Severe Allergies/Anaphylaxis
FOOD Allergy vs FOOD Intolerance:
A child can have a severe allergy to any food as well as an intolerance to any food. It is important to discuss the difference between "allergy" and "intolerance." A food intolerance is not life threatening and will not require emergency medication if the student consumes that food. The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology addressed the difference between the two in the following publication (click above link to view publication):
Allergy & Asthma Network Mission Allergy & Asthma Network is the leading nonprofit organization whose mission is to end the needless death and suffering due to asthma, allergies and related conditions through outreach, education, advocacy and research.
Resources:
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To access additional information about allergic reactions and anaphylaxis click on the links below:
www.foodallergy.org The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) is a nonprofit network that raises awareness of anaphylaxis by providing a variety of programs, services and educational materials for its members.
www.aaaai.org The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) is a membership organization of more than 6,700 allergist/immunologists and related professionals around the world with advanced training and experience dedicated to allergy, asthma, immune deficiencies and other immunologic diseases.
www.kidswithfoodallergies.org Kids with Food Allergies is an organization dedicated to providing education about health, nutrition and the well-being of children with food allergies, as well as a caring support community for their families and caregivers.
www.peanutallergy.com PeanutAllergy.com is an online resource with news, information and support for patients and parents of children with peanut allergies.
FOOD Severe Allergies
Severe NON-FOOD Severe Allergies (insects, etc.)
If your child has been diagnosed with a food allergy, please refer to the following forms:
FORMS:
PARENTS REQUEST FOR ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION BY SCHOOL PERSONNEL (click link to download form)
required for all medications
each form can hold up to two medications
must be signed by parent/guardian
child's physician can also sign form which would serve as physician's orders
If your child has been diagnosed with a severe allergy to an insect or other non-food item, please refer to the following forms:
FORMS:
PARENTS REQUEST FOR ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION BY SCHOOL PERSONNEL (click link to download form)
required for all medications
each form can hold up to two medications
must be signed by parent/guardian
child's physician can also sign form which would serve as physician's orders
FOOD ALLERGY ACTION PLAN (click link to download form)
completed and signed by both parent and child's physician
this form should be on file for every student with a severe allergy
form is updated and signed by the physician every school year
SEVERE ALLERGY ACTION PLAN (click link to download form)
completed and signed by both parent and child's physician
this form should be on file for every student with a severe allergy
form is updated and signed by the physician every school year
FISD FOOD ALLERGY CAFETERIA FORM (click link to download form)
completed and signed by both parent and child's physician
original provided to school's cafeteria manager; copy provided to nurse
the student will not be permitted to purchase any cafeteria food noted on Form
a physician's letter noting the child is no longer allergic to food noted on Form IS REQUIRED for your child to be permitted to purchase
SELF-ADMINISTRATION OF PRESCRIPTION ASTHMA OR ANAPHYLAXIS MEDICATION BY STUDENTS (click link to download form)
for older, responsible students
completed and signed by both parent and physician
FISD FOOD ALLERGY INFORMATION CONSENT FORM (click to download form)
completed and signed by parent/guardian
SELF-ADMINISTRATION OF PRESCRIPTION ASTHMA OR ANAPHYLAXIS MEDICATION BY STUDENTS (click link to download form)
for older, responsible students
completed and signed by both parent and physician
