National Allergy Council

23/12/2025

We are saddened by the loss of Dr Katie Allen, who has been a long-time champion for people living with allergic disease. Over many years, Katie has been involved in the development and implementation of the National Allergy Strategy and in her political role, supported the Parliamentary Inquiry into Allergies and Anaphylaxis which led to the establishment of the National Allergy Council (a partnership between Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia & Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy) and the National Allergy Centre of Excellence.

We send our heartfelt condolences to her family and all who were fortunate to have known her.

23/12/2025

The National Allergy Council team wishes you all a safe and happy holiday season!🎄☀️

19/12/2025

Do you work in children’s education and care? Do you know how to manage drinks for children with food allergy? 🤔

Children should be supervised when drinking, so that they only drink from their own cup or water bottle to prevent contamination from germs and food allergens.

✅ Water bottles should be clearly labelled with the child’s name.
✅ If children’s water bottles are stored on a trolley, bottles belonging to children with food allergies should be kept in a separate location.
✅ When serving water in cups, give children with food allergies different coloured cups labelled with their name.
✅ When pouring milk drinks, serve the children with milk allergy first to make sure the right milk is given to the right child. Use a different coloured cup to the rest of the children, clearly labelled with the child’s name.

To learn more, watch our NEW animation ➡️ https://loom.ly/83grbEo

The National Allergy Council receives funding from the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing to provide these evidence-based, best practice resources.

16/12/2025

Our latest newsletter is out now! Check your inbox to read all the exciting program updates.

You can also read the featured article on our Latest News page ➡️ https://loom.ly/_o6E_7I

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08/12/2025

🎉 We are pleased to announce that the Parliamentary Friends of Allergy Group has been established and is co-chaired by the Hon Angie Bell MP and the Hon Dr Mike Freelander MP!

The National Allergy Council and it’s partner organisations, the Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA) and Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia, alongside the National Allergy Centre of Excellence, would like to thank the co-chairs and members of the Parliamentary Friends of Allergy Group for recognising the importance of supporting the 8.2 million Australians living with allergic disease.

Learn more: https://loom.ly/D1crLAQ

02/12/2025

🎉 Exciting Announcement! We have redesigned our All about Allergens Training for Food Service website. It now has a more modern look and user-friendly layout.

We have also updated these All about Allergens courses to be more interactive and deliver an enhanced user experience:

✅ General Food Service
✅ Cooks and Chefs
✅ Children’s Education and Care

Explore the new website and courses ➡️ https://loom.ly/dsUUENE

24/11/2025

This Social Inclusion Week, we are highlighting the important role that everyone can play to help make people with food allergies feel more included 🫶

Planning a Christmas event or birthday party? Plan for friends and family with food allergies or dietary requirements.
✅ Ask guests if they have any food allergies in advance
✅ If a guest has food allergies, ask whether they are happy for you to prepare their food or whether they would prefer to bring their own food

Learn more about reading food labels for food allergens and preparing food for someone with food allergies: https://loom.ly/nqmRFMY

21/11/2025

Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia’s webinar recording on Our Current Understanding of the Psychological Impact of Food Allergy is now available on their website. Watch it now: https://loom.ly/09C7OYw

If you missed our webinar on Our Current Understanding of the Psychological Impact of Food Allergy, presented by leading expert Professor Rebecca Knibb, the recording is now available on our website 🎬

As a Professor of Health Psychology, Rebecca has more than 30 years' research experience in the field of asthma and allergy. In our webinar, she explores our current understanding of the psychological impact of food allergy and shares findings from the Global Access to Psychological Support for Food Allergy project.

Watch it now: https://loom.ly/09C7OYw

19/11/2025

Save the date for the Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy 2026 Conference! Tuesday 1 to Friday 4 September 2026.

Save the date for the ASCIA 2026 Conference!

When: Tuesday 1st to Friday 4th September 2026
Where: Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre, New Zealand

Go to https://ascia2026.com/ to book accommodation NOW.

18/11/2025

We have updated our How to videos for eczema management in children with the latest best practice evidence-based information.

✅ How to apply moisturiser
✅ How to do a bleach bath
✅ How to use wet dressings
✅ How to apply topical steroids

To learn more watch the updated videos ➡️ https://loom.ly/UfVqOJ0

The National Allergy Council receives funding from the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing to provide these evidence-based, best practice resources.

17/11/2025

Are you, or your teenager, battling hay fever this spring?

Join a short trial to help manage symptoms once and for all and earn up to $150 in vouchers for contributing to research. It’s easy to take part:

✅ Three short video calls
✅ Three easy questionnaires
✅ Follow the education resources provided
✅ Use your daily nasal spray for six weeks

Find out about the National Allergy Centre of Excellence trial. Register today 👉 https://redcap.mcri.edu.au/surveys/?s=M9RE8TED87TNAME4

12/11/2025

Transitioning your teen from paediatric allergy services to adult allergy services starts around the age of 14. The National Allergy Council has developed a Transition of Care Standard, along with an Implementation Guide and Model of Care to provide clear guidance on:

✅ What quality allergy care should look like during transition
✅ Clear timelines and steps for your teen’s care
✅ Your role in supporting your teen as they transition from paediatric to adult allergy care

These tools will help families stay informed, supported, and confident.

Access the resources now ➡️ https://loom.ly/MCdXxQ8