FAACT's Roundtable

In this episode, we get the technology conversation flowing with Allergy Force CEO and Founder, Gayle Rigione , as we explore the role of technology and managing life with food allergies. Ms. Rigione helps us explore how to use technology to assist our lives without replacing necessary human judgement. To keep you in the know, visit Allergy Force to learn more: Allergy Force You can find the FAACT...

We get down to the fun business of exploring tips and new resources to make this a food allergy safe Halloween to remember with Kristin M. Osborne , FAACT's Vice President of Education. Ideas abound for you, from FAACT's Halloween resources to exciting family activities for the night of Halloween. Plus, a few money-saving hacks! To keep you in the know, below are helpful links: FAACT&apo...

In this episode, we sit down with National Peanut Board (NPB) President and CEO, Bob Parker , to discuss how the NPB became involved with peanut allergy research, education, and outreach. To date, the NPB has invested $35 million dollars to support food allergy research, education, and outreach initiatives - including early peanut introduction. To keep you in the know, below are helpful links: Vis...

Floods, fires, and hurricanes dominated the news of summer 2021. But those with food allergies need to remain prepared for natural disasters and emergencies since access to safe foods may be challenging. We sit down with Kristin M. Osborne , FAACT's Vice President of Education , to explore how to create your own custom bag to grab-and-go if you need to leave your home quickly or if you need t...

In this episode, Sherry Coleman Collins, MS, RDN, LD, opens up a world of possibilities to avoid your infant developing a peanut allergy. Ms. Collins takes listeners on a deep dive, learning how to tell when the baby is ready for solids and how to introduce new foods safely. She also shares information about early introduction resources for health care professionals, which may interest listeners t...

In this episode, three parents of students participating in OIT share their accommodation successes and challenges as they navigate school during treatments. Emile Baker, Stephanie Lemmey, and FAACT's General Counsel and Vice President of Civil Rights Advocacy, Amelia Smith, JD , authentically share their journey as they highlight tips for handling school and their own child's emotions....

In this episode, we sit down with board-certified allergist and pediatrician Zachary Rubin to explore how to vet news stories and information on the internet about food allergy and Covid-19. Dr. Rubin appears regularly on local TV and media in the Chicago area and uses Tik Tok and Twitter to help bust myths and lead followers to medically vetted scientific information  - sometimes while using a hu...

In this episode, we sit down with Food Allergy Fund CEO and Founder , Ilana Golant, to learn more about the group's mission to uncover the underlying causes of food allergies and effective treatments. Ms. Golant helps us understand the scientific process behind choosing which research to fund in easy-to-understand language. To keep you in the know, here are a few links to topics mentioned in...

This episode takes a deep dive into the nutrition challenges faced by families managing EoE and food allergies. FAACT Medical Advisory Board member Alison Cassin, MS, RD, LD , who works at Cincinnati Children’s Center for Eosinophilic Disorders (CCED), provides nutritional tips for active children and athletes. To keep you in the know, here are a few helpful links: FAACT's Allergen-Friendly R...

Heading Back-to-School with food allergies can be challenging, but anxiety might be higher this year as the Covid-19 Pandemic continues. We're sitting down with FAACT's Director of Behavioral Health, Emery Brown, MA, Ed. S., NCSP, School Psychology , to discover tools to help families keep anxiety in check and how to create a positive environment surrounding school. Ms. Brown provides fr...

Nationally certified school nurse, Robin Cogan, MEd, RN, NCSN , whose commentary has been featured on CNN and the New York Times , discusses concerns, possible solutions, and tips for approaching this unusual start to the school year, including tips for students with food allergies. To keep you in the know, here are some helpful links: Our Children Will Suffer If Adults Can't Get Covid-19 Pre...

In this episode, Rachel Ojha, Director of Medical Affairs, Specialized Pediatrics at Nutricia , takes us into a deep dive into the specialized world of amino acid-based nutrition often used by children with food allergies, and related GI/allergic conditions like FPIES and EoE. Learn more about how amino acid-based nutrition can change lives! To keep you in the know, here are a few helpful links: N...

