Caroline Caperton, MD, MSPH

10/21/2025

About 60,000 children have avoided developing peanut allergies after 2015 guidance upended medical practice by recommending introducing the allergen to infants starting as early as 4 months, a new study finds.

10/02/2025

Recent news has created unnecessary confusion for parents about vaccine schedules, but pediatricians are here to help provide some clarity:

1. Giving vaccines on the recommended schedule enables children’s immune systems to protect them from preventable diseases.

2. Children’s immune systems are remarkable and are able to develop protection from multiple vaccines at one time.

Hear more from Dr. Ari Brown on the dangers of skipping or delaying childhood vaccines in Washington Post’s piece:
https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/09/27/vaccines-children-delay-rfk-trump/

10/02/2025

When people are evaluated, it turns out that 90 to 95% will tolerate a penicillin-based antibiotic after an evaluation by an allergist.

10/02/2025

FARE is thrilled to announce CVS Pharmacy as our retail partner for the Teal Pumpkin Project for the fourth consecutive year. This partnership means millions of families will see teal pumpkins and learn what they stand for: a safer Halloween where kids with food allergies can join in on the celebration.
With non-food goodies available at CVS Pharmacy locations nationwide and on CVS.com and in-store messaging that puts food allergies front and center, this partnership ensures we are continuing to raise awareness about this important initiative.
Let’s make this the biggest Teal Pumpkin Halloween yet! 💙

10/02/2025

10/02/2025

DYK you can substitute unsweetened applesauce for egg, butter, or oil in recipes?

Here are some ways you can use it to make your recipes allergy-friendly:

¼ cup of applesauce = 1 egg

1 tablespoon applesauce = 1 tablespoon butter or oil

Bring applesauce to room temperature. Reduce baking times by a few minutes and reduce liquid in recipe by 2 to 3 tablespoons.

We don’t recommend this for recipes that call for more than 3 eggs.

09/25/2025

Drug allergy expert David Khan, MD, FAAAAI, discusses the importance of evaluating patients with reported penicillin allergy and how allergists can partner with other healthcare providers to make sure all the patients with this label are evaluated. https://ow.ly/1XO050X17FK

09/22/2025

Approximately 10% of patients report an allergy to penicillin. However, the majority of patients (greater than 90%) may not truly be allergic. Most people lose their penicillin allergy over time, even patients with a history of severe reaction such as anaphylaxis. Learn more at https://ow.ly/wtVj50WZxCN

09/16/2025

The skin plays a vital role in serving as a physical and immunologic barrier against external insults while orchestrating complex immune responses. Au…

08/26/2025

A new study in the AAAAI’s The Journal of Allergy & Clinical Immunology is showing that COVID-19 can cause a higher risk for asthma, allergic rhinitis and chronic rhinosinusitis, but the risk lessened after vaccination.
https://www.healio.com/news/allergy-asthma/20250822/covid19-vaccination-reduces-risks-for-asthma-allergic-rhinitis-chronic-rhinosinusitis

08/23/2025

Willis Knighton Health is the newest member of the Mayo Clinic care network.

Through this relationship, WK providers & patients will have the ability to access clinical resources & expertise at the Mayo Clinic, one of the most highly-respected healthcare resources in the world.

Exciting news! A New Clinical Collaboration to Benefit Our Patients – and You! Willis Knighton Health is now working with Mayo Clinic as a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. This network is a select group of independent health systems that are granted special access to Mayo Clinic’s knowledge and expertise. wkhs.com/mayo

08/13/2025

FARE is excited to share that Target has launched an Allergen Friendly Foods page just in time for back to school! This curated selection features products with on-pack statements that they or their facility are free from at least one of the FDA-recognized Top 9 allergens. It’s a welcome step toward making grocery shopping easier for families managing food allergies. Remember to always check every label for the most accurate allergen and ingredient information before purchasing. https://www.target.com/c/allergen-friendly-foods/-/N-xsft1