Allergy Today

10/10/2016

30/08/2016

For those who missed Allergy New Zealand CEO Mark Dixon on Newshub last week.

Experts are warning an early onset of spring is causing pollen to spread like crazy.

18/08/2016

Have a look at our August newsletter here

30/07/2016

Food recall: Musical Knives Food brand Smoked Chicken Pasta

29 July 2016: MKA Enterprises Ltd is recalling all Musical Knives Food brand Smoked Chicken Pasta sold before 30 July 2016 due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (soy).

27/07/2016

FOOD RECALL: Importers of Morning Rice Drink made by Woongjin Foods Co. Ltd are recalling all batches, dates and packaging variations of this rice beverage product due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk).

27 July 2016: Importers of Morning Rice Drink made by Woongjin Foods Co. Ltd are recalling all batches, dates and packaging variations of this rice beverage product due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk).

25/07/2016

A new hospitality training video has been launched today that aims to protect both food allergy sufferers and food establishments from the potentially devastating consequences of an allergic reaction.
The video was launched by the Allergen Collaboration, a coalition of some 25 New Zealand and Australian organisations, established in 2011.

The Collaboration identified the need for training in the hospitality sector to protect food allergy sufferers and food establishments from the avoidable medical, legal and financial consequences of an allergic reaction. Allergy New Zealand was appointed to produce the video on their behalf.

Please feel free to share with anyone you know who works in the hospitality industry.

This video was produced in collaboration with the Australia New Zealand Food Allergen Collaboration as a training aid for all ‘front of house’ staff employed...

07/07/2016

Eta brand Chocolate Raisins - IMPORTANT food recall update

Customers are asked to check the date marking printed on the top of the back side of the pouch. People with a peanut allergy should not consume this product. If you have consumed this product and have any concerns about your health, please seek medical advice. If you are not allergic or intolerant t...

29/06/2016

The Winter issue of Allergy Today is out now and should have reached all subscribers by now. Non-subscribers can pick their copy up by following the below link.

Issue #157 offers tips for airline travel, nutritional advice for infants, and how to allergy-proof your home for winter.

There's a feature on FPIES - Food-protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome - and a family's personal story in getting a diagnosis for their son.

We introduce leading NZ scientist Dr Liz Forbes-Blom, along with research updates, recipes and so much more.

Allergy Today issue 157 (Winter 2016)

07/06/2016

NZ food recall - Eta Brand chocolate raisins may contain chocolate covered peanuts. More info - http://mpigovtnz.cwp.govt.nz/food-safety/food-safety-for-consumers/food-recalls/eta-brand-chocolate-raisins/

Customers are asked to check the date marking printed on the top of the back side of the pouch. People with a peanut allergy should not consume this product. If you have consumed this product and have any concerns about your health, please seek medical advice. If you are not allergic or intolerant t...

12/05/2016

Anaphylaxis Awareness Week, the Ultimate Adrenaline Rush, and more in our May newsletter...

10/05/2016

It’s Anaphylaxis Awareness Week at Allergy New Zealand, meaning our focus is on all matters concerning the increasing prevalence of serious allergies in New Zealand. Most people with allergies will know that the only immediate treatment when suffering

01/05/2016

Food allergies in New Zealand are on the rise Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can be life-threatening