Liane Reeves - Registered Dietitian

06/08/2025

06/08/2025

30/07/2025

✈️ Flying with food allergies: What does the latest review say?

A recent review looked into the risk of serious allergic reactions on flights — and the findings may offer some reassurance. It concluded that, while risks do exist, serious reactions such as anaphylaxis on planes are very rare.

💬 We know this topic raises real concerns. Flying with a food allergy can feel stressful and uncertain, especially when policies differ between airlines. This review offers a step toward better awareness, more consistent practices, and ultimately, safer skies for everyone with allergies.

✅ Key points from the review:
👉Serious allergic reactions on flights are uncommon.
👉The greatest risk is from touching traces of allergens left on seats, tray tables, menus, and handles.
👉Carrying two adrenaline auto-injectors with you and informing the airline remains essential.

🔗 We've broken down what this review means on our website: www.anaphylaxis.org.uk/flying-with-food-allergies

Your lived experience matters. We’ll continue pushing for safer, more informed airline policies and clear communication for everyone managing food allergies.

22/07/2025

18/07/2025

When Benedict died, his allergy pen was given too late to save his life. Had it been given even a minute earlier he may have lived.

We heard that one of the reasons was that there was a misunderstanding about when to use the pen - that all symptoms of anaphylaxis had to be present to use it.

The message from clinicians though is clear, if you suspect it COULD be an allergic reaction, don't delay - use the allergy pen as soon as possible.

We were reassured that no harm would have come to him, or to other children, if the pen was given when it wasn't an allergic reaction - but the consequences of delaying can be harmful, or fatal.

This is the message we want to get out there - if in doubt, don't delay. It may just save someone's life.