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		<title>1…2…3…Walk for Food Allergies!</title>
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		<link>http://www.allergysf.com/2010/08/02/1-2-3-walk-for-food-allergies/</link>
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		<title>National Food Allergy &amp; Anaphylaxis News</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Washington D.C. based FAAN (Food Allergy &#38; Anaphylaxis Network) is the nation&#8217;s largest non-profit allergy resource. FAAN works with policymakers on federal, state, and local initiatives in areas such as food labeling, epinephrine availability, and management of food allergies in schools, camps, airlines, and restaurants. Tirelessly advocating for safety is FAAN&#8217;s CEO Julia Bradsher who [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.allergysf.com/2010/06/26/national-food-allergy-anaphylaxis-news/</link>
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		<title>BAAAB in the San Francisco Chronicle</title>
		<description><![CDATA[We&#8217;re proud to be recognized by Chronicle Staff Writer Carolyne Zinko as a resource for Tattoo Allergy Safety in this Sunday&#8217;s Style Section.  Article: TV, Celebrities Give Tattoos High Profile  Here is the full statement: &#8220;Tattoos are a wonderful way to express personal creativity and independence, but care should be taken to ensure you&#8217;re always treating your body [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.allergysf.com/2010/03/13/baaab-in-the-san-francisco-chronicle/</link>
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		<title>Allergic to Meat? 12 Unusual Allergic Reactions Revealed</title>
		<description><![CDATA[In the world of allergies, there are a few common culprits to which many sufferers can relate. But what of those whose allergies fall ouside of the mainstream &#8211; for example, allergic to&#8230;meat?  Bay Area Allergy Advisory Board found an interesting study by our friends at ABC News Health. Article: 12 Unusual Allergic Reactions Revealed]]></description>
		<link>http://www.allergysf.com/2010/03/01/allergic-to-meat-12-unusual-allergic-reactions-revealed/</link>
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		<title>EpiPen Disposal: How to Do it Safely</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Getting Rid of an Epinephrine Auto Injector If you or someone you love has a life threatening allergy (anaphylaxis), chances are you have at least one EpiPen on hand at all times, many stored at home, and perhaps even a few at facilities or schools you may frequent regularly. An EpiPen is an auto injector [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.allergysf.com/2010/02/16/epipen-disposal-how-to-do-it-safely/</link>
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		<title>2010 The Year for Allergy Intelligence</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Executive Director Mireille Schwartz was recently interviewed by Los Angeles Magazine.

LA Magazine: Why is this the year of Allergy Intelligence?

Mireille Schwartz: An empowered, educated food allergic individual is his/her own best defense. New, emerging strategies and prophylactic medication allow each person to manage their own health better and work with their Immunologist to create Action Plans they can each live with.

LA Mag: Why are we hearing that folks can indulge in mini-amounts of, say, peanut butter and build up a tolerance to cure themselves of allergic reactions?

MS: Patently untrue. There are studies in controlled environments - medical facilities - wherein test subjects can ingest miniscule amounts of a protein allergen and MAYBE increase their tolerance over time. These medical experiments are not designed to "cure" food allergy, rather the goal is to manage a severe anaphylaxis (life-threatening allergic reaction) by reducing the number of histamines released in an allergic crisis. I'm hearing good things about these studies, and time will tell how effective they are. For the time being my best personal advice is to strictly avoid food-allergens and hope that the body either outgrows the allergy or settles down and the allergic reaction becomes less severe. Always carry your Epi Pen and antihistamine, and practice with friends &#038; family until you know how to utilize these life-saving tools.

LA Mag: Do you personally live with food allergy?

MS: I do and I don’t! (Laughs) I used to have a family member with severe food allergy to Peanuts and Tree Nuts, but with several years of strict management and avoidance our issue has settled down and gone away. The way my Board and I function is to design individualized strategies for food allergic Bay Area youths - what works for one person may not work for another. But we stick with it and customize comprehensive action plans for each and every child until we find a way that works for not only the youth but also for the entire family.

LA Mag: Do you feel compelled to provide this service or is it a labor of love?

MS: It's what I was put on this earth to do. I can't differentiate, but I know what you're asking. And the answer is: both. Any one family I can help is reason enough to do what I do.
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		<link>http://www.allergysf.com/2010/02/15/2010-the-year-for-allergy-intelligence/</link>
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		<title>Site Helps Travelers With Food Allergies</title>
		<description><![CDATA[We want to direct your attention to this piece in the San Francisco Chronicle that gives some very useful advice for how to travel safely when you or a loved one has a food allergy. The article reviews Selectwisely.com, which helps liberate travelers who have food allergies and other health concerns. Our appreciation goes out [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.allergysf.com/2009/07/28/site-helps-travelers-with-food-allergies/</link>
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		<title>FAAN Walk for Food Allergies</title>
		<description><![CDATA[We are proud to announce that Mireille Schwartz, founder of the Bay Area Allergy Advisory Board, has joined country star Trace Adkins in being named Honorary Chair for the Food Allergy &#38; Anaphylaxis Network’s (FAAN’s) 2009 Walk for Food Allergy: Moving Toward A Cure in San Francisco. This is an amazing opportunity to help build awareness and fund [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.allergysf.com/2009/06/03/faan-walk-for-food-allergies/</link>
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		<title>Let Them Eat Cake!</title>
		<description><![CDATA[A delicious selection of “Let Them Eat Cake” goodies. For a truly allergy-conscious catering of delicious treats at your next Bay Area event, we recommend the good folks at Let Them Eat Cake! They call themselves “The Allergy-Friendly Patisserie,” specializing in egg-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegan deserts, and they’re just great! Amanda Macdessi, executive pastry chef for [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.allergysf.com/2009/05/29/let-them-eat-cake/</link>
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		<title>Oral Allergy Syndrome</title>
		<description><![CDATA[We’d like to draw your attention to this report from CNN about some exciting new research about oral allergy syndrome (itchiness or hives in the mouth after eating certain foods.) Many people may be affected by it and not even know the cause. But now scientists have discovered both the cause and the treatments. Article: “Oral [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.allergysf.com/2009/04/12/oral-allergy-syndrome/</link>
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