Schools & Educators

Everyone from the school nurse to the cafeteria staff plays a role in creating a safe environment for students with food allergy. Share these resources with your school team to help them understand the importance of food allergy management.

50% Increase in Food Allergy in Children

Food allergy among children increased by 50 percent between 1997 and 2011, according to a 2013 study released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

1 in 13 Children Has Food Allergy

Today, 1 in 13 children has food allergiy, and nearly 40 percent of these children have already experienced a severe allergic reaction. Many of these reactions happen at school.

25% Experienced Severe Reactions

According to data included in CDC’s guidelines, approximately 25 percent of severe reactions experienced at school are among children having no previous diagnosis of food allergy.

Schools & Educators Allergy Resources

Food Allergy Research & Education

FARE is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization with the mission to improve the quality of life and health of those with food allergy through transformative research, education, and advocacy.

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