Many schools have policies regarding allergies, especiallytree nutandpeanutallergies.
Even fewer have even a vague notion about the risks ofcross-contaminationof food.
It is not enough to let the school know and leave it at that.
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I wanted to tell you a little about food allergies to ensure a safe and healthy school year.
While emergency treatment is available for allergic reactions, there is no cure yet.
The only treatment for food allergies is strict avoidance of allergens.
Sometimes a small amount of allergen can cause a reaction.
Thank you in advance for your kindness and consideration.
If you have any questions, yo feel free to contact me at _________.
American College of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology.Food allergy.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Food allergies in schools.
American College of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology.Children.
2013;43(12):1333-41. doi:10.1111/cea.12211
