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Allergy Insider | Newsletter: February 2025

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Don't miss out! Register now for our National Conference

Early bird registration is available until Feb. 28! Secure your spot today!

Join us for an unforgettable day. We can’t wait to see you there!

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Stay informed and stay safe

Did you know that in January, there were already 4 food recalls due to the presence of allergens. It’s critical to stay informed so you can make the safest choices for you and your loved ones.

Sign up for our free Allergy Alerts safety service for real-time updates on food recalls, allergen changes from food manufacturers, and labelling updates.

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Valentine's Day tips

Check out our 5 tips to have a sweet and safe celebration for you and your loved ones.

With a little planning, everyone can enjoy Valentine's Day!

Research

Research: Your voice matters: Participate in a study on navigating safe food choices

Participate in a quick online survey to share your experiences on navigating safe food choices.

Your insights will be invaluable and will help guide the development of future outreach, and educational and support strategies to address unmet needs.

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Research: Diphenhydramine (Benadryl ^®): It is time to say a final goodbye

A recent study outlines concerns around diphenhydramine and researchers recommend it should no longer be widely prescribed or continue to be readily available over the counter.

Read the study

Mythbuster: Is dark chocolate safe for someone with a milk allergy?

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, we are re-sharing a mythbuster on dark chocolate and if it’s safe for someone with milk allergy.

Find out the answer to this mythbuster!

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Webinars and Events

Early bird registration: National Conference 2025!

Hear from experts on the latest in food allergy and where the future is headed. Plus, you’ll get a chance to connect with others and visit exhibitors who support this community.

Small group webinar: Managing food allergy and anaphylaxis

Our free 90-minute webinars are a must for newly diagnosed families and others.

Next session is on February 12. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot now!

Connect with a support group or start one up

Have you considered a support group? It provides a positive and caring environment for you to get help in dealing with the day-to-day stress of managing food allergy and risk of anaphylaxis.

Learn about our support groups and get in touch with one.

Find a group

Encore series: Recognizing and treating anaphylaxis – why epinephrine and why not Benadryl^®

In this series, we feature past online events and webinars.

This month, we’re sharing a webinar on why not Benadryl in the treatment of anaphylaxis.

Watch now

Ask the Allergist

With Valentine’s Day approaching and cinnamon everywhere, Dr. Julia Upton answers the question: Do I have to avoid certain spices, like cinnamon and nutmeg, if I’m allergic to tree nuts?

Find out the answer!

Do you have a food allergy-related question? Send it to us at info@foodallergycanada.ca .

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Ways to Give

Be a #FoodAllergyChampion and become a monthly donor

Monthly donations are the best way to support our organization.

This is because monthly donations ensure steady funding is available to enable our free nationwide education and support programming, and to fund advocacy initiatives so we can make a real and lasting impact for Canadians with food allergy, and those who care for them.

Become a monthly donor today! Select “Monthly” as the gift type on the online donation form or call us at 1 866 785-5660.

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