Please support Senate Bill 1884:
FAAN has been leading the effort to secure passage of a bill (S. 1884) that would
encourage states to require schools to stock epinephrine and allow trained staff
to administer to a student having an anaphylactic reaction.
We are hoping that Senators McCain and Kyl will co-sponsor the bill. As you know, they
are more likely to do so IF they hear from constituents from back home.
Talking Points for Calling or Emailing Senate Offices About S. 1884:
•I am calling to ask the Senator to co-sponsor S. 1884, which would ensure
that epinephrine is available in schools to treat potentially anaphylactic
reactions to food and other allergens
•I am interested in this issue because of my child’s food allergies (BRIEFLY describe.)
•Nearly 6 million American children have food allergies. Many are at risk of anaphylaxis,
a systemic allergic reaction that can lead to death within minutes.
•The National Institutes of Health recommends treating anaphylaxis immediately
after symptoms begin with an intramuscular injection of epinephrine.
•More than 15% of school-aged children with food allergies have had a reaction
in school. It is estimated that 25% of cases of anaphylaxis in schools involve
individuals with a previously unknown allergy.
•Schools must be prepared to save the lives of children who are having an anaphylactic reaction
by authorizing trained personnel to administer epinephrine. Epinephrine is safe
and easy to administer. It is dispensed in a pre-measured dosage through an
“auto-injector” containing a spring-loaded needle that is enclosed before
administration and automatically retracts following an injection.
•A number of national organizations have endorsed S. 1884 including the Food
Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network; the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and
Immunology; the American Academy of Pediatrics; and the National Association of
School Nurses.
•No child should die in school because life-saving epinephrine is unavailable for emergency treatment.
•I hope the Senator will join other Republicans and Democrats who have co-sponsored S. 1884.
•Thank you for considering my views.
For Senator McCain, your letter and emails should be sent to:
Christopher_Bowlin@mccain.senate.gov
For Senator Kyl, your letter and emails should be sent to:
Judith_gheuens@kyl.senate.gov
Thanks for your help!
encourage states to require schools to stock epinephrine and allow trained staff
to administer to a student having an anaphylactic reaction.
We are hoping that Senators McCain and Kyl will co-sponsor the bill. As you know, they
are more likely to do so IF they hear from constituents from back home.
Talking Points for Calling or Emailing Senate Offices About S. 1884:
•I am calling to ask the Senator to co-sponsor S. 1884, which would ensure
that epinephrine is available in schools to treat potentially anaphylactic
reactions to food and other allergens
•I am interested in this issue because of my child’s food allergies (BRIEFLY describe.)
•Nearly 6 million American children have food allergies. Many are at risk of anaphylaxis,
a systemic allergic reaction that can lead to death within minutes.
•The National Institutes of Health recommends treating anaphylaxis immediately
after symptoms begin with an intramuscular injection of epinephrine.
•More than 15% of school-aged children with food allergies have had a reaction
in school. It is estimated that 25% of cases of anaphylaxis in schools involve
individuals with a previously unknown allergy.
•Schools must be prepared to save the lives of children who are having an anaphylactic reaction
by authorizing trained personnel to administer epinephrine. Epinephrine is safe
and easy to administer. It is dispensed in a pre-measured dosage through an
“auto-injector” containing a spring-loaded needle that is enclosed before
administration and automatically retracts following an injection.
•A number of national organizations have endorsed S. 1884 including the Food
Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network; the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and
Immunology; the American Academy of Pediatrics; and the National Association of
School Nurses.
•No child should die in school because life-saving epinephrine is unavailable for emergency treatment.
•I hope the Senator will join other Republicans and Democrats who have co-sponsored S. 1884.
•Thank you for considering my views.
For Senator McCain, your letter and emails should be sent to:
Christopher_Bowlin@mccain.senate.gov
For Senator Kyl, your letter and emails should be sent to:
Judith_gheuens@kyl.senate.gov
Thanks for your help!
School Advocacy: Prevent, Recognize and Repsond!
Phoenix Allergy Networks school advocacy program reaches out to the community raising awareness with schools, day cares, camps, school nurses, and other groups on the importance of food allergy management. Please email info@phoenixallergynetwork.org to schedule a presentation or to have PAN reach out to your school! Learn the 3 steps for safety: PREVENT, RECOGNIZE and RESPOND!
5 year revision out soon...
Prevent, Recognize, & Respond....learn how to be food allergy smart:
Be prepared...know how to use your epi-pen:
Help on how to be an advocate for your child, YOU can do it!!!
