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Gayle Rigione

Mar 215 min read

He Thought He Was No Longer Allergic and Spoiler Alert: He Is

Food allergies disrupt a family's holiday dinner when their son has an allergic reaction. Maybe the octopus? Maybe not? Meet the 'gray zone'

Francesca McGuire

Feb 15 min read

Our Allergic Life: From Fear to Confidence Managing Anaphylaxis

A food allergy mom makes 'peace' with her epinephrine auto-injector, overcoming fear of the device and hesitation to use it. Learn more:

Red Sneakers for Oakley

Nov 30, 20234 min read

Anaphylaxis and Biphasic Allergic Reactions: What You Should Know

Do you know the symptoms of anaphylaxis & when to give epinephrine? Do you know about biphasic reactions? Red Sneakers for Oakley explains:

Dr. Julie Sweeney

Jun 23, 20233 min read

Epi First, Epi Fast: More Than Just a Hashtag

Pediatrician Dr. Julie Sweeney was surprised by a 100% out-of-the-blue allergic reaction on a family vacation. Learn what she did and WHY:

Francesca McGuire

Apr 13, 20233 min read

When Four Minutes Away Is Four Minutes Too Far

She just wanted to go buy formula for her baby. Just like most parents do without thinking twice. But she forgot her preschooler's epi...

Gayle Rigione, Allergy Force

Feb 14, 20233 min read

15 Ways A Food Allergy Mom Said "I Love You"

A food allergy mom shares 15 ways she's said "I Love You" to her son with food allergies over the years. How do you say "I Love You?"

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