Food Allergy Nursing Association - FANA

Food Allergy Nursing Association - FANA Empowering nurses to be informed on food allergy.

Who’s who at FANA 👩‍⚕️✨Meet the nurse leaders, scientists, educators, and innovators behind the Food Allergy Nursing Ass...
03/24/2026

Who’s who at FANA 👩‍⚕️✨

Meet the nurse leaders, scientists, educators, and innovators behind the Food Allergy Nursing Association—working together to advance allergy-informed care, research, and technology-enabled solutions.

03/23/2026

Nurses play an important role in helping patients navigate food allergies, which is why staying current on allergen labeling updates matters.

In January 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration released updated guidance to industry on food allergens. In a recent episode from Food Allergy Nursing Association (FANA), Marion Groetch discusses what these changes mean for clinicians and patients alike.

Join FANA to listen to the full episode and learn more about the implications for practice. You can also review the updated guidance: Questions and Answers Regarding Food Allergens, Including the Food Allergen Labeling Requirements of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Edition 5).

Read more here:
https://www.fda.gov/food/food-allergensgluten-free-guidance-documents-regulatory-information/frequently-asked-questions-food-allergen-labeling-guidance-industry

FANA is proud of our partner organization SONSIEL and of Dr. Olga Kagan, who delivered opening remarks at the NGO CSW70 ...
03/20/2026

FANA is proud of our partner organization SONSIEL and of Dr. Olga Kagan, who delivered opening remarks at the NGO CSW70 Forum at the Church Center of the United Nations, where nurses from different parts of the world joined global health leaders to examine equity, professional advancement, and the development of global standards in the health professions. In her remarks, Dr. Kagan reflected on the significance of March 8, her early experiences as a nurse in the former USSR, and the continued need to strengthen recognition of nursing expertise worldwide.

https://journals.lww.com/ajnonline/fulltext/2026/02000/food_allergy_nursing.2.aspxCongratulations to Ali Doppelt on her ...
03/18/2026

https://journals.lww.com/ajnonline/fulltext/2026/02000/food_allergy_nursing.2.aspx

Congratulations to Ali Doppelt on her publication in the American Journal of Nursing! 👏

Allergy nursing is about empowering patients, families, and communities to live safely and confidently.

Ali’s article highlights the critical role allergy nurses play in:

✔️ Educating patients and caregivers
✔️ Preventing allergic reactions
✔️ Preparing individuals and families for life-threatening emergencies like Anaphylaxis
✔️ Advocating for safer environments in schools and communities

As food allergies continue to rise, the need for nurse-led education, advocacy, and intervention has never been greater.

Through initiatives such as member publishing opportunities, professional education, and amplifying nurse voices, the Food Allergy Nursing Association (FANA) supports nurses in advancing patient safety and awareness.

✨ These nurses are shaping the future of patient safety — one life at a time.

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03/17/2026

Beyond the Label: Understanding Food Allergen Disclosure

Food allergy management begins with one critical step: identifying the allergen. But identifying allergens starts with understanding how they are labeled on food products.

Under the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA), passed in 2004 and enacted in 2006, food manufacturers must clearly disclose major allergens on product labels.

Originally, the law identified 8 major allergens, and in January 2023, sesame was added as the 9th major allergen.

If an allergen is intentionally used in a product, it must be clearly disclosed using its common name. This can appear in three ways:

• In the ingredient list using the allergen’s common name
• Parenthetically after an ingredient (for example: all-purpose flour (wheat))
• In a “Contains” statement listing the major allergens

A Contains statement is not required if allergens are already clearly identified in the ingredient list. However, if it is used, all major allergens present must be listed.

Understanding food labeling laws is essential for helping patients safely manage food allergies and make informed choices.

🎤 Featuring Marion Groetch, RD

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day from FANA! ☘️
03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from FANA! ☘️

03/16/2026

✨ What an incredible week at the HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition 2026 in Las Vegas!

