law passage means to our food allergy community and her air travel food allergy advocacy. Including the No Nut Traveler Grassroots Army launch, why collecting …

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Ep. 207: Food Allergy Harassment - Carter's Story 49:29

12M ago49:29

49:29

Shawna Mannon, high school student Carter’s mom, joins FAACT’s Roundtable Podcast today to discuss what her family experienced at her son’s former high school regarding his food allergies and why she filed a lawsuit against the school district. We’re also joined by FAACT’s General Counsel and VP of Civil Rights Advocacy, Amelia Smith, JD, to explor…

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Ep. 206: Patients Are Not Commodities 39:10

1y ago39:10

39:10

Dr. Shaker explores patient care from the angles of practice guidelines, cost-effective care, equity, partnerships, and policy. Getting the best care should seem straightforward, but it can get complicated when dealing with insurance/payors. Note: Dr. Shaker's views shared on this podcast are his own and do not reflect any professional affiliations…

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Ep. 205: How Brittany Mahomes Tackles Food Allergies 13:31

1y ago13:31

13:31

FAACT’s President and CEO, Eleanor Garrow-Holding, sits down with entrepreneur, athlete, and mom to two children living with food allergies, Brittany Mahomes, to explore her game plan for keeping her family safe and ready for quick action. Resources to keep you in the know: Food Allergy Game Plan About AUVI-Q Kaleo Patient Assistance Program You ca…

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Ep. 204: Exciting Updates from AAAAI 2024 29:13

1y ago29:13

29:13

Learn about ground-breaking news and updates from the recent American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (AAAAI) Annual Meeting held this February in Washington, D.C. In lay relatable terms, FAACT’s Medical Advisory Board Chair, Dr. Shahzad Mustafa, discusses the approval of Xolair and what it means for the food allergy community. He also s…

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Ep. 203: Mother-Daughter Conversations - What I Wish You Knew 22:39

1+ y ago22:39

22:39

Listen to college graduate daughter Maya Konoff and her mom, Jill Mindlin, candidly share their thoughts on the question, “What I wish you knew?” as they discuss growing up with food allergies. Today, We’re focusing on their thoughts during elementary and middle school, high school, and college days. Resources to keep you in the know: Food Allergie…

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Ep. 202: Say Goodbye to Holiday Stress and Anxiety 21:07

1+ y ago21:07

21:07

Coming together with family and friends during the holidays can be heartwarming and fun, but it can also feel overwhelming and stressful. To help you keep stress levels and anxiety down, we’re joined by FAACT's Director of Behavioral Health, Emery Brown, MA, Ed.S., NCSP, who shares solutions and tips for staying balanced during the busy days ahead.…

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Ep. 201: Student Conversations - Traveling with Food Allergies 18:01

1+ y ago18:01

18:01

With the holidays upon us, traveling as a student or young person during school breaks for vacations can be exciting and stressful. Learn tried and trustworthy travel tips from recent college graduate, Maya Konoff, who has studied abroad and has traveled extensively, international and domestic. Resources to keep you in the know: FAACT's Traveling w…

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Ep. 200: Food Allergies and Hanukkah Celebrations Go Together 17:00

1+ y ago17:00

17:00

Enjoy Hanukkah to the fullest with tips and ideas to keep your family food allergy safe during the holiday. We’re joined today by food allergy advocate and parent, Stacey Saiontz, who shares more ideas for a beautiful Hanukkah. To keep you in the know, below are helpful links: Vegan Sufganiyot Recipe Eggless Challah Bread Recipe Vegan and Gluten Fr…

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Ep. 199: Exploring Unmet Needs, the FDA Regulatory Process, and What You Need to Know 25:16

1+ y ago25:16

25:16

We’re exploring the unmet needs of needle phobia and exciting epinephrine innovation. We’re sitting down with Bryn Pharma’s Vice President of Medical Affairs, Karen Rance, DNP, CPNP, to learn, in simple terms, about the FDA regulatory process and how to understand the safety of epinephrine for our families. Resources to keep you in the know: Bryn P…

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Ep. 198: Oral Immunotherapy and Life After Treatment 15:22

1+ y ago15:22

15:22

We’re exploring Oral Immunotherapy, known as OIT, with FAACT’s Medical Advisory Board Member, Katherine Anagnostou, MD, who will also explore what to expect once the initial OIT protocol has concluded and what life will look like after treatment. Resources to keep you in the know: Peanut Allergy Treatment - Shared Decision-Making Tool Current State…

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Ep. 197: Updates from ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting 20:17

1+ y ago20:17

20:17

The American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology just concluded its 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting in Anaheim, CA. Dr. Shahzad Mustafa, FAACT's Medical Advisory Board Chair, provides updates from this Meeting that impact people living with food allergies. Resources to keep you in the know: American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology …

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Ep. 196: When Food Allergy Anxiety Strikes 20:36

1+ y ago20:36

20:36

What happens when your child begins to develop what you think might be food allergy anxiety? How do you identify it, and what is the solution? Don’t worry. We're learning about tackling food allergy anxiety with licensed clinical social worker, Lisa B. Rosenberg, M.Ed., MSW, LCSW, CSSW, who also lives with food allergies. Resources to keep you in t…

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Ep. 195: Giving Thanks and Traveling for the Holidays 20:52

1+ y ago20:52

20:52

When you or your family manage food allergies, traveling to spend time with family and friends can become stressful. Tackling travel stress, we’re joined by seasoned global traveler, Allie Bahn, also known as Miss Allergic Reactor, who will share her top tips for safe travel this season. Resources to keep you in the know: Miss Allergic Reactor Webs…

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Ep. 194: The Mast Cell Disease Society - Everything You Need to Know 17:10

1+ y ago17:10

17:10

We are exploring Mast Cell diseases with The Mast Cell Disease Society Executive Director, Jessica Fraser, as we learn about this organization, its mission, and in-depth resources available for everyone! Resources to keep you in the know from the podcast: Mast Cell Disease Society What Are Mast Cell Diseases? Mast Cell Disease Society Patient Resou…

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Ep. 193: Food Allergy Facts vs. Myths 18:33

1+ y ago18:33

18:33

With 24/7 access to food allergy information online, it can get tricky to decipher medically vetted and accurate information from misinformation. Dr. Dave Stukus discusses identifying potential myths, confirming good or bad information, and finding medically vetted information and resources. Resources to keep you in the know: FAACT's Website The Am…

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Ep. 192: Studying Abroad with Food Allergies 18:24

1+ y ago18:24

18:24

Studying abroad is a trending part of college life but traveling overseas might be out of the question when tackling food allergies. College grad, Maya Konoff, is with us today to help parents, caregivers, and students learn how to explore studying abroad in college and how to create a plan for food allergy safety. Resources to keep you in the know…

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Ep. 191: Managing Food Allergies in College and Sorority Life 18:51

1+ y ago18:51

18:51

College life and food allergies go together, but what do you do if you want to join a sorority or fraternity? We’ll explore how one college student, Isabelle, navigates safe eating on campus and how she works with and educates her sorority about supporting students with food allergies. Resources to keep you in the know: FAACT's College Resource Cen…

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Ep. 190: Food Allergy Cooking - Feeding Hungry Tummies on Limited Time 28:49

1+ y ago28:49

28:49

Cooking with food allergies is something we also master. But what do you do when there isn’t enough time in the day? We’re sitting down with kitchen guru and cookbook author, Megan Lavin, founder of Allergy Awesomeness, to learn how to dish up safe and tasty food allergy-friendly foods when juggling a busy family life. Resources to keep you in the …

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Ep. 189: Preparing for a Food Allergy Safe Halloween 24:00

1+ y ago24:00

24:00

We're taking the scare out of Halloween as we welcome fun and creative ways to enjoy a food allergy-safe time celebrating the spooky day! Discover ways to find what works best for your family with FAACT-recognized support group leader and FAACT Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Board Member, Ashley Smith. To keep you in the know, below are …

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Ep. 188: The Allergy & Asthma Network's Health Equity Programs & Updates 23:45

1+ y ago23:45

23:45

Food allergy thought leader and online food allergy support pioneer, Lynda Mitchell, joins us today to discuss her new role at the Allergy and Asthma Network, what the organization has planned for the upcoming year, and why health equity is a priority in our food allergy and asthma world. Resources to keep you in the know: Allergy and Asthma Networ…

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Ep. 187: Food Allergies - Healthy Snacks for All Ages 25:56

1+ y ago25:56

25:56

Now that school is in full swing, we’re discussing healthy snacks for each age and stage, from Preschool to College and the workplace when you have food allergies. We’re sitting down with a Pediatric Registered Dietitian, Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Alison Cassin, MS, RD, CSP, …

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Ep. 186: Top 3 Actions for Empowering Differences that Will Impact Food Allergy Attributes 31:12

1+ y ago31:12

31:12

We’re exploring how to use our differences to impact living with food allergies and the intersectionality of LBGTQ+ and food allergies. Sitting at FAACT’s Roundtable today is Ashley Brundage, the Founder and CEO of Empowering Differences, who will focus on the top three actions to take that will impact food allergy attributes. To keep you in the kn…

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Ep. 185: Neffy® Approval Update 27:32

1+ y ago27:32

27:32

Recently, the food allergy community anxiously awaited good news of FDA approval for neffy® (needle-free nasal epinephrine spray), but to the community’s shock, the FDA denied approval. ARS Pharma Co-founder, President and CEO, Richard Lowenthal, joins us to explain what happened and where neffy® stands. Resources to keep you in the know: ARS Pharm…

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Ep. 184: Gut Diversity and Prevention of Food Allergy 29:34

1+ y ago29:34

29:34

We’re exploring what gut diversity means to people with food allergies. We’ll also discuss how to prevent food allergies and the role of food in this protocol with Carina Venter, PhD, RD, a professor and registered dietician who works with the food allergy community as an Allergy Specialist Dietician. Resources to keep you in the know: The Internat…

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Ep. 183: Parent Perspective - Teaching Skills for College 27:01

1+ y ago27:01

27:01

We’re exploring how one parent taught her college student food allergy life skills, including what she wished she had taught her student before heading to campus. Gayle Rigione, parent, CEO, and Co-Founder of the Allergy Force Food Allergy App, candidly shares her experience with her family and why her app, Allergy Force, is “peace of mind in your …

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Ep. 182: High School Sports & Extra Curricular Challenges and Solutions 27:50

1+ y ago27:50

27:50

High school is an exciting and fun time for students, especially when they participate in their favorite sport or activity. But how do you keep your students safe when these activities occur after school hours or during travel? We’re sitting down with seasoned food allergy parent Stephanie Lowe to explore ways to tackle unexpected situations while …

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