FAACT's Roundtable

We're taking the scare out of Halloween as we welcome fun and creative ways to enjoy a food allergy-safe time celebrating the spooky day! Discover ways to find what works best for your family with FAACT-recognized support group leader and FAACT Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Board Member, Ashley Smith. To keep you in the know, below are FREE and helpful resources: FAACT's Hall...

Food allergy thought leader and online food allergy support pioneer, Lynda Mitchell, joins us today to discuss her new role at the Allergy and Asthma Network, what the organization has planned for the upcoming year, and why health equity is a priority in our food allergy and asthma world. Resources to keep you in the know: Allergy and Asthma Network What is Asthma? Free Asthma Coach What is Eczema...

Now that school is in full swing, we’re discussing healthy snacks for each age and stage, from Preschool to College and the workplace when you have food allergies. We’re sitting down with a Pediatric Registered Dietitian, Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Alison Cassin, MS, RD, CSP, LD, also a FAACT Medical Advisor, who shares her b...

We’re exploring how to use our differences to impact living with food allergies and the intersectionality of LBGTQ+ and food allergies. Sitting at FAACT’s Roundtable today is Ashley Brundage, the Founder and CEO of Empowering Differences , who will focus on the top three actions to take that will impact food allergy attributes. To keep you in the know, below are helpful links: Empowering Differenc...

Recently, the food allergy community anxiously awaited good news of FDA approval for neffy® (needle-free nasal epinephrine spray), but to the community’s shock, the FDA denied approval. ARS Pharma Co-founder, President and CEO, Richard Lowenthal , joins us to explain what happened and where neffy® stands. Resources to keep you in the know: ARS Pharma Stay tuned and follow FAACT to learn how you ca...

We’re exploring what gut diversity means to people with food allergies. We’ll also discuss how to prevent food allergies and the role of food in this protocol with Carina Venter, PhD, RD , a professor and registered dietician who works with the food allergy community as an Allergy Specialist Dietician. Resources to keep you in the know: The International Network for Diet and Nutrition in Allergy (...

We’re exploring how one parent taught her college student food allergy life skills, including what she wished she had taught her student before heading to campus. Gayle Rigione , parent, CEO, and Co-Founder of the Allergy Force Food Allergy App, candidly shares her experience with her family and why her app, Allergy Force, is “peace of mind in your pocket". Resources to keep you in the know:...

High school is an exciting and fun time for students, especially when they participate in their favorite sport or activity. But how do you keep your students safe when these activities occur after school hours or during travel? We’re sitting down with seasoned food allergy parent Stephanie Lowe to explore ways to tackle unexpected situations while teaching your student food allergy management skil...

High school and college are new frontiers of food allergy self-management and independence for students. But how does a caregiver guide their child to independence in safe and impactful ways? We’re sitting down with Charity Luiskutty, an active parent of high school and college-aged children, who shares her experience and best tips! Resources to keep you in the know: FAACT's College Resource...

Turning our attention to adults with food allergies, we explore the intersection of food allergies, adulthood, and how mental health impacts our food allergy lives. We sit down with FAACT's Director of Behavioral Health, Emery Brown, MA, Ed. S., NCSP, who has managed multiple food allergies her entire life. To keep you in the know, below are helpful links for adults with food allergies: FAACT...

Sometimes, the best-laid plans go wrong at school, or you have trouble establishing accommodations. We're exploring how to strategize solutions when food allergy accommodations aren't what you had envisioned with FAACT's General Counsel and Vice President of Civil Rights Advocacy, Amelia Smith, JD, who shares her best tips and ideas for finding answers. Resources mentioned in the Po...

Continuing our two-part series on 'How To' Conversations, pick up tips about talking to and navigating new friends and dates about your food allergies. Plus, we're exploring conversations around alcohol with FAACT's Director of Behavioral Health, Emery Brown, Ed. S., NCSP - Nationally Certified School Psychologist. To keep you in the know, below are helpful links for adults wit...

