Anaphylaxis and Allergies

Did you know that 1 in 20 school age children have a food allergy and some of them will experience a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction called anaphylaxis? Australia has one of the highest allergy rates in the world.

While insect allergy is less common than food allergy in the school setting, the school community needs to understand how they can help support someone at risk of insect anaphylaxis.

Currently there is no cure for food allergy so avoiding the food trigger is the only way to prevent an allergic reaction. It is important to note that for some individuals, very small amounts of a food or drink can trigger an allergic reaction including anaphylaxis.

Thank you for supporting students with food and insect allergy through education.

Visit the Royal Children's Hospital website for more information on allergic and anaphylactic reactions, 

What can you do to support healthy eating in our school?

A whole-school approach to healthy eating brings together principals, school councils, staff, school food services, students, families and the wider community to promote healthy eating across the school. Everyone has a role to play!

For some practical strategies of how you can support healthy eating in our school visit the Healthy Eating Advisory Service website.