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For those who missed Allergy New Zealand CEO Mark Dixon on Newshub last week.

Early spring brings hayfever mayhem Experts are warning an early onset of spring is causing pollen to spread like crazy.

Have a look at our August newsletter here

August news from Allergy NZ

Food recall: Musical Knives Food brand Smoked Chicken Pasta

Food recall: Musical Knives Food brand Smoked Chicken Pasta 29 July 2016: MKA Enterprises Ltd is recalling all Musical Knives Food brand Smoked Chicken Pasta sold before 30 July 2016 due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (soy).

FOOD RECALL: Importers of Morning Rice Drink made by Woongjin Foods Co. Ltd are recalling all batches, dates and packaging variations of this rice beverage product due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk).

Food recall: Woongjin Morning Rice Drink 27 July 2016: Importers of Morning Rice Drink made by Woongjin Foods Co. Ltd are recalling all batches, dates and packaging variations of this rice beverage product due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk).

A new hospitality training video has been launched today that aims to protect both food allergy sufferers and food establishments from the potentially devastating consequences of an allergic reaction.
The video was launched by the Allergen Collaboration, a coalition of some 25 New Zealand and Australian organisations, established in 2011.

The Collaboration identified the need for training in the hospitality sector to protect food allergy sufferers and food establishments from the avoidable medical, legal and financial consequences of an allergic reaction. Allergy New Zealand was appointed to produce the video on their behalf.

Please feel free to share with anyone you know who works in the hospitality industry.

Allergy Hospitality Training Video This video was produced in collaboration with the Australia New Zealand Food Allergen Collaboration as a training aid for all ‘front of house’ staff employed...

Eta brand Chocolate Raisins - IMPORTANT food recall update

Eta Chocolate Raisins: IMPORTANT food recall update Customers are asked to check the date marking printed on the top of the back side of the pouch. People with a peanut allergy should not consume this product. If you have consumed this product and have any concerns about your health, please seek medical advice. If you are not allergic or intolerant t...

The Winter issue of Allergy Today is out now and should have reached all subscribers by now. Non-subscribers can pick their copy up by following the below link.

Issue #157 offers tips for airline travel, nutritional advice for infants, and how to allergy-proof your home for winter.

There's a feature on FPIES - Food-protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome - and a family's personal story in getting a diagnosis for their son.

We introduce leading NZ scientist Dr Liz Forbes-Blom, along with research updates, recipes and so much more.

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NZ food recall - Eta Brand chocolate raisins may contain chocolate covered peanuts. More info - http://mpigovtnz.cwp.govt.nz/food-safety/food-safety-for-consumers/food-recalls/eta-brand-chocolate-raisins/

Food recall: Eta brand Chocolate Raisins Customers are asked to check the date marking printed on the top of the back side of the pouch. People with a peanut allergy should not consume this product. If you have consumed this product and have any concerns about your health, please seek medical advice. If you are not allergic or intolerant t...

Anaphylaxis Awareness Week, the Ultimate Adrenaline Rush, and more in our May newsletter...

It's Anaphylaxis Awareness Week at Allergy NZ

Allergy New Zealand's ADRENALINE RUSH Competition It’s Anaphylaxis Awareness Week at Allergy New Zealand, meaning our focus is on all matters concerning the increasing prevalence of serious allergies in New Zealand. Most people with allergies will know that the only immediate treatment when suffering

Food-induced allergies on the rise in NZ Food allergies in New Zealand are on the rise Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can be life-threatening

Doctors add to calls for EpiPen funding A Far North doctor is warning dollars saved will only mean lives are lost if the Government doesnt start funding an expensive and life-saving device called an EpiPen

Goodbye Gluten author Sally Holland will be making a special appearance at Millys Kitchen in Auckland on Saturday, April 23rd, demonstrating 5 delicious gluten-free recipes - one from each chapter of her newly-released cookbook, that is taking New Zealand by storm. Don't miss out, come and learn the tips and tricks to making gluten free cooking fuss free and delectable. Book your tickets today at: www.millyskitchen.co.nz/goodbye-gluten.html

Allergy New Zealand CEO Mark Dixon was on Tvnz Breakfast this morning talking about new research that indicates introducing allergens to babies earlier could help prevent allergies in later life. Full interview - TVNZ OnDemand

Could feeding your child dairy and nuts early actually prevent food allergies? Allergy New Zealand CEO Mark Dixon says introducing broader foods earlier could prevent food allergies.

We are putting the new issue to bed soon and it's looking great. Keep your eyes on this page - we'll let you know when it's live and on its way to subscribers!

Latest food recall from MPI: NZ Nutritional Goat Company Ltd are recalling some batches of Alpine brand Coconut yoghurt 500g (Natural and Passionfruit flavours) and No Udder brand Coconut yoghurt (400g) as these contain milk (dairy) which is not declared on the product label.

**Consumers with a milk allergy or intolerance should not consume these products.**

Recalled food products: Alpine brand and No Udder brand Coconut Yoghurt # # #

The new Summer issue #155 is now available on our web site!

In this issue: making ACC claims, managing eczema in Summer, back to school tips, low allergy-gardening, wasp stings on the rise, asthma vaccine update and more...

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Recalled food product: Bertagni Sweet Butternut Squash Ravioli

Recalled food product: Bertagni Sweet Butternut Squash Ravioli The product is sold fresh from chillers but may be frozen by consumers.  The various batches may have best before dates on them up to and including 25 December 2015.

As we 'speak', the team are putting the Summer issue to bed...we will keep you posted once we're live! What's going to be on the cover, do you think?

The key to allergy-free kids is giving them plenty of dirt - and cows - Life & Style - NZ Herald... People who grow up on farms - especially dairy farms - have way fewer allergy and asthma problems than the rest of us. Now one research team thinks they've brought science closer to - New Zealand Herald