FAACT's Roundtable

In this episode, we sit down with the President and CEO of Kaleo, Spencer Williamson . Kaleo is the maker of the Auvi-Q epinephrine auto-injector. Mr. Williamson highlights special patient programs and text reminders, including direct delivery to homes and special COVID-19 pandemic advice tips for preparing for Back-to-School. To keep you in the know, here are helpful links: Auvi-Q Website for pat...

This episode dives deep into Early Allergen Introduction with pediatrician, innovator and digital media expert, Dr. Wendy Sue Swanson . In this lively conversation, Dr. Swanson explains the importance of introducing allergens to infants as she empowers parents with knowledge and encouragement. To keep you in the know, here are a few helpful links: Wendy Sue Swanson - Dr. Swanson's website Spo...

In this episode, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist , Sherry Coleman Collins , provides listeners with powerhouse nutrition tips and ideas for healthy eating when living with food allergies. Ms. Collins shares a few of her favorite websites to help parents learn more about nutrition and finding the right nutritional solutions for their families. To keep you in the know, here are a few helpful links...

In this episode, FAACT's General Council and Vice President of Civil Rights Advocacy, Amelia G. Smith, JD , details FAACT's position and response to the CDC's new guidelines, including the suggestion to eat meals in the classroom. Ms. Smith discusses FAACT's concerns and suggestions provided to the CDC to avoid denying students with food allergies a Free and Appropriate Public...

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 $32 million dollars to support food allergy research, education, and outreach initiatives.  To keep you in the know, below are helpful links: Visit the National Peanut Board to learn...

In this episode, we celebrate Mother’s Day as we kick-off Food Allergy Awareness Week with FAACT President and CEO, Eleanor Garrow-Holding , with how the #TealLoveShinesBright campaign was brought to life, fresh ideas to raise awareness and focus on self-care, and how to support those in our food allergy community who are struggling to find safe, allergy-friendly foods.   To keep you in the know,...

In this episode, we're speaking with food allergy social media guru and physician, Dr. Dave Stukus . We're exploring how to avoid social media pitfalls, find vetted and trustworthy sources, and how to skip over those frustrating posts and conversations that feel like they go nowhere. Dr. Stukus also offers advice for how to use social media responsibly so you can fully enjoy the benefits...

We explore how to keep our Teal Love Shining Bright during these COVID-19 Pandemic times with Turn It Teal Founder, Stephanie Lowe . She updates us with her recent activities and special contest to keep kids busy and joins in our Food Allergy Awareness Month activities discussion. You can follow Turn It Teal on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram at @TurnItTeal. To keep you in the know, below are help...

In this episode, Dr. Dave Stukus demystifies the recently released article, "Acute At Home Management of Anaphylaxis During the COVID-19 Pandemic," which suggests protocol for possibly re-treating specific types of allergic reactions at home in order to avoid ER visits in populations where COVID-19 is a potential threat in the emergency department setting. To keep you in the know, below...

We catch up with Food Allergy Educator, Musician and Entrepreneur, Kyle Dine . Well known for his live concerts and videos, Kyle shares how he is addressing his cancelled 2020 Tour. He also gives us a peek into his new venture, Equal Eats. Discover Kyle's music and videos at KyleDine.com or visit his new website launching in May 2020 at EqualEats.com . You can find the FAACT Roundtable Podcas...

FAACT's Director of Behavioral Health , Emery Gerwirtz, MA , explores how parents can better understand what their high school, college or 8th graders preparing to graduate are experiencing right now. Including freshman, these students suddenly found themselves learning online as sports, internships and other important events or activities were cancelled. Ms. Gerwitz offers keen insight into...

Dr. S. Shahzad Mustafa joins the FAACT Roundtable Podcast today as he busts a few common food allergy myths. As the management of food allergies evolve, it is important to stay up to date. In this podcast, Dr. Mustafa addresses kissing, cross-contact, over-diagnosis and more. To keep you in the know, below are a few, free and helpful links to our downloadable materials: Signs and Symptoms of Anaph...

Dr. S. Shahzad Mustafa discusses new food allergy research and treatments. One of the biggest announcements this year has been the approval of Palforzia for use with Oral Immunotherapy (OIT). Dr. Mustafa discusses this new drug and other biologics available and in the works.  To keep you in the know, below are a few, free and helpful links to our downloadable materials: Navigating the Food Allergy...

In this episode FAACT's Medical Advisory Board Chair , Dr. Shahzad Mustafa , explains COVID-19, current “treatments” and how asthma impacts the virus, and what you can do.  To keep you in the know, below is a helpful link: FAACT's Resource Page for COVID-19 Visit us at www. FoodAllergyAwareness.org and follow us on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram , LinkedIn , Pinterest , and YouTube . Con...

In this episode, FAACT's Medical Advisory Board Chair , Dr. Shahzad Mustafa , explores food allergies, how allergists are currently managing their practices, including allergy shots and Oral Immunology (OIT), and best of all, a message of hope. Listeners will be heart-warmed by Dr. Mustafa’s advice for self-care and his passion for the food allergy and asthma community.  To keep you in the kn...