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Lots of Kids Have Food
AllergiesI’m allergic
to
peanuts.
I’m allergic
to tree nuts
and wheat.
About 2 kids in every classroom is likely to have a food allergy.
The Immune System Your immune system fights germs. Sometimes the
immune system makes a mistake and fights food
proteins.
Germs
Immune
System
Allergic
ReactionAllergic Reaction
Warning Signs
• Itchy mouth
• Rash
• Itchy, raised hives
• Tightness in the throat
• Difficulty Breathing
If someone is having an
allergic reaction, they need
help right away.
If you can’t find an adult
call 911
Eight Common Food Allergens
Milk, egg, peanut, tree nut, fish, shellfish, wheat and soy are the most common foods allergens
among individuals with food allergies.
Pediatric Allergist
I can determine
if you are
allergic to
something.
I can prescribe
epinephrine, a
medicine that
saves lives.
Emergency Medication
Epinephrine Auto-Injectors
www.epipen.com
www.adrenaclick.com www.auvi-q.com
www.epinephrineautoinject.com
Avoid Problem Foods
People with food
allergies need to avoid
problem foods.
Eating just a tiny amount of a problem food can cause an allergic reaction.
Follow School Rules
Examples of School Rules:
- Allergen-Free Classroom
- Allergen-Free Lunch Tables
- No Eating on the Bus
- No Sharing Food
- No Food Fights
- Wash Hands After Eating
Don’t Share Food or Drinks
Don’t trade or share lunch items. Don’t share snacks and desserts.
Don’t share water bottles. Don’t share gum or candy.
Wash Your Hands
After Eating
Soap and water will help clean food off of your hands.
Hand Sanitizer will NOT clean food off of your hands.
Be Considerate
Instead of … How about …
New pencils
A new book
Homemade
Cup Cakes
Playground
equipment
Donuts
Fresh
Baked
Cookies
Store-bought
cookies
with an
ingredient list
Spread Awareness Celebrate Food Allergy Awareness
during the month of May
Share a FAACT bookmark with
your friends
Hang a FAACT Poster
Ask your school to purchase
awareness posters, bookmarks
and other resources from FAACT
Host a Fundraiser for FAACT
Visit FAACT at
www.FoodAllergyAwareness.org
This program has been approved by FAACT’s
Medical Advisory Board and is supported by