Message from our executive board members Olga Kagan and MaryAnn Connor as they reflect on HIMSS event in Las Vegas:

“I left inspired by the nurses stepping forward to shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and leadership. So many meaningful conversations with nurses exploring Health IT and AI in healthcare reminded me that mentorship often happens in the most unexpected moments.

It was also an honor to be interviewed on HIMSS TV alongside my colleague and fellow Food Allergy Nursing Association (FANA) board member MaryAnn Connor, discussing transformation in nursing education and the transition to practice.

Another highlight was celebrating two incredible book signing events with my co-editor Mary Joy Garcia-Dia and amazing contributing authors. Every book sold out — an unforgettable moment! 📚✨

Congratulations to inspiring women leaders including Hiyam Nadel, Julie Luengas, and Susan Hull for their well-deserved awards in Health IT leadership.

From powerful panels and innovation discussions to the SONSIEL Tech-a-thon with Johnson & Johnson and Microsoft, this week was a reminder of what happens when nursing leadership and innovation come together to solve real problems.

And beyond the stages and sessions, the most meaningful moments were the conversations, friendships, and connections built along the way.

Because in the end, technology doesn’t drive change — people do.”

💬 If you attended HIMSS 2026, what moment stayed with you the most?

03/13/2026

This book bridges the gap between clinical and IT professionals in sharing their experiences through case studies with an emphasis on the practical application of sustainable templates that readers can customize and apply in their own healthcare or organizational settings. This book integrated and puts into practice competency-based learning through storytelling and narratives of subject matter experts in academia/education, leadership/practice, industry/entrepreneurial, and technology/computer programming arenas. The added values within this book are practical tools that exemplify use cases, best practices, and lessons learned.

Scan the QR code at the end of the video.
Limited time offer Use code: HIMSS26BS when ordering on-line to get a discount and free shipping:

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Join us for Beyond the Label: Dietary Management of Food Allergy, a virtual session focused on practical, up-to-date str...
03/11/2026

Join us for Beyond the Label: Dietary Management of Food Allergy, a virtual session focused on practical, up-to-date strategies for managing food allergies through informed dietary decisions. In this session, we will discuss how to interpret and apply the updated 2025 FDA food allergen labeling requirements in real-world settings, helping clinicians better educate patients and assess cross-contact risk at home and in clinical environments. We will also explore how to evaluate nutritional needs and choose appropriate
milk and dairy substitutes, with attention to allergen content, ingredient differences, and potential nutritional risks.

Location: Zoom

To register please click the link below 👇

https://www.foodallergynursing.org/event-details-registration/beyond-the-label-dietary-management-of-food-allergy

03/11/2026

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03/10/2026

I am incredibly honored to have had the opportunity to sign a few books alongside Mary Joy Garcia-Dia, DNP, RN, FAAN, FHIMSS this Monday!

If you’re joining us at Edward Marx “The Spot” speakeasy tonight 3/10 for a private book signing , we have a very small number of books available.

Pick up your copy at the bookstore at a discounted price. While there, check out other books from incredible authors Tom Lawry , Kathleen McGrow, DNP, MS, RN, PMP, FHIMSS, FAAN , Whende M. Carroll, MSN, RN, NI-BC, FHIMSS , Edward Marx and more!

Our public book signing will be on this Wednesday at 11 am.

Grateful to Kristine Mednansky for helping us on this book journey!

Today, FANA proudly celebrates International Women’s Day. 💗💐We honor the strength, resilience, and achievements of women...
03/08/2026

Today, FANA proudly celebrates International Women’s Day. 💗💐

We honor the strength, resilience, and achievements of women in our community and around the world. Women continue to inspire change, lead with courage, and build stronger families and communities every day.

At FANA, we are proud to support and uplift women who make a difference through leadership, compassion, and dedication.

Happy International Women’s Day to all the incredible women who inspire us today and every day. ✨

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