Learn how to start and feel confident about meaningful college conversations in this two-part series. Today we're focusing on 'How To' Conversations about roommates, RA's, dining services, and professors with FAACT's Director of Behavioral Health, Emery Brown , Ed. S., NCSP - Nationally Certified School Psychologist . Part 2 will be released on August 20. To keep you in th...

Discover the inside tips for working directly with your school nurse as you establish or maintain food allergy accommodations for your child. We are joined today by Nationally certified school nurse, Robin Cogan, MEd, RN, NCSN, FNASN, FAAN, whose commentary has been featured on CNN and the New York Times , discussing best practices and tips for families! To keep you in the know, here are some help...

Although commuter students do not live on campus, they need food allergy accommodations as they will eat on campus, attend classes, join activities and clubs, and enjoy typical college life - including how to deal with emergencies. We'll review FAACT's Commuter Student checklists and more. To keep you in the know, below are helpful links for adults with food allergies: FAACT's Colle...

Get ready for Back-to-School with food allergies by packing your parent/caregiver backpack full of helpful school resources. FAACT's Vice President of Education, and food allergy parent, Kristin Osborne , shares her top go-to resources and tips. Resources mentioned in the Podcast: FAACT's Food Allergies and School FAACTs for Schools' Staff Education Program FAACT's School Perso...

We're taking Back-to-School with food allergies to the next level! Learn about the must-do tips and how to effectively have school discussions to establish impactful accommodations. Guiding us is FAACT's General Counsel and Vice President of Civil Rights Advocacy, Amelia Smith, JD. Resources mentioned in the Podcast: FAACT’s Civil Rights Advocacy Resource Center FAACT's Section 504...

Allergic reactions can strike anytime and anywhere! Be prepared to handle emergencies at college by listening closely to today's podcast with recent college graduate, Maya Konoff, and rising senior, Emma Sorrentino, a nationally-certified EMT. Learn from peers who share their experiences and tips so you can stay safe and enjoy college. To keep you in the know, below are helpful links for adul...

Parties, bars, and alcohol are topics that college students living with food allergies need to talk about. Recent college graduate, Maya Konoff, and rising senior, Emma Sorrentino, candidly discuss navigating social events, staying safe, & being prepared if an allergic situation arises. To keep you in the know, below are helpful links for adults with food allergies: FAACT's College Resour...

Learn how to feel comfortable staying food allergy-safe while on campus from two seasoned college students! Join recent college grad, Maya Konoff, and rising senior, Emma Sorrentino , as they share honest and impactful tips for staying true to your health and well-being. To keep you in the know, below are helpful links for adults with food allergies: FAACT's College Resource Center FAACT&apos...

Discover a candid conversation about how to deal with roommates at college with food allergies. FAACT Camp TAG and Teen Retreat Leaders, Maya Konoff and Emma Sorentino, share their real-life experiences and tips for students managing food allergies. Learn how they comfortably share their needs to create a great year at college. This is part 1 of a four-part College Series featuring college student...

The march to college Move-In Day has started, and you might feel excited or anxious! Don't worry. You are in the right spot as we explore last-minute items to confirm and share tips to help guide your student to a smooth transition with FAACT's Vice President of Community Relations, Caroline Moassessi . To keep you in the know, below are helpful links for adults with food allergies: FAAC...

Juneteenth is a holiday several states are adopting, which is crucial to many in the Black community. But do you know why it is meaningful and how to be a community ally, not just a food allergy ally? We'll explore the history of this pivotal day, allyship, and staying food allergy safe as we sit down with Aleasa Word, FAACT's Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. To keep y...

The 2022 Food Code has been released, and many states have implemented these guidelines. If your family has food allergies, then you might enjoy the impact! But, if you don't know how food allergies are included, you might not enjoy the benefits of this update. Learn about the 2022 Food code concerning food allergies during today's podcast with Jen Jobrack , Food Allergy Pros food allerg...

Did you ever wonder where the food used in clinical trials comes from? Today, Martin Wickham, Chief Commercial Officer at Reacta Healthcare, takes us behind the fascinating scenes in the world of allergen free food designed for clinical trials. Learn about what is coming down the pike regarding food challenges too! To keep you in the know, here are helpful resources: Reacta Healthcare You can find...