In this episode, Chef Diego Baraona – executive chef, culinary instructor, and former Culinary Manager of the Bionutritional Kitchen at Mount Sinai Health System in the Clinical Research Unit for Pediatric Allergy Research – shows us how to help teens approach food-allergy cooking as a beautiful adventure into food and spices. Chef Diego reviews the importance of knife skills and proper equipment...

In this episode, we get down to the basics to help you  get ready for a great return to school! We sit down with FAACT’s General Counsel and Vice President of Civil Rights Advocacy, Amelia Smith, JD, to help us dust off our accommodations skills and to re-visit the basics for success. To keep you in the know, here are some helpful links: Special Note: Please contact Amelia. Smith@FoodAllergyAwaren...

We sit down with two mental health experts to explore how to re-engage with our new normal and our lives as parents and caregivers. Isolation had an impact and Linda Herbert, Ph. D. , an assistant professor in the Division of Psychology and Behavioral Health at Children’s National Hospital, and Nancy Rotter, Ph. D. , Director of Psychological Services, Food Allergy Center, Massachusetts General an...

In this special extended-length edition back-to-school podcast, we explore recovery and how to create a solid return to school in the fall, even if your student was able to partially attend school last spring. We discuss all academic phases (elementary, middle, and high school plus college), including challenges and tips. To help parents and caregivers prepare for the transition, we're sittin...

In this episode, we sit down with board-certified allergist and FAACT Medical Advisory Board Member, Jonathan Spergel, MD, Ph. D. , Chief of Allergy Section and Co-director, Center for Pediatric Eosinophilic Disorders at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), to discuss steps parents and caregivers can take to prevent children from developing a food allergy. In addition, Dr. Spergel shar...

In this episode, we sit down with two experts to learn how we can conquer environmental allergies and allergic rhinitis. FAACT Medical Advisory Board member and past president of The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, Todd Mahr, MD, and Mr. Dan Commerford , Director of Marketing of ALK, North America, help us discover that we no longer need to suffer through seasonal allergies.  T...

We explore the basics of good nutrition when managing EoE and food allergy with FAACT Medical Advisory Board member, Alison Cassin, MS, RD, LD , from Cincinnati Children’s Center for Eosinophilic Disorders (CCED). Ms. Cassin covers topics ranging from why some children with food allergies have food texture issues to the nutritional value of plant-based milk alternatives.  To keep you in the know,...

Juneteenth is one of the oldest national holidays in America. Kristin M. Osborne, FAACT's Vice President of Education , explains the importance of this holiday and how we can uplift and honor this day. Ms. Osborne shares how her family celebrates and commemorates this historical day while creating memories and keeping her family safe. You might find yourself inspired and drooling over her fan...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the process of participating in Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) with board-certified allergist, Dr. Brian Vickery, who discusses what to expect from your first visit to your allergist through maintenance and the remainder of your life. Dr. Vickery's signature, easy-to-understand style shines through this lively conversation. To keep you in the know, below ar...

Safely eating at a college cafeteria or dining out with food allergies requires diners to ask good questions and communicate their needs. The other side of that equation is training food service staff on best practices for managing allergens from the "loading dock to the table top." In this episode, MenuTrinfo Founder and CEO, Betsy Craig, takes us behind the scenes to learn how we can i...

In this episode, FAACT's General Counsel and Vice President of Civil Rights Advocacy, Amelia G. Smith, JD , explores the recently released international food allergy guidelines and how they apply to you and your family. Ms. Smith explains using easy-to-understand terms, elements of the recommendations, and how you can keep the focus on your student's health needs. To keep you in the know...

In this episode, we explore oral food challenges. Tapping into his friendly and easy-to-understand style, FAACT's Medical Advisory Board member and board-certified allergist, Dr. Justin Greiwe , takes us through the journey preparing for and experiencing an oral food challenge.  To keep you in the know: What is the Gold Standard for Food Allergy Diagnosis? News Roundup: Breaking News on Oral...

Join us for a light and fun conversation with Emren, FAACT's "Every Morsel Counts" Poster Contest winner! Emren created an informative poster to help raise food allergy awareness during Food Allergy Awareness Month. Food allergy advocates are of all ages, and we had quite a bit of fun getting to know one of our younger advocates. Helpful Links: Food Allergy Awareness Week and Month...