Blog posts with information for parents
Alpha-Gal Syndrome (AGS) is a recently recognized type of food allergy that is both unusual and complex. Unlike most food allergies, which are triggered by specific proteins found in foods like peanuts or shellfish, AGS is triggered by a carbohydrate molecule known as galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose (alpha-gal). This carbohydrate is found in many mammals, so eating their […]
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With legislators only in session for certain months of the year, change can come slowly. Unfortunately, some things in society may change faster than laws can keep up. In Louisiana, where Code Ana is based, legislation has been slow to keep up with the current medical emergency preparedness opportunities that communities need. In Louisiana, these
Louisiana Opens Up Emergency Medication Access with New Legislation Read More »
Anaphylaxis can happen anywhere and at any time if there is exposure to an allergen. While families, schools, childcare centers, and other locations have epinephrine on hand, understanding what is happening to someone during a severe allergic reaction and how it can become dangerous is important for quick recognition. What starts a reaction? An allergic
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Ready to ditch the needle for epinephrine? Unfortunately, neffy isn’t approved just yet!
FDA Rejects Neffy: The Nasal Epinephrine Spray Read More »
Learn some quick ways to differentiate between anaphylaxis and asthma. Get trained to learn more!
Is it anaphylaxis or is it asthma? Read More »
Code Ana does a lot but it doesn’t do everything alone! Below are some of our partners and supporters that we work with frequently. This list is ever-growing so make sure to check out our resources page and for the most up-to-date information. Allison Rose Foundation Based in Ohio, this non-profit provides food allergy education
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Having a child with allergy is stressful and ensuring their safety when you are not there can feel impossible. However, Code Ana is here to help! We routinely prepare schools to respond to and recognize anaphylaxis but what about part-time caregivers like babysitters or even family members? What do they need to know? Babysitters are
How To Prepare A Babysitter For Food Allergy Read More »
Have you ever read a food label that said “may contain” or “processed with” before you saw allergens listed? Companies that make food are required to put those notes on there but do you know why? The answer is cross-contact, also called cross-contamination. What is cross-contact? Cross-contact is when allergens are transferred from an unsafe
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As anyone paying attention to the cost of epinephrine over the years knows that the cost has increased. If you are a school, center, or organization looking to get stock epinephrine, the cost can stop you from getting this life-saving medication for your location. Check out these resources to find the best way for you
Find Low-Cost or Free Epinephrine Read More »
When Damar Hamlin collapsed during an NFL game, the entire country go to see the importance of a practiced cardiac emergency response plan. Athletic trainers had an AED up and running within seconds, allowing Damar to be treated at the hospital. He made a complete recovery and is ready to get back on the field!
Prepare Your Campus for Sudden Cardiac Arrest Read More »
