PPT-Food Allergies Presented by:

Nelda Mercer MS RD FADA March 14 2013 Background Normal Immune System Prevent disease external agents viruses bacteria and toxins internal agents cancer cells Mount Powerful defense against invader. Objectives. Describe the symptoms of food allergies and life-threatening reactions.. Identify three actions to prepare for and respond to food allergy emergencies.. Identify three ways to create and maintain healthy and safe classrooms and schools for students with food allergies. . Allergies in . Children. Background on food allergies. Common food allergies. How reactions occur. Why reactions occur. Prevention. Symptoms of food allergies. How food allergies are diagnosed. How food allergies are treated. Dr. . Rachna. Shah. Allergy . & . Immunology. Topics for today. What are the symptoms of allergies?. What cause allergies?. What can we do about our symptoms of allergies?. Symptoms of allergies. and the Environment:. The Re-positioning and Re-branding of the ASC. The Asthma Society of Canada (ASC) is seeking your support transition from a health charity with an environmental interest into a health . What is Asthma?. Chronic inflammatory disorder of the airway, making breathing difficult. Usually reversible, but not yet curable. Can be fatal. Not contagious. Not the same as allergies. Should You Be Concerned?. . &. Epi. -Pen Administration. Health Services Department. Presentation Overview. Impact of food allergies on children. What is a food allergy?. Triggers that worsen food allergies. Mild signs & symptoms. A Guide for Schools. Food Allergies are Serious!. 35-50. % . of . allergic . reactions that progress to . anaphylaxis are the result of food . allergens. 60% . of those cases were caused by . nuts (peanuts . What is a Disability?. Allergies vs. Food Intolerances. Disabilities and Special Dietary Needs. Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder . Diabetes Mellitus. Vegetarian Diets. Resources. Food. Allergies and Special Diets. Objectives. Describe the symptoms of food allergies and . life-threatening . reactions.. Identify three actions to prepare for and respond to food allergy emergencies.. Identify three ways to create and maintain . …a Team Approach. Jamie Lewis, RD. Dietitian Specialist. Brevard Public Schools. Managing food allergies. Team Approach. Parent. School Administration/ Nurse. Teacher/Coach. Cafeteria Manager. Students. Objectives. Describe the symptoms of food . allergies and life-threatening reactions.. Identify three actions administrators can take to support . the management of food allergies in schools. . Identify two . Voluntary Guidelines for Managing Food Allergies in Schools and Early Care and Education Programs Objectives Describe the symptoms of food allergies and life-threatening reactions. Identify three ways to prepare for and respond to food allergy emergencies on the school bus. What are allergies Allergies are physiological reactions caused when the immune system reacts to a allergies are more common in childrenThe immune system generates large amounts of the antibodies call Allergies. A short course to learn how to recognise and deal with allergic reactions.. Learning outcomes:. I can recognise when someone is having an allergic reaction. I can help someone who is having an allergic reaction.