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Food allergy factsheets
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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
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Tools for life's emergencies
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Explains the purpose of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), epinephrine auto-injectors (EpiPens), MedicAlert identification, and the Safely Home Registry. Briefly describes how these techniques and tools work.
- Source: Canadian Health Network (CHN)
- From: Magazine feature of the month: archives
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Allergies
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Explains what allergies are and how people develop them. Lists the most common things that people are allergic to. Discusses how allergies are diagnosed, how to avoid airborne allergens, and what treatments can be applied.
- Source: KidsHealth
- From: International resource
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Egg allergy
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Describes the symptoms and treatment of allergic reactions to eggs. Provides tips for living with an egg allergy.
- Source: KidsHealth
- From: International resource
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Food allergies
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Describes the symptoms of allergic reactions and lists the most common foods that cause allergies. Discusses severe food allergies and outlines what to do in the case of a severe allergic reaction. Provides information on the diagnosis of food allergies.
- Source: KidsHealth
- From: International resource
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Nut and peanut allergy
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Explains the importance of avoiding nuts and/or peanuts if you have an allergy to these foods. Notes the steps to take in the event of an allergic reaction. Describes the ways that doctors can determine if a person has a nut or peanut allergy. Lists potentially dangerous foods and food additives to avoid.
- Source: KidsHealth
- From: International resource
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Anaphylaxis in the school
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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
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Food allergies & the adolescent
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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
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Tips for living with anaphylaxis
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Helps youth to know how to live safely with their allergies. Recommends them to follow some safety rules.
- Source: Anaphylaxis Canada
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My child has a peanut allergy. Can you give me some information about reducing the risk of contamination with peanuts?
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Provides examples of how a food becomes contaminated with peanuts. Offers advice to parents on how to avoid peanut contamination in home meal preparation, in packaged food, and away from home. Includes links to related resources. Prepared by the Dietitians of Canada.
- Source: Canadian Health Network (CHN)
- From: FAQs: healthy eating
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