A food allergy results when the immune system mistakenly targets a harmless food protein – an allergen – as a threat and attacks it.
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What are two of the "Big 8" food allergens?
Milk, eggs, soy, peanuts, shellfish, wheat, tree nuts, fish
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True or False
- Having asthma puts you at a higher risk for an allergic reaction?
TRUE
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Is there a cure for food allergies?
No
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The "Big 8" foods count for what percent of food allergies?
90%
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How long does it take for someone to have an allergic reaction?
It can vary- Reactions can occur instantly or progressively
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Who is at the biggest risk for Anaphylaxis?
Teenagers
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What are two treatments for food allergies?
Steroids, Antihistamines, and Asthma Medications
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How much have food allergies increased since 1997?
50%
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What are six of the "Big Eight" food allergens?
Peanuts, Milk, Soy, Tree Nuts, Eggs, Wheat, Shellfish, Fish
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What race is most susceptible to a food allergy?
Caucasian
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How do you use an Epi Pen?
1.Pull of safety release
2. Swing firmly and push orange tip against outer thigh so it "clicks"
3. Hold on thigh for 10 seconds to stimulate drug delivery
4. Massage area of injection