1. School Preparedness for Students with Severe Food Allergies

2. School Preparedness for Students with Severe Food Allergies Nuts, Dairy, Gluten, Soy… any commonality? Yes! All are allergens! Allergy or Intolerance? Symptoms are common for both. 6 - 8% of elementary students are affected 18% Increase in past decadein cases

3. Problem statement Due to the rise of food allergies – severe or otherwise – in young children, it is imperative that elementary schools protect their students’ health.

5. They are sometimes “outgrown”

6. 4 out of every 100 children has a food allergy

7. Increased risk for developing other allergies

8. Children with coexisting allergies are more prone to anaphylaxis and death

11. More likely to affect non-Hispanic children

12. 84% of food reactions happen in schools

14. Include students with food allergies in school activities

16. Research Purpose The goal of this research is to understand what makes a school’s food allergy preparation plan successful in ensuring student safety.

17. Significance of the Study This study is important because… For parents, to provide them with an insight into school safety measures to assure their child is not exposed to allergens; For schools, to raise awareness of practices and policies for the treatment of students with food allergies.

19. Schools are underprepared to handle emergency reactions and overall safety of students

20. Food safety is a major concern in schools

21. Most schools do not enact the FAAN recommended plan

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