School Food Allergy Presentation in Spanish
Presentacion Escuelas UPAL
View more presentations from UPALmexico
2012 Arizona Department of Education Coordinated School Health Conference
Angie Norton, President and Co-founder, Phoenix Allergy Network (PAN) will be presenting on the subject of Food Allergies at the 2012 Arizona Department of Education Coordinated School Health Conference in Phoenix, Arizona.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) encourages using a coordinated approach to creating and supporting a healthy school environment that will promote the health and success of the child. The key to Coordinated School Health (CSH) is a well functioning School Health Advisory Council that links the components of CSH as well as a Local Wellness Policy created through a district-wide effort amongst various stakeholders. The eight components of Coordinated School Health include: Physical Education, Health Education, Counseling & Psychological Services, Health Services, Family and Community Involvement, Health Promotion for Staff, Healthy School Environment, and Nutrition Services. Please visit http://www.cdc.gov/HealthyYouth/CSHP/ for more information on Coordinated School Health.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) encourages using a coordinated approach to creating and supporting a healthy school environment that will promote the health and success of the child. The key to Coordinated School Health (CSH) is a well functioning School Health Advisory Council that links the components of CSH as well as a Local Wellness Policy created through a district-wide effort amongst various stakeholders. The eight components of Coordinated School Health include: Physical Education, Health Education, Counseling & Psychological Services, Health Services, Family and Community Involvement, Health Promotion for Staff, Healthy School Environment, and Nutrition Services. Please visit http://www.cdc.gov/HealthyYouth/CSHP/ for more information on Coordinated School Health.
To Ban or Not to Ban
| to_ban_or_not_to_ban.doc |
Letters, Medical Alerts, and other Educational Information...
Letter - Medical Alert to Parents
| alert_parent.pdf |
Letter - Medical Alert to Substitute Teacher
| alert_tchr.pdf |
Anaphylaxis Handout
| anaphylaxis_handout_2010_pn.ppt |
How to use an Epi-Pen
| epipen_directions.pdf |
Anaphylaxis
| treatment_of_anaphylaxis.pdf |
Food Allergy Action Plan (FAAP)
| faap2012.pdf |
Food Allergy Facts & Statistics
| foodallergyfactsandstatistics.pdf |
OTHER RESOURCE DOWNLOADS:
School guidelines for managing students with food allergies - NSBA, FAAN, NASSP, NASN, NAESP
School, Childcare, & Camps - FAAN
How a child might describe a reaction -FANN
School Professionals - FAAN
Food Allergens, how to read labels - KFA
Celebrating Holidays with Food Allergic Children, a great resource for teachers & caregivers - KFA
Helping Schools Become Food Allergy Smart, recommended school training - Safe @ Schools
Potential Food Allergens in Preschool & Schools - KFA
Sample Letters
How to prepare for the School Meeting(ie. IHP, IEP, 504 Plan)
From Teacher to the Classroom Parents
From School Nurse to the Classroom Parents
HIPAA law Permission to inform school of your child's allergies
SAMPLE 504 PLANS:
Resources and educational programs provided through:
Phoenix Allergy Network
KFA - Kids with Food Allergies
FAAN - Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network
School guidelines for managing students with food allergies - NSBA, FAAN, NASSP, NASN, NAESP
School, Childcare, & Camps - FAAN
How a child might describe a reaction -FANN
School Professionals - FAAN
Food Allergens, how to read labels - KFA
Celebrating Holidays with Food Allergic Children, a great resource for teachers & caregivers - KFA
Helping Schools Become Food Allergy Smart, recommended school training - Safe @ Schools
Potential Food Allergens in Preschool & Schools - KFA
Sample Letters
How to prepare for the School Meeting(ie. IHP, IEP, 504 Plan)
From Teacher to the Classroom Parents
From School Nurse to the Classroom Parents
HIPAA law Permission to inform school of your child's allergies
SAMPLE 504 PLANS:
- Section 504 information from Food Allergy Initiative
- A booklet produced by the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network regarding schools and the law can be ordered here.
- Education and Advocacy Solutions 504 Plan Outline
Resources and educational programs provided through:
Phoenix Allergy Network
KFA - Kids with Food Allergies
FAAN - Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network
Other Ways to Get Involved
Phoenix Allergy Network , LLC is not a medical organization. All materials and information provided by the group do not constitute medical advice and should not be relied upon as such. Always discuss your medical concerns with a qualified physician.