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Allergy/Asthma Information Association 
Provides information, sponsors support groups, develops educational materials, and acts as an advocate for sufferers of allergies and asthma. Web site includes articles on allergies, asthma, and anaphylaxis.
Source: Allergy/Asthma Information Association (AAIA)
Anaphylaxis Canada 
Provides information and support to people who are affected by life-threatening allergies, raises public awareness, and advocates changes in society that will provide safer environments for people with anaphylaxis. Web site includes product alerts, frequently asked questions, and a glossary of terms.
Source: Anaphylaxis Canada
Anaphylaxis in schools and child care settings 
Identifies the risks of life-threatening allergic reactions within school and child care settings, and suggests avoidance measures, public education programs, and treatment strategies, including the administration of epinephrine. Includes references, common symptoms, and recommendations.
Source: Ontario Medical Association (OMA)
Anaphylaxis in the school 
Defines what anaphylaxis is and describes its common causes. Explains when and how to use an EpiPen.
Source: County of Lambton, Community Health Services Department
From: Food allergy information package
Anaphylaxis: the fatal allergic reaction 
Explains what anaphylaxis is and why it occurs. Stresses the importance of awareness and avoidance in managing a severe allergic condition and provides an example of an action plan to follow if a person has been exposed to an allergen.
Source: Allergy/Asthma Information Association (AAIA)
From: Articles
Are there any reasons why someone should not be vaccinated? 
Identifies conditions under which a person should not receive specific vaccines. Prepared by the Canadian Public Health Association.
Source: Canadian Health Network (CHN)
From: FAQs: Immunization
Food allergies & the adolescent 
Suggests how to find a balance between giving teens, (and their friends, family, and school), sufficient information about food allergies and anaphylaxis to protect themselves, while being careful to not overwhelm them with the information, and, protecting their right to privacy as well.
Source: Newfoundland and Labrador Lung Association
Food allergy factsheets  
Presents a series of pamphlets which provide detailed information on each of the nine substances most frequently associated with food allergies and allergic-type reactions. Briefly describes the work done on proposed new food labelling regulations with regard to allergens.
Source: Health Canada
Frequently asked questions 
Answers questions about anaphylaxis. Looks at reactions, treatment options, epinephrine, allergens, prevention strategies, anaphylaxis in children, MedicAlert identification, and how to travel safely.
Source: Anaphylaxis Canada
Life-threatening food allergies in school and child care settings: a practical resource for parents, care providers and staff  PDF
Provides information on how to create safer environments for preschool and school-age children with life-threatening food allergies. Suggests strategies to support early detection and treatment, precautions to take against allergic reactions, and ways of assisting these children to manage their allergies. Link requires PDF reader.
Source: British Columbia Ministry of